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The Chief of Party (COP) will provide overall leadership, management and general technical direction of the activity, ensuring an integrated approach to achieving project results. The COP shall be the principal point of contact in Niger for procedural and substantive matters, including technical matters. S/he shall coordinate and ultimately be responsible for managing and implementing the activity. S/he shall also be responsible for ensuring quality control and the overall responsiveness of technical assistance provided under the award. S/he will be expected to proactively identify issues and risks related to activity implementation in a timely manner, and suggest appropriate adjustments. Reporting & Supervision: The Chief of Party will report to a Project Director based in Washington, DC. Qualifications: ● Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as social sciences, law, development studies, etc required ● At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in the successful implementation of international development activities, with preference given to local governance and civic engagement– at least five (5) years of which as a COP, Deputy COP, or equivalent senior program management role directly supervising professional and support staff ● Experience working in the municipal governance sector in Africa is essential ● Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and French ● Demonstrated ability to think strategically and communicate his/her vision to partners and colleagues ● Proven experience navigating complex and high-pressure operating environments ● Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with different donors, civil society organizations, and host country government counterparts

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EAI offers a competitive salary, benefits and the opportunity to join a growing, innovative international team. To apply, please send your CV along with detailed information about your qualifications for the position and an overview of your reasons for interest in the position and joining EAI. Please send these documents to: [email protected]. In the subject line of the email, please include “COP, USAID Resilient Governance in Niger.” Nigerien nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

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0 USD Niger CF 3201 Abc road Full Time , 40 hours per week Equal Access International (EA)

The Chief of Party (COP) will provide overall leadership, management and general technical direction of the activity, ensuring an integrated approach to achieving project results. The COP shall be the principal point of contact in Niger for procedural and substantive matters, including technical matters. S/he shall coordinate and ultimately be responsible for managing and implementing the activity. S/he shall also be responsible for ensuring quality control and the overall responsiveness of technical assistance provided under the award. S/he will be expected to proactively identify issues and risks related to activity implementation in a timely manner, and suggest appropriate adjustments. Reporting & Supervision: The Chief of Party will report to a Project Director based in Washington, DC. Qualifications: ● Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as social sciences, law, development studies, etc required ● At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in the successful implementation of international development activities, with preference given to local governance and civic engagement– at least five (5) years of which as a COP, Deputy COP, or equivalent senior program management role directly supervising professional and support staff ● Experience working in the municipal governance sector in Africa is essential ● Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and French ● Demonstrated ability to think strategically and communicate his/her vision to partners and colleagues ● Proven experience navigating complex and high-pressure operating environments ● Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with different donors, civil society organizations, and host country government counterparts

How to apply:

EAI offers a competitive salary, benefits and the opportunity to join a growing, innovative international team. To apply, please send your CV along with detailed information about your qualifications for the position and an overview of your reasons for interest in the position and joining EAI. Please send these documents to: [email protected]. In the subject line of the email, please include “COP, USAID Resilient Governance in Niger.” Nigerien nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

2020-01-02

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