Job Description:
ICF International seeks a Deputy
Chief of Party (DCoP) – Operations for
MEASURE Evaluation and other projects in Kenya.
The DCoP will work closely with the Chief of Party and be
responsible for program management, administration and operations,.
This individual will be expected to identify issues and risks
related to program implementation in a timely manner, and suggest appropriate
program adjustments.
The DCoP will be a key member of ICF’s team in Nairobi.
Hiring for this position is contingent upon funding from USAID. We will be able to offer relocation assistance to Kenya if required.
Qualifications
Key Responsibilities:
The DCoP will be a key member of ICF’s team in Nairobi.
Hiring for this position is contingent upon funding from USAID. We will be able to offer relocation assistance to Kenya if required.
Qualifications
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensuring
efficient program operations in Kenya
- Ensuring
effective program management: workplanning, goal setting, monitoring and
evaluation
- Performing
contract management requirements, including reporting and administrative
responsibilities
- Supervising
project administrative staff
- Coordinating
and managing multiple subcontractors in an international setting
Basic Qualifications:
- 10+
years relevant experience, including seven years in administering
development assistance activities
- Experience
managing international development assistance projects of similar scope
and scale
- Position
requires at least 10 years or more of progressively responsible work in
managing and implementing complex, activities and programs and in
particular those involved with monitoring and evaluation
- Advanced
degree in business or financial administration, monitoring and evaluation,
public policy, international development or related field at master’s
level or above.
- Applicants
must be able to demonstrate prior experience working in Kenya or East
Africa.
Preferred Skills/Experience:
- Experience
in monitoring and evaluation international development assistance programs
- Familiarity
with the political, social, and cultural context of working in Kenya
- Demonstrated
ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams of professionals
- Strong
understanding of USAID policies and procedures: financial management and
reporting, procurement processes (including AIDAR, CFR 226, CFR 228, ADS).
Professional Skills:
- Excellent
verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills in English
- Strong
analytical, problem-solving and decision making capabilities
- Ability
to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Sound
business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential
information
ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning
talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and
empowered workforce.
How to apply:
For more information or to express interest, please visit us online at www.icfi.com/careers and reference position number 1200000653.
Deadline: 31 May 2012
For more information or to express interest, please visit us online at www.icfi.com/careers and reference position number 1200000653.
Deadline: 31 May 2012