Organization: Social Impact
Country: El Salvador
Closing date: 10 Nov 2017
Local Project Manager, USAID Civil Society Organization Strengthening Project, El Salvador
Social Impact is a global development management consulting firm. We provide monitoring, evaluation, strategic planning, and capacity building services to advance development effectiveness. We work across all development sectors including democracy and governance, health and education, the environment, and economic growth. Since 1997 we have worked in over 100 countries for clients such as US government agencies, bilateral donors, multilateral development banks, foundations, and nonprofits.
Proposal Objective:
The purpose of this $3.4M, two-year base contract (with 1 one-year option period) is to provide USAID/El Salvador with a set of interventions aimed at developing the capacity of partner civil society organizations (CSOs) poised to support development outcomes the Mission seeks over the long-term. The contract will address key capacity development gaps that limit the effectiveness of CSOs to achieve sustainable and significant impact, be accountable to their constituents, and be able to generate and manage resources.
Position Description:
SI is seeking a Salvadoran manager to oversee the administration and technical activities of this project. S/he will be responsible for day to day implementation, and provide quality assurance on the strengthening of local partners and CSOs. This is a full-time position, based in San Salvador.
**Please note: This is a local position. Only candidates with Salvadoran citizenship are eligible to apply.
Responsibilities:
· Responsible for task order project development from inception to deployment.
· Plan, organize and supervise the overall activities under the task order.
· Coordinate technical support and follow up with beneficiary CSOs.
· Serve as the institutional liaison to USAID and partner CSOs.
· Prepare status reports, budget information and other documentation as needed.
Qualifications:
· University degree in a relevant field of international development, including but not limited to International Affairs/Relations, Political Affairs, Business Administration, Public Administration, or other discipline related to development assistance is required; plus 15 years of relevant work experience; OR, Master’s degree plus 12 years of relevant work experience.
· Level IV (fluent) English language proficiency, speaking and writing; Level IV Spanish language proficiency, speaking and writing, is required.
· Knowledge of the local context as it relates to CSOs and the challenges they face in El Salvador.
· A minimum of five years of professional experience in international development program management or program management related to U.S. Government (USG) assistance or contractor of the USG.
· A minimum of three years of professional experience related to CSOs.
· Inside knowledge of CSOs is required.
Come join our energetic and innovative team! We offer you the opportunity to play a leading role in the growth of our company, work as part of a creative and committed team, and make a difference in the well-being of our world.
To learn more about Social Impact, please visit our website: http://www.socialimpact.com
SI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please, no phone calls. al CA TGV
How to apply:
To apply: https://chp.tbe.taleo.net/chp02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SOCIIMPA2&cws=1&rid=1793
