Chemonics seeks Chief of Party (COP) for the upcoming USAID-funded Biodiversity Activity in Timor-Leste. This 5-year initiative aims to enhance marine biodiversity conservation, address climate impacts, and support sustainable resource use. The goal of this activity is to strengthen biodiversity conservation efforts, enhance community resilience to climate change, and promote sustainable resource management in Timor-Leste. The COP will provide overall leadership, management, and technical direction to the activity, ensuring successful achievement of results as defined in the award. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage project ensuring effective execution and reporting
- Build coalitions with government, civil society, private sector, and local communities
- Foster innovative partnerships and sustainable initiatives aligned with USAID objectives
- Serve as the primary liaison with USAID/Timor-Leste and local government institutions
- Oversee technical and research teams, communications, and data-driven project adaptations
- Supervise project personnel, subcontractors, and grantees, focusing on performance and financial management
- Implement strategies for sustainable fisheries management, conservation finance, climate adaptation, and coastal zone planning
- Provide strategic implementation and adaptive management of program requirements
- Ensure timely delivery and high quality for all project interventions and deliverables
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Marine Biology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or other relevant field preferred.
- At least 5 years of experience in project operations and finance, with a focus on Asia. Experience in Timor-Leste is a plus.
- Knowledge of USAID regulations and strong skills in managing complex projects and teams.
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
- A minimum of 10 years of progressive senior management experience on international donor-funded programs of similar size, with strong skills in strategic planning, management, supervision, procurement, and budgeting.
Application Instructions:
To Apply, Submit your CV with “Chief of Party” in the subject line to Timor-Leste Biodiversity Proposal Team (TimorLesteBiodiversity@chemonics.com) by September 30, 2024. No phone inquiries, please. Chemonics will contact finalists.
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