occupied Palestinian territory: Chief of Party, West Bank & Gaza

World Learning seeks a Chief of Party for an anticipated USAID-funded higher education program in West Bank/Gaza. The Chief of Party will be responsible for technical leadership and provide administrative oversight of the implementation of all components under this program. S/he will serve as World Learning’s principal liaison to USAID. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic individual and seasoned director, able to work effectively and respectfully with individuals form diverse backgrounds, and experienced in supporting higher education and/or youth workforce development programming.

Recruitment contingent upon successful award of the project.Please transmit: CV or resume not to exceed 3 pages; cover letter (in English) with the post title on the subject line explaining why you are best qualified for this position; and three references with current contact information (phone, mail address and email address).

Job Responsibilities:

· Provide overall leadership, management, and direction for the program;

· In conjunction with USAID/West Bank and Gaza and World Learning HQ, determine annual priorities, develop work plans, and ensure program responds to changing conditions and operating environments

· Oversee program administration, implementation, and fiscal management;

· Serve as overall communications/liaison with USAID/West Bank and Gaza, implementing partners, and key stakeholders including the Palestinian Authority;

· Ensure timely and quality support to USAID Mission;

· Oversee and monitor quality of job readiness training and certification for local university students and graduates, ensuring measurable and sustainable impact;

· Report regularly to World Learning headquarters, providing timely updates of all situational and program developments;

· Ensure reports, work plans, and other program deliverables are timely and of high quality;

· Manage and supervise team of local and international staff and consultants;

· Represent World Learning at conferences, working groups, and meetings to support World Learning’s thought leadership in higher education and workforce development in West Bank/Gaza and the region;

· Other responsibilities that may be assigned.

Required Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in a relevant field (such as political science, international relations, public policy, higher education administration, business administration) required, PhD degree highly preferred;

· Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in the successful implementation of higher education, workforce development, and/or human and institutional capacity development programs;

· Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Chief of Party or a Country Director in a development project in the field;

· Proven leadership in the administration of donor-funded programs of a similar size and complexity;

· Demonstrated ability to cultivate relationships with private sector industry actors as well as government authorities;

· Previous resident work experience in West Bank/Gaza or the Middle East strongly preferred;

· Understanding of development, political, and/or business climate issues in West Bank/Gaza, and knowledge of Palestinian counterparts, individuals, and organizations active or interested in higher education or workforce development issues are highly desirable;

· Experience in overseeing monitoring and evaluation of development programs;

· Sound knowledge of USAID rules and regulations;

· Excellent communication and diplomatic skills;

· English fluency required; Arabic proficiency preferred

· Commitment to inclusive programming that encourages full participation of individuals regardless of gender, disability status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or other marginalized status;

· Strong team leadership capabilities.

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