Proposal Summary:
The goal of the Strengthening Somali Governance (SSG) Project is to support the development of more effective and accountable Somali government institutions. SSG will: 1) improve the legislative, representative, and oversight functions of Somalia’s federal and state deliberative bodies; 2) improve the ability of targeted government institutions to carry out essential functions; and 3) increase citizen awareness of and engagement in government decision-making. This is a three year project, based in Somalia, with an anticipated value of U.S. $22-24 million.
The goal of the Strengthening Somali Governance (SSG) Project is to support the development of more effective and accountable Somali government institutions. SSG will: 1) improve the legislative, representative, and oversight functions of Somalia’s federal and state deliberative bodies; 2) improve the ability of targeted government institutions to carry out essential functions; and 3) increase citizen awareness of and engagement in government decision-making. This is a three year project, based in Somalia, with an anticipated value of U.S. $22-24 million.
Position Summary:
The Deputy Chief of Party will manage a diverse project team, ensuring that project activities align with goals of USAID and the Government of Somalia. S/he will provide technical and administrative leadership for the entire program, ensuring that all objectives are achieved. This is a full time position based in Mogadishu for the duration of the project.
The Deputy Chief of Party will manage a diverse project team, ensuring that project activities align with goals of USAID and the Government of Somalia. S/he will provide technical and administrative leadership for the entire program, ensuring that all objectives are achieved. This is a full time position based in Mogadishu for the duration of the project.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise
and monitor implementation of project activities to ensure quality work
and compliance with work plan obligations, timelines, deliverables and
results.
- Oversee
program operations, including administration, finances, human resources,
security, and procurement to ensure compliance with all USAID and
Government of Somalia rules and regulations.
- Monitor
the security situation daily and maintain an open line of communication
with the security provider.
- Train
and coach staff, as needed.
- Serve
as acting Chief of Party when necessary and in that role represent the
project before USAID and project stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- At
least 7 years of relevant program management experience in a leadership
role, at least one of these years must be in a conflict or post-conflict
environment.
- Experience
establishing and implementing management systems and procedures on
donor-funded programs.
- Demonstrable
experience managing and motivating a culturally diverse workforce.
- Excellent
oral and written English communication skills.
- Somali
language skills beneficial.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will
be contacted. No phone calls, please.
MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.
MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.
