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Chief of Party, Iraq Workforce Development
FHI 360 •
Apply by 31 May 2013 .
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Job Description
FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions. We seek qualified candidates with expertise in Economic Growth, Private Sector and/or Workforce Development for the position of Chief of Party for a project in Iraq, based in Baghdad and Erbil.
Position Description:
Unemployment and underemployment has been identified by the Government of Iraq as among the most pressing problems facing the nation. The problem has serious implications for establishing lasting peace and security as well as building the foundation for future economic prosperity. In support of this national development priority, USAID/Iraq is funding a program designed to strengthen workforce training and linkages to the private sector for Iraqis, with special emphasis on youth, women and vulnerable populations.
The Chief of Party will be the project’s senior supervisor and will oversee all aspects of program performance, both technical and managerial. The COP will serve as the project’s principal contact person for USAID and will also be the main contact for local stakeholders, including civil society, government, private sector, and donor counterparts. The COP will supervise the recruitment, hiring, and supervision of local staff and consultants. They will also ensure compliance with donor and FHI 360 policies and procedure, including for activity development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, procurement, budgeting, and financial accounting. The COP will provide overall supervision of implementing partners and beneficiary communities, ensuring timely progress against schedules, achievement of deliverables, and quality of results.
Job Responsibilities:
•Plan, direct, and coordinate activities for designated projects to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.
•Review project proposals and plans to determine scheduling, budget, procedures, staffing, and allotment of resources needed for projects.
•Establish work plans and project teams to meet project goals and ensure compliance with policies.
•Provide guidance and training to managers and staff to achieve project goals.
•Set goals and budgets for projects and leads department in achieving strategic goals.
•Lead coordination of resources for ongoing projects across business units and address/resolve project issues.
•Participate in the strategic development of methods and techniques with executive management.
•Establish, serve and maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders on project matters.
•Provide leadership to the project team, ensuring clarity over plans and priorities, encouraging effective team-work.
•Responsible for induction of project staff, ensuring their familiarity with mandate values, quality standards, policies and program objectives and their individual responsibilities in upholding these standards and policies.
•Oversee financial and technical reporting to USAID.
•Work with subcontractors to integrate contributions into Program activities
•Work with the FHI 360 home office to recruit and field short-term technical assistance as needed.
•Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation procedures for program indicators (Performance Monitoring Plan).
•Present program results, based on solid M&E procedures, to USAID and other professional colleagues, both regionally and internationally
•Ensure quality of all project deliverables
•Troubleshoot to prevent and resolve potential problems and review outputs for quality control
•Direct all aspects of the start-up and implementation of the program in the field.
•Provide overall project management and guidance to team members and consultants
•Supervise the work of field staff to ensure completion of contract deliverables, including scheduled reports.
•Serve as point person for FHI 360 with the local USAID representatives.
•Supervise all financial and administrative aspects of the Program, including commodity procurement.
•Communicate with technical and administrative personnel from the FHI 360 home office.
Minimum Requirements:
•Bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent in Social Sciences or other field related to international /human development. Master’s degree or its international equivalent preferred.
•15+ years of project management experience within a relevant area.
•Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
•Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English. Ability to speak Arabic is desirable.
•Demonstrated experience leading USAID programs, preferably in critical priority countries required.
•Experience operating in insecure environments.
Preferred Qualifications:
•Experience in Workforce Development is desirable.
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360’s Career Center atwww.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.
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Organization Description
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories.
Senior Project Support Training Lead - Iraq
Management & Training Corporation •
Apply by 30 June 2013
Job Description
Management & Training Corporation’s (MTC) innovative, forward-thinking attitude and culture have helped tens of thousands of people each year learn new academic, technical, and social skills to become more employable and productive citizens.
MTC International Development is seeking a Senior Project Support Training Lead who has experience managing and overseeing international workforce-related assessment and training programs. The Lead will be directly responsible for the development of a multi-year workforce training and placement program in Iraq.
Workforce training-related skills or experience should include at least three of the following activities:
•Developing and designing training curricula for a workforce setting, including all elements such as setting competency-based training standards, developing training manuals, establishing teaching methodologies and teacher training, and developing skills assessment strategies.
•Developing employee training needs assessments that inform employee job placement and performance monitoring.
•Developing and conducting employee performance evaluations to assess workforce skills and suitability for advancement.
•Contribute to the development of a staff training program addressing technical and employability skills, cross training and promotion, goals setting, and soft skills development.
•Developing new employee orientation training programs that incorporate personnel policies, performance evaluation, and employee procedures.
•Expertise in vocational training and related soft skills training and assessment.
Qualifications:
- At least a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Training, or a relevant degree. A teaching certificate and/or a Master’s degree preferred.
- At least 8 years of experience working on workforce development and/or employment training projects outside of the U.S.
- Experience as a team member or consultant for training in technical vocational or workforce development in a developing country context. This should include experience in a variety of workforce functions, such as: construction and building maintenance, food service, waste management, fire protection, transportation, and warehouse management.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and be able to work under pressure with limited guidance.
Interested parties may apply online at: [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.]
Only applicants that include a resume or CV shall be considered.
Position closes on June 30, 2013
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Job Description
Management & Training Corporation’s (MTC) innovative, forward-thinking attitude and culture have helped tens of thousands of people each year learn new academic, technical, and social skills to become more employable and productive citizens.
MTC International Development is seeking a Senior Workforce Training Director who has experience managing and overseeing international workforce-related assessment and training programs. The Senior Workforce Training Director will be responsible for overseeing the development, delivery, and administration of a multi-year workforce training program in Iraq.
Senior workforce training-related skills and experience to include at least four of the following activities:
•Training and curricula development and design for vocational training, workforce development, including standards, training manuals, teaching methodologies and assessment strategies.
•Developing and managing workforce training needs assessments, including placement and performance monitoring.
•Conducting/developing skills assessments for employee placement. Continuing employee performance evaluation of applied workforce skills and assessment of suitability for advancement.
•Overseeing a comprehensive staff training program related to technical and employability skills, cross training and promotion, goals setting, and soft skills development.
•Developing/managing new employee orientation programs including personnel policies, performance evaluation, and employee procedures.
•Expertise in vocational and employability skills development in a fragile or post-conflict country context.
•Serving on a program management team as a Team Lead or as a senior team member.
Qualifications:
- At least a Master’s degree in Education, Training, or a relevant degree.
- At least 10 years of experience working on workforce development and/or employment training projects outside of the U.S.
- Experience as a team member or lead consultant for technical vocational projects or workforce development projects in a developing, or transitioning country. This should include experience in a variety of workforce functions, such as: construction and building maintenance, food service, waste management, fire protection, transportation, and warehouse management.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and be able to work under pressure with limited guidance.
- Experience operating on US government or military compounds preferred.
Interested parties may apply online at: [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.]
Only applicants that include a resume or CV shall be considered.
Position closes on June 30, 2013
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