Deadline: 16 February 2016
Chemonics International is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Chief of Party in Senegal.
The mission of Chemonics International is to promote meaningful change around the world they help people live healthier, more productive, and more independent lives.
Key Jobs Responsibilities
The Chief of Party will perform the following functions-
- Provide technical leadership and management oversight to ensure all activities and partners achieve the initiative’s targeted results.
- Serve as the project’s principal liaison with USAID and other relevant counterparts and implementing partners.
- Manage and supervise the work of project personnel and subcontractors.
- Ensure an integrated vision among components and actors.
- Identify issues and risks related to project implementation in a timely manner, suggesting appropriate program adjustments.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in education required; Ph.D. or Ed.D. Preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of education experience, particularly with early grade reading programs, teacher training and professional development, and/or curriculum and material design for early grade reading.
- Experience implementing and managing education projects in developing countries, specifically projects related to basic education, early grade reading, or strengthening education systems.
- Experience with reading instruction, teacher education, curriculum development, or material design preferred.
- Experience monitoring and evaluating education projects and implementing early grade reading assessments (or similar reading assessments) preferred.
- Ability to work in complex, politically charged, unstable environments, working across diverse cultures and managing diverse teams.
- Strong leadership ability and experience managing large teams in culturally diverse settings.
- Familiarity with Senegal and/or West Africa, specifically in the education sector.
- Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.
- Fluency in English and French required.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their applications via email, with “chief of party” as the subject line.
For more information, please visit Chemonics International.
