Sunday, December 11, 2011

Vacancy: Chief of Party (Development Scholarships & Higher Education Program)




Vacancy Announcement

Chief of Party (Development Scholarships and Higher Education Program)

General Information
Location: Timor-Leste
Division: Education Programs Division
Reports To: Division Director, Education Program Division
Date Posted: 11/21/2011
Application Deadline: 1/6/2012

Position Summary
IREX is currently seeking a Chief of Party for an anticipated Development Scholarships and Higher Education Program (DSHEP) in Timor-Leste.  This program is being solicited by USAID for a period of five (5) years. The Chief of Party will maintain overall responsibility for meeting program objectives while being based in Timor-Leste.  This position is contingent on funding.
Individuals should be able to demonstrate experience in implementing and managing higher education and/or scholarship programs, and have a proven track record of providing expertise through training, mentoring, analysis or on-site consulting.

Duties & Responsibilities
·         Provide vision and strategic direction for the program
·         Develop and implement a plan of activities to meet program objectives
·         Develop and maintain effective partnerships with universities and other organizations
·         Serve as primary liaison with donor
·         Manage and mentor project staff
·         Oversee project budgeting and ensure budget discipline
·         Oversee monitoring, evaluation and reporting on program activities

Qualifications
·         Graduate degree required in relevant field
·         Minimum 10 years experience in managing international programs related to academic degree
          programs, adult teaching methodologies, organizational performance and performance improvement
·         Demonstrated ability to design and deliver effective scholarship programs
·         Regional field experience strongly preferred
·         Experience managing donor-funded activities required
·         Demonstrated ability to lead and develop staff, manage budgets and plan strategically and creatively
          to meet specified objectives
·         Must have complete working knowledge of USG training policies and requirements and
          knowledge of U.S. Government contracting requirements.
·         Strong representational and organizational skills required
·         Ability to communicate professionally and provide written reporting in English required;
          knowledge of Bahasa and/or Tetum languages preferred

Application Instructions
Please click on the "Apply" button and supply a resume and a cover letter with your application on this link: IREX


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