Global Communities Deputy Chief of Party Job in Nairobi Kenya (formerly CHF International)

Job Title: Deputy Chief of Party
 

Department: Programs
 

Reports To: Chief of Party
 

Location: Nairobi

Job Summary: Global Communities (formerly CHF International) is an international development organization whose mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping them improve their social, economic, and environmental conditions. 

Global Communities is seeking local candidates for the five-year Agribusiness Investment for Market Stimulation (AIMS) program to bolster trade by increasing access to financing for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in agribusiness in Kenya, Tanzania and Malawi.

The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will serve as Senior Operations Manager for the entire program, as well as Program Manager for Kenya. The DCOP will also oversee the counterpart Program Managers in Tanzania and Malawi. 

He/she will report to the COP and assist in all management affairs regarding establishing, implementing, and monitoring donor-compliance procedures for sub-awards. 

The DCOP will oversee contractual relationships between Global Communities and the program partners, ensuring that all project tendering, contracting, and recruitment procedures are in compliance with Global Communities and donor requirements. 

The DCOP will also provide technical backstopping for the site/project identification and appraisal process and supervise project development, monitoring and evaluation team. 

Overall, he/she will oversee financial and administrative aspects of AIMS across the three targeted countries and represent the program to government officials.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief of Party in providing the overall management and strategic vision for the Agribusiness Investment for Market Stimulation (AIMS) program
• Develop and update work plans and ensure that the program specific deliverables are met
• Manage day-to-day program operations, supervise programmatic/field teams, and ensure that all program activities are consistent with the scope of the agreement/contract and in full compliance with Global Communities’ rules and regulations
• Develop and implement management systems and resource allocations that ensure effective and efficient service delivery, as well as contribute to the identification and development of program interventions
• She/he will also oversee program activities implemented by Global Communities and partners and/or sub-award recipients to ensure timely, quality reporting
• Provide technical guidance in the implementation of all financial and administrative activities across three countries
• Ensure quality control and effectiveness of activities
• Coordinate activities with partner organizations, small and medium enterprises (SMEs),
• Contribute to monitoring and evaluation and reporting of project activities
• Assist with any other duties as required by Supervisor

The duties listed above are not inclusive of all the duties of the position at Global Communities. Global Communities reserves the right to change and update position descriptions at any time.
 

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Degree (preferred) in international development, agriculture, business development, or another related/appropriate field.

Skills and Experience

• Experience as DCOP or similar positions with extensive management skills demonstrated in at least two development projects of a comparable scope.
• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience in management role on large, multi-year, donor-funded agribusiness development projects; DCOP or equivalent experience preferred
• Minimum of 7 years technical experience in one or more of the following areas: financial management, food security, agribusiness development, small and medium enterprise development
• Prior experience in Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania, or Eastern Africa preferred
• In-depth knowledge of donor-funded programmatic, compliance, and reporting requirements
• Strong computer skills and a working knowledge of statistical software
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with professional contacts
• Demonstrate flexibility, cultural sensitivity when working with NGO partners, and the ability to adapt CHF policies and procedures to the local context
• A person of known integrity
• Demonstrate the ability to work constructively in a team
• Ability to negotiate solutions to problems
• Superior written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills
• Ability to interact clearly and effectively with donors and other organizations

Language Skills

• Fluency in English required (written and spoken). Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with governmental officials and leaders at national and local levels, local NGOs, SMEs, community organizations, and donor community.
• Effective use of written and spoken Kiswahili

Working Conditions

• Based in the Nairobi office; Frequent travel to other country offices (Malawi, Tanzania)
• Able to sit at a computer and operate a keyboard, for extended periods of time

The anticipated start date for the positions would be in January 2015.

How to Apply

Applicants are to submit their application letters with detailed CV to vacancies@chfkenya.org with the Title of the Position being applied for addressed to:

The Country Director,

P. O. Box 1661 00606 Sarit Centre, 

Nairobi, Kenya

Apply by Monday, 15 December 2014.

Only short listed firms/candidates will be contacted. 

CHF is an equal opportunity employer.