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Chief of Party–Morocco Bridge to Middle School Project

FHI 360 is a global development organization, with a rigorous, evidence-based approach to human development. Our team of professionals includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from over 60 offices with more than 4000 employees in the United States and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at all levels and our multi-disciplinary approach allows us to have a lasting impact on the people, communities and countries we serve by improving the lives of millions. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Chief of Party for the upcoming USAID-funded Bridge to Middle School opportunity. This position will be based in Morocco—in Rabat or field offices in the project’s target departments—and is contingent upon award.

Project Description

The anticipated project is a systems-strengthening and capacity-building intervention that seeks to improve students’ ability to master key skills in the upper primary and middle school (“junior secondary”) grades and to facilitate the transition between the two levels of schooling. Activities will address:  a) the ability of teachers to teach critical thinking, and students to master, literacy skills, math skills, and science skills in the upper primary grades; b) the ability of the Moroccan education system to provide high-quality literacy instruction in English and Arabic in the middle school years; and c) the ability of the Moroccan education system to provide high-quality STEM (science, technology, and math) instruction in the middle school years. Additionally, the project will build subrecipients’ capacities to directly respond to the development problems prioritized by the USAID Mission in Morocco.

Position Description

FHI 360 seeks a qualified candidate to serve as Chief of Party for the expected Basic Education project in Morocco. The Chief of Party will be responsible for overall implementation and oversight of the project and ensuring that the project delivers expected impact within agreed timelines. S/he will have demonstrated ability to work in complex environments, across different cultures, and manage diverse teams to deliver impact within agreed timelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership, technical direction and management oversight for the project and project team, ensuring an integrated vision across components, personnel and implementing partners.
• Ensure successful implementation of project activities; ensure activities meet stated goals and requirements.
• Identify and implement opportunities to build capacity among local partner organizations, through peer networks, mentoring and coaching and other strategies that leverage existing capacities and strengthen technical and management capacities.
• Develop and monitor work plans and budgets; ensure appropriate levels of technical assistance in project operations; coordinate activities and implementing partner efforts to achieve results; ensure appropriate project monitoring and reporting.
• Serve as the project’s representative and primary liaison with USAID/Morocco, the Ministry of Education, and implementing partners.
• Address agreement-related issues, including ensuring that FHI 360’s financial controls and systems comply with generally accepted accounting practices that meet USAID standards, and that all project-procured materials and equipment are safeguarded and prudently and responsibly used.
• Build and manage an effective project team to facilitate effective collaboration and communication, ensure clear roles and responsibilities and maintain clear lines of communication with project team members.
• Identify implementation issues and risks in a timely manner and design appropriate adjustments.
• Promote sustainability of project activities with effective networking, coordination and linkages to other programs, partners and counterparts, capacity building of project staff, and institutional strengthening of implementing partners and community-based organizations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, public administration, international development, or related field from an accredited university required; Masters degree, Ph.D. or Ed.D. is preferred.
• Minimum 12 years of experience managing complex donor-funded education activities in challenging environments.
• Relevant management, supervisory, technical experience working with programs that are of a similar scope and scale to this program.
• Demonstrated ability to work in complex environments, across different cultures, and manage diverse teams to deliver impact within agreed timelines across a broad geographic area.
• Demonstrated capacities in leadership, partnership building, management, teambuilding and effective communication.
• Proven ability to coordinate with government stakeholders, as well as non-governmental organizations; strong networks and relationships with Moroccan NGOs, universities and education stakeholders preferred.
• Strong knowledge of, and commitment to, gender and social equity issues in education.
• Demonstrated knowledge of United States Government rules, regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to project and program compliance and reporting.
• Experience in the education sector in Morocco or the region strongly preferred.
• Fluency in English and in Arabic or French required.

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

We offer competitive compensation and a package of exceptional benefits. Please visit the FHI 360 Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers for a list of all open positions.

FHI 360 is an employer with equal opportunity and affirmative action. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or veteran status in policies, programs, or activities.

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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