Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 05, 2020 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The International City/County Management Association (ICMA) is seeking a Deputy Chief of Party for the upcoming USAID/Zambia District Governance Strengthening program.
Project Goal: The purpose of this program is to help Zambia build up a local system of governance capable of responsive service delivery to drive USAID results and advance Zambian self-reliance. With over 100 years of experience and more than 12,000 local government practitioners at the ready within our membership, ICMA is well-positioned to provide technical expertise and build capacity at the sub-national level. .

Responsibilities:
The Deputy Chief of Party will be a governance expert and will provide technical leadership on the project. S/he will be responsible for ensuring an integrated vision among different components and actors, with a focus on achieving the results defined in the procurement. This individual will:
• Support the development of the project strategic framework and work plans for program implementation to ensure the achievement of project goals;
• Manage program operations, including administration, logistics, procurement, budgeting, finance and compliance, property, and oversight of grants under contract;
• Support a broad range of activities related to good governance, public financial management, citizen engagement and government service delivery; and
• Fulfill the responsibilities of the Chief of Party in his/her absence.

Job Skills: Not Specified

Qualifications:
• Advanced degree from an accredited university in a relevant field.
• At least 8 years of experience in the management and implementation of donor-funded democratic governance programs in Zambia, Tanzania, or similar environment in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Successful track record of working with civil society, private sector, faith-based and media actors to achieve project goals.
• Flexible approach for working in a dynamic environment and managing relationships with and among stakeholders. Keen understanding of political economy issues that need to be taken into account as project evolves.
• Ability to communicate effectively on the technical aspects of implementation with a wide variety of stakeholders and different levels of government.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with other projects and international partners to further project outcomes.
• Experience in the hiring and supervising of host country local personnel.
• Financial management experience, including budgeting; financial management (tracking, reporting, and accounting); and procurement.
• Understanding of USAID policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, decision-making and conflict resolution skills.
• Fluency in English required.

Job Education Requirements: Not Specified

Job Experience Requirements: Not Specified

Work Hours: 8

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To apply for this job email your details to dlang@icma.org 

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