Deadline: Ongoing
Development Alternatives Incorporated (DAI) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Deputy Chief of Party in Afghanistan.
The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will be responsible for the technical leadership of the program to ensure quality, timeliness, and efficiency of all products and activities generated.
DAI’s mission is to make a lasting difference in the world by helping people improve their lives.
Key Job Responsibilities
The Deputy Chief of Party will perform the following functions-
- Supervise the design and development of qualitative and formative research including the establishment of performance indicators and measures to monitor and record outcome data.
- With the Chief of Party, supervise staff, field activities, and other work requirements.
- Support the Chief of Party to coordinate with stakeholders to ensure coordination of program and activities.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- A master’s degree in agriculture, international development, business administration or a business-related field (accounting, business administration, finance, international business administration, marketing, statistics, communications management, and public relations).
- A minimum of seven years of progressively more responsible supervisory work experience that involved direct leadership of professional and support staff, oversight and evaluation of staff performance and deliverables, and contract/grant management.
- A minimum of seven years of experience in developing and implementing agricultural projects and programs in Afghanistan and/or other Central Asian countries that have demonstrated impact, at scale.
- Demonstrated track record of achieving results in a development context.
- Demonstrated track record of working in teams and fostering partnerships.
- A minimum of five years of experience living or working in a developing country required; experience living and working in a conflict zone is preferred.
- A minimum of five years of experience working with a USG contract.
- Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with host country government personnel, stakeholders, NGO partners, and international donor agencies.
- Ability to work independently and manage a high volume of work flow.
- Fluency in English required.
How to Apply
Applications must submit their applications through online process.
For more information, please visit DAI.
