Organization: Counterpart International
Country: Guatemala
Closing date: 27 Mar 2017
Counterpart International helps people build better lives and more durable futures, community by community. We equip individuals, organizations and communities-our counterparts- to become solution creators in their own families, communities, regions and countries. We work with them in some of the world’s most challenging places to tackle social, economic, environmental, health and governance issues that threaten their lives and undermine their futures.
For more information on Counterpart, please visit our website at www.Counterpart.org
Job Profile:
Counterpart International is currently seeking a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) to provide technical and managerial leadership, with a focus on overseeing the effective implementation of key activities on the anticipated five-year USAID Harnessing Emerging Political Leadership for a Secure and Accountable Guatemala (ELP) Project. The purpose of this project is to build an equitable and representative cadre of future political leaders with the capacity to address some of the most pressing challenges facing Guatemala. The project will provide opportunities for youth engagement in civic and political processes, as well as support for building the capacity and leadership skills of the next generation so that they are prepared to serve as Guatemalan leaders. The DCOP will be expected to work closely with the Chief of Party (COP) to manage the day-to-day operations of the project. This position will be based in Guatemala City, Guatemala and will report to the COP. Guatemalan nationals are encouraged to apply.
Primary Responsibilities
· Support the COP in the overall day-to-day management and operations of the program.
· Provide technical and managerial leadership and will focus on overseeing the effective implementation of key project activities.
· Assume full responsibility for the project in the absence of the COP.
· Lead efforts that enable youth to take a more active political role, with the goal of developing an inclusive, representative next generation of civil society and political leaders.
· Support the development of program strategies, planning, and implementation of program activities while ensuring cohesion among the program components, with attention to gender integration and social inclusion.
· Guide and ensure the highest quality of project monitoring, evaluation, reporting and communications.
· Ensure program implementation is in compliance with Counterpart and USAID rules and regulations.
· Provide mentoring and professional development support to project staff, with emphasis on building capacity of national staff.
· Represent Counterpart to USAID, local and national governmental authorities, local CSOs, community organizations, and other donor organizations.
· Contribute to the development of reports including quarterly reports, annual results reports, pipeline and resource estimates.
Qualifications
Skills and Experience:
· Minimum of 10 years of experience in international development, preferably in democracy and governance, violence prevention, or youth development.
· Must have an excellent track record of achieving results in similar activities.
· Must have demonstrated high- level leadership, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
· Demonstrated experience working effectively with diverse teams and building partnerships.
· Demonstrated commitment to gender integration and social inclusion, including women and youth.
· Guatemalan or regional experience is preferred, with additional consideration for demonstrated Guatemalan experience.
Education
· Minimum of a Master’s degree in law, international development, public policy, youth development or other relevant field.
· Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and an additional three years of experience could be substituted for a Master’s degree.
Language
· Fluent in Spanish and it is preferred that the candidate is fluent in English.
How to apply:
If interested in this effort please submit a copy of your most up to date resume and three professional references (a manager, suborrdinate, and peer reference) to https://rew12.ultipro.com/COU1004/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*CE2C1F263E36415C
