Chief of Party – USAID Jordan Education Division At Creative Associates International

Overview

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions, and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary:

The USAID/Jordan Basic Education Activity will advance national efforts to strengthen the caliber of pre- and in-service teacher education and improve Kindergarten through Grade Three foundational and socio-emotional skills across the Kingdom of Jordan.

Position Summary:

The Chief of Party (COP) will be responsible for the overall planning, implementation, and management of the project as well as the achievement of the goals and objectives of the project in a timely and cost- effective manner. The COP will serve as the main liaison with the Government of Jordan and USAID.

Responsibilities

Reporting and Supervision

This position reports to the Project Director in Washington, D.C

  • Provide strategic leadership and coordination of program activities at the national, governorate, district, and community levels and with civil society;
  • Lead project implementation and management of the performance of the project;
  • Provide strategic leadership to collaborate and coordinate with other donor-funded education activities in Jordan
  • Serve as primary liaison to strategic leaders to collaborate and coordinate on technical and strategic issues to maximize project results and liaise with other donors-funded education projects and stakeholders.
  • Provide overall technical and administrative leadership to the project and serve as its institutional liaison;
  • Ensure all activities implemented fit the rules and regulations set forth by USAID, Creative, and the project requirements;
  • Integrate community approaches, gender sensitivity, and capacity building into all activities as appropriate.
  • Monitor the goals and objectives of the project to assure progress towards successful implementation; and
  • Coordinate with numerous government institutions and senior-level national and county-level government officials.

Qualifications

  • A minimum of 15 years of experience working on international development programs, five of which have been spent as a COP, Deputy Chief of Party, or their equivalents;
  • At least 10 years of experience in relevant management, supervisory, technical experience, working with programs that are of a similar scope to this activity including 5 years of experience in the region.
  • Five (5) years of experience at the senior manager level working directly on projects funded by large international donors with counterparts within the government, private sector, and other stakeholders, preferably with a focus in Jordan or the region;
  • Demonstrable management experience on US government contracts, including U.S. government (USG) policy, procedures, and reporting requirements;
  • Demonstrated past representational experience with host governments and other donors and demonstrated success with inter-agency coordination and joint programming;
  • Demonstrated experience and knowledge in establishing systems and overseeing project startup and quality assurance;
  • Experience hiring and supervising personnel and ensuring they acquire the necessary training and skills to meet evolving program needs;
  • Strong leadership, program, organizational management and communication skills with prior experience in managing 10 staff or more;
  • Advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate) in education or a related field;
  • Fluency in English is required, and Arabic language skills are desired; and
  • Ability to travel and work throughout Jordan.

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