Chief of Party – Afro-Colombian and Indigenous Program (ACIP)

(217379-927)

This position is contingent on funding.

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

Mercy Corps has had a presence in Colombia since 2006. We work primarily in collaboration with local partners that target communities affected by the country’s long-running armed conflict. Our programs consist of both emergency assistance and socio-economic integration initiatives to improve the lives of displaced and marginalized populations, including landmine victims, victims of child labor and gender based violence. Mercy Corps’ programs cover 22 departments across the country and include the urban centers of Bogota, Caribbean coastal areas including Cartagena and Barranquilla, and the departments of Nariño, Putumayo, and Chocó. In these areas, we are helping local organizations enable families to establish themselves, achieve stable livelihoods, peacefully resolve land conflict, and live with dignity outside the armed conflict. Building off strong linkages to local government, the Colombia program is currently looking to expand its work to address the political, economic, governance and cultural needs of Afro-Colombian and indigenous communities.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The Chief of Party (COP) is a senior management position responsible for the overall management of an anticipated Afro-Colombian and Indigenous Program funded by USAID for $61.4 million dollars over five years, and ensuring that matching resources are obtained and appropriately utilized. The COP has supervisory and managerial responsibility for all staff associated to the program and will work closely both with management and support staff (including finance, administration and program) in Bogotá and field sites to ensure the day to day activities are implemented according to schedule, budget and required quality. The COP will also work closely with sub-grantees to ensure that targets for their portion of program activities are met. The COP will outline a strategic plan for the implementation of the program including identifying target areas/projects, methods of operation for effective programming and maximum results. The COP will liaise with USAID and represent the program to other stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

- Build the program staff ensuring that there are fluent communication channels and that the reporting schedule is met on time and that program objectives are achieved.
- Ensure close coordination and sharing of information with stakeholders such as Afro-Colombian and indigenous organizations, regional government, the private sector, municipal government, NGO partners, community based organizations, women’s groups, IDP organizations and producer groups.
- Ensure proper logistics, administration, human resources and transport needs of the program are conducted within Mercy Corps policy and with the maximum benefit to the program.
- Produce written reports on the program activities capturing impacts related to all activities, in the format provided by the Country Director.
- Coordinate and share information to ensure overall project targets and donor obligations are being achieved. Advise the Country Director on suggested improvements and necessities, as required.
- Coordinate with relevant Colombian government authorities.
- Ensure accountability and good relations with USAID, maintaining a cooperative, collegial and collaborative relationship.
- Develop and maintain both internal and external relationships to ensure optimum program success: to include Mercy Corps headquarters and regional office, international and local NGOs, government officials, donor community officials, diplomatic corps and embassies, vendors, media and the general public.
- Ensure establishment and maintenance of relationships with Afro-Colombian and indigenous communities, village councils and local government in the Project’s target areas.
- Provide direct and ongoing supervision and managerial support to all staff on the program.
- Ensure that all work follows international quality standards and best practices and that all activities are technically and environmentally sound.
- Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
- Other duties as assigned.

Accountability: Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Organizational Learning

As part of Mercy Corps’ agency-wide Organizational Learning Initiative, all team members are responsible for spending 5% of their work time in formal and/or non-formal professional learning activities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

The COP will directly supervise a staff of 5 and indirectly oversee a staff of 30-40.

ACCOUNTABILITY

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Country Director

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Finance Manager

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

- MA/S or equivalent in social sciences, economic development, or international development;
- At least 10 years of relevant experience focused in the management of development programs.
- At least 5 years of senior management experience; Previous COP experience strongly preferred;
- Experience in program management related to afro-descendent and indigenous communities are required.
- Experience working on USAID funded programs is required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively coordinate with local authorities to ensure that there are synergies built with the development priorities of the Government of Colombia.
- Fluency in both Spanish and English.
- Experience working in Latin America, particularly the Andes region and Colombia preferred.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The successful COP will be familiar with the opportunities and challenges of programming for Afro-Colombian and indigenous communities, with a strong combination of team leadership, grant management and reporting, and donor and government communication skills. He/she will have familiarity with the methodologies of policy advocacy, economic development, territorial and local governance and/or cultural identity and diversity policies. The position requires an ability to think creatively about improving the participation and increasing opportunities for Afro-Colombian and indigenous communities. A successful COP will complete activities in a timely manner in accordance with Mercy Corps and donor procedures and guidelines.

LIVING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This is an accompanied post. The position is based in Bogotá with extensive traveling in Colombia. Bogotá is a pleasant, modern city and security is relatively good. Bogotá hosts excellent schools and universities. The city has all the modern amenities and an efficient mass transportation system as well as plentiful and safe taxis. At 2,800 meters, the weather in Bogotá may be classified as “high altitude”, with a mean temperature of 59° F. There are two distinct rainy seasons (May-July & Oct-Dec) though it can rain on any given day of the year. Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Mercy Corps is an AA/EOE.

How to apply

Apply online at our website:

http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=217379&company_id=15927&jobboardid=479

Deputy Chief of Party – Afro-Colombian and Indigenous Program (ACIP)

(217381-927)

This position is contingent on funding.

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

Mercy Corps has had a presence in Colombia since 2006. Mercy Corps works primarily in collaboration with local partners that target communities affected by the country’s long-running armed conflict. Our programs consist of both emergency assistance and socio-economic integration initiatives to improve the lives of displaced and marginalized populations, including landmine victims, victims of child labor and gender based violence. Mercy Corps’ programs cover 22 departments across the country and include the urban centers of Bogotá, Caribbean coastal areas including Cartagena and Barranquilla, and the departments of Nariño, Putumayo, and Chocó. In these areas, we are helping local organizations enable families to establish themselves, achieve stable livelihoods, peacefully resolve land conflict, and live with dignity outside the armed conflict. Building off strong linkages to local government, the Colombia program is currently looking to expand its work to address the political, economic, governance and cultural needs of Afro-Colombian and indigenous communities.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The Deputy Chief of Party (D- COP) is a senior management position responsible for the day-to-day management of an anticipated Afro-Colombian and Indigenous Program funded by USAID for $61.4 million dollars over five years, and ensuring that matching resources are obtained and appropriately utilized. The D-COP has supervisory and managerial responsibility for field staff associated to the program and will work closely both with management and support staff (including finance, administration and program) in Bogotá and field sites to ensure the day to day activities are implemented according to schedule, budget and required quality. The D-COP will also support the Chief of Party (COP) in coordinating with any sub-grantees to ensure that targets for their portion of program activities are met. The D-COP will have direct supervisory responsibility for the effective operational and financial aspects of the program as well as overseeing the sub-granting and sub-contracting mechanisms. The D-COP will work with the COP to outline a strategic plan for the implementation of the program including identifying target areas/projects, methods of operation for effective programming and maximum results.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

- Ensures that program complies with USAID rules, regulations and financial standards.
- Assist Chief of Party in the development of annual workplans, and help oversee monitoring and evaluation activities, internal and external reports.
- Manage field operations related to the program according to the work plan, program documents and implementation strategy. Troubleshoot, as needed, to prevent disruptions in daily program activities.
- Build the program staff ensuring that there are fluent communication channels and that the reporting schedule is met on time and that program objectives are achieved.
- Work closely with and support the Chief of Party, and assume responsibilities in his/her absence.
- Provide direct and continuous supervision to managerial and operational support staff on the program.
- Manages sub-grant process and relationships with sub-grantees.
- Facilitate local and national campaigns for cultural identity and the appreciation of diversity in collaboration with program partners.
- Work with the Chief of Party and Financial Manager on forecasting expenditure surpluses and deficits to enable adjustments to be made to the program in a timely fashion.
- Lead the development of written reports on the program activities capturing impacts related to all activities.
- Ensure that all work follows international quality standards and best practices and that all activities are technically and environmentally sound.
- Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
- Other duties as assigned by the Chief of Party.

Accountability: Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Organizational Learning

As part of Mercy Corps’ agency-wide Organizational Learning Initiative, all team members are responsible for spending 5% of their work time in formal and/or non-formal professional learning activities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

The D-COP is responsible for supervising the Operations Manager and Grants Manager.

ACCOUNTABILITY

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Chief of Party (COP)

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Finance Manager and Grant Manager

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

- MA/S or equivalent in social sciences, economic development, international development or related field.
- At least 7 years of relevant experience focused in the management of development programs.
- At least 4 years of senior management experience; Previous D-COP experience strongly preferred.
- Experience in program management related to afro-descendent and indigenous communities is strongly preferred.
- Experience working on USAID funded programs is a requirement.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience managing operations and program implementation of large teams required.
- Ability to effectively coordinate with local authorities to ensure that there are synergies built with the development priorities of the Government of Colombia.
- Fluency in both Spanish and English.
- Experience working in Latin America, particularly the Andes region and Colombia, is preferred.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The successful D-COP will be familiar with the opportunities and challenges of programming for Afro-Colombian and indigenous communities, with a strong combination of team leadership, grant management and reporting, and donor and government communication skills. He/she will have familiarity with the methodologies of policy advocacy, economic development, territorial and local governance and/or cultural identity and diversity policies. The position requires an ability to think creatively about improving the participation of, and increasing opportunities for Afro-Colombian and indigenous communities. A successful D-COP will complete activities in a timely manner in accordance with Mercy Corps and donor procedures and guidelines.

LIVING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This is an accompanied post. The position is based in Bogotá with extensive traveling in Colombia. Bogotá is a pleasant, modern city and security is relatively good. Bogotá hosts excellent schools and universities. The city has all the modern amenities and an efficient mass transportation system as well as plentiful and safe taxis. At 2,800 meters, the weather in Bogotá may be classified as “high altitude”, with a mean temperature of 59° F. There are two distinct rainy seasons (May-July & Oct-Dec) though it can rain on any given day of the year. Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Mercy Corps is an AA/EOE.

How to apply

Apply online at our website:

http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=217381&company_id=15927&jobboardid=479

Civil Society Development Program Manager

(217463-927)

Expected duration: 18 months

Duty Station: Dungu, Haut Uélé, Province Orientale, Democratic Republic of the Congo

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

Mercy Corps has been operating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) since August 2007. Mercy Corps’ activities are currently in Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH), Economic Recovery, Environment and Food Security. Mercy Corps is also moving towards more transitional development programming in livelihoods, financial services, agriculture and governance. The Mercy Corps DRC staff is comprised of over 120 members who work in North Kivu and Orientale Provinces, including the national office in Goma. A new EC-funded civil society development program is Mercy Corps DRC’s first governance program, drawing on the agency’s extensive experience in the sector around the world. It aims to build the capacity and credibility of Dungu’s Civil Society members and networks, promote good governance, and to improve linkages with local authorities and the participation on the community in the development and implementation of a Millennium Development Goals Action Plan.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

Based in Dungu under the supervision of the Head of Office, the Civil Society Development (CSD) Program Manager is responsible for successful achievement of the CSD program’s objectives, and supporting and coordinating the work of local partner organizations within the required timeframe and budget. This includes training and organizing program staff and ensuring compliance with Mercy Corps and European Commission policies and procedures, accountability to beneficiaries and other stakeholders, and working closely with other Mercy Corps team members, particularly in support departments. The Program Manager is also expected to play a key role in governance-related program development, proposal writing, and contributing to the overall country program strategy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Capacity Building and Civil Society Development

- Lead capacity assessments and the formulation of capacity development plans with local partner organizations.
- Develop and coordinate the implementation of a capacity building program for local partners and participating groups, including civil society organizations and local authorities.
- Work with local authorities and civil society groups to support the development and financing of actions to contribute to the Millennium Development Goals in Dungu.
- Support partners to implement micro-projects, providing guidance and formal and informal training in project and organizational management as needed.
- Foster and support the emergence of linkages between civil society and local government and networks among civil society groups.

Program Management

- Recruit, train, and mentor program staff, including among other subjects, participatory capacity assessment and capacity building, monitoring and evaluation, reporting, project design and budgeting, and effective advocacy and awareness-raising.
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements and Mercy Corps administrative, logistical, and financial procedures.
- Promote relations and coordinate activities with other humanitarian actors, donors, UN, and civil authorities in Dungu.
- Develop monitoring systems and provide regular reports on program activities for donors as well as for internal learning and appropriate program adjustments due to new opportunities/challenges.
- As necessary, assist with development, design, and proposal writing for related programming.
- Develop and oversee fundraising strategy for co-financing for the Civil Society Development/Governance program/s.

Program Implementation:

- Provide leadership and management of all aspects of program planning, management, implementation, quality and accountability.
- Ensure that program implementation is responsive to local stakeholders, and consistent with Mercy Corps’ relevant program guidelines (e.g. Guide to Good Governance, Community Mobilization), principles, values, quality standards, lessons learned, and strategic plan.
- Establish, manage and coordinate work plans for all program activities, including making adjustments in response to any changes in the security situation or political context.
- Monitor adherence to grant agreements, Mercy Corps and donor policies and procedures, and other relevant external rules and regulations (e.g. Congolese law).
- Manage the monitoring and evaluation system for all program activities, including the planning and execution of any required baselines, studies, assessments or evaluations.
- Integrate community approaches, gender sensitivity, Do No Harm concepts, environmental sensitivity, protection, partnership principles, and capacity building into all activities as appropriate.
- Liaise regularly with Mercy Corps’ Finance, Administration and Logistics departments to ensure the support necessary to carry out activities in accordance with Mercy Corps policies and procedures.
- Conduct frequent field visits to all program sites.
- Provide regular internal and external reports on program status, as required.
- Ensure that the program engages local stakeholders and develops local capacity and ownership for longer term sustainability.

Coordination and Representation:

- Represent the program to government, donors, and NGOs and other relevant events in the field as required and appropriate, in coordination with the Head of Office.
- Develop and maintain working relationships and coordinate with relevant international and local agencies active in governance or civil society development, and other cross-cutting sectors (including the Cluster system), as well as local authorities and associations.
- Document and communicate program implementation experience and lessons learned to support coordination efforts.
- Liaise with local government officials, UN and other international agencies, local NGOs and civil society organizations, local religious leaders and other community members to foster coordination and ensure support for and acceptance of Mercy Corps activities.

Supervision

- Directly supervise program team, ensuring all members have received Mercy Corps orientation, program training and regular formal and informal performance feedback.
- Organize team members to effectively carry out their responsibilities and create an environment conducive to quality work and professional development.
- Coordinate with the Head of Office on ensuring the security of the team at all times.

Other

- Conduct him/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
- Other duties as assigned and appropriate.

Organizational Learning:

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve - we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability:

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position requires direct supervision of a team of 5 national staff.

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Dungu Head of Office

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: DRC Mercy Corps staff in Dungu, Bunia, Goma and Kinshasa, including the Country Director on technical and strategic issues, and the Governance Senior Program Officer (headquarters).

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

- BA/S in social science, management, international development or other relevant field. Masters degree preferred.
- At least 3 years experience successfully managing programs and teams in the field, preferably in Africa. Program experience should include program implementation, M&E, needs assessments, report and proposal development and budget monitoring.
- Experience in at least one area of civil society development, capacity building, advocacy, good governance and/or community mobilization is essential.
- Good organizational and program management skills and the ability to anticipate program needs.
- Ability to effectively represent the organization and its interests to a diverse range of stakeholders, including local and international government officials, local civil society organizations, donors, other international organizations, the media, and the community.
- Demonstrated proficiency with the MS Office software (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.
- French proficiency required and excellent oral and written English skills an advantage.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The Civil Society Program Manager will be conscientious with a proven sense of judgment and commitment to integrity, understanding the long-term implications of humanitarian and development work and the importance of building local capacity and ownership. S/he will be able to interact productively with partner and peer agencies, have effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational and prioritization skills as well as demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members. An interest and ability to travel and work in remote environments is critical as is an awareness of and sensitivity to multi-cultural environments and train and facilitate dialogue among diverse groups with various skill sets and working styles. The Program Manager will be able to creatively problem-solve, juggle multiple priorities under tight deadlines and calmly and diplomatically deal with unexpected and sudden events with patience, tenacity and a sense of humor.

LIVING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This position will be based in Dungu town (Haut Uélé District, Orientale Province), with regular visits to project sites, and periodic travel to other Mercy Corps offices. Dungu has suffered greatly at the hands of the Lord’s Resistance Army, which has caused much loss of life, displacement and trauma. While the area is now stabilizing, security can be variable, and is closely monitored by UN peacekeepers. Years of conflict and corruption have badly damaged the country's infrastructure. Air travel is necessary to get to/from Dungu from other offices. There are virtually no telephone land lines in the DRC, though mobile services are widely available, although this can be unreliable in Dungu. Internet is limited, but available in all Mercy Corps offices. Living conditions are clean and secure, but basic and in shared accommodation. This position is eligible for R&R and hardship allowance and is unaccompanied.

Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Staff are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Mercy Corps' policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Duty Station: Dungu, Haut Uélé, Province Orientale, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Mercy Corps is an AA/EOE.

How to apply

Apply online at our website:

http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=217463&company_id=15927&jobboardid=479

Chief of Party Mercy Corps

This position is contingent upon funding.

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

The Chief of Party (COP) will lead the implementation of an anticipated USAID program in Myanmar. The program will address multi-sectoral humanitarian assistance work in Myanmar such as livelihoods, income generation, agriculture, and health. This recruitment is for an anticipated funding opportunity. This program will all reinforce and support Mercy Corps’ overall portfolio of programs in Myanmar including food security, agricultural development, and energy poverty programming.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The COP will provide overall leadership, management and strategic vision to the implementation of the anticipated program in Myanmar, managing staff and resources to ensure that the program meets its targets and deliverables on-time and within budget. The COP will supervise key program staff and ensure accountability to Mercy Corps policies and donor rules and regulations. He/she will be the primary program representative to donors, relevant government entities, partners, other implementers and external stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Do This

Program Implementation: Provide leadership and strategic vision in all aspects of program implementation, development and management. Ensure that program implementation is responsive to communities and partners, and aligned with Mercy Corps principles, values and strategic plan. Monitor adherence to grant agreement, Mercy Corps policies and procedures and relevant external rules and regulations. Oversee performance of consortium partners and sub-grantees. Conduct frequent field visits to project sites.

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) and Reporting: Facilitate the achievement of program targets and objectives and lead efforts to design effective M&E systems. Oversee the scheduling and production of formal and informal reports on all aspects of the program in a timely and efficient manner. Ensure that M&E staff focus on assisting programs to generate practical information that can be used for ongoing program decision-making while also capturing results at the impact level.

Coordination and Representation: Represent Mercy Corps at government, donor, NGO and other relevant events in the field, in close coordination with the Country Director. Coordinate activities with consortium partners, subgrantees, local government and other implementers, as well as with other Mercy Corps programs.

Staff Management, Professional Development and Team Building: Create a work atmosphere conducive to professional growth and development of excellent personnel at all levels. Implement, and ensure all staff are effectively using, the performance planning and management system, establishing performance expectations and regularly providing constructive feedback. Promote accountability by conducting staff annual performance reviews with direct supervisees, and ensuring that supervisory staff do the same. Contribute to country team-building efforts, and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.

Program Support Operations: Coordinate with program and finance and administration staff to ensure operational systems are in place to support field activities including logistics (transport, warehousing and asset management), procurement, security, administration and human resources. Propose design of new local policies as needed and in accordance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations.

Security: Work closely with the country team’s security focal point to develop and maintain systems that ensure the safety and security of the team in all aspects of its work. Ensure that programs are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security management priorities.

New Initiatives: In coordination with the Country Director, Regional Program Director, HQ Program Operations team and other relevant personnel and counterparts, play an active role in identifying new initiatives that foster and/ or improve the strategic objectives of the country office, whether utilizing existing resources or requiring program/ project development.

Organizational Learning

As part of Mercy Corps’ agency-wide Organizational Learning Initiative, all team members are responsible for spending 5% of their work time in formal and/or non-formal professional learning activities.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Direct supervision of: Program/Technical Manager(s), M&E Officer

ACCOUNTABILITY:

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Country Director

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Other COPs or program managers in-country (where multiple programs operate), HQ Program Operations Team members, TSU team members

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

- MA/S or equivalent in social science, management, international development or other relevant field preferred.
- Five to seven years of overseas experience including three years in a senior management position and three years directly managing multi-million dollar budgets.
- Strong understanding of donor USAID compliance issues.
- Strong written and oral communication skills in English, including report development, writing and editing.
- Strong management skills, with good understanding of relevant cross-cultural issues.
- Experience managing programs in relevant technical area(s) such as humanitarian relief/recovery, livelihoods, economic and agricultural development, , civil society capacity building, HIV, health and nutrition.
- Strong understanding of the current political, economic, cultural and historical context of Myanmar preferable, with in-country experience especially preferred.
- Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The successful COP will combine exceptional management skills and experience in maintaining donor and partner relationships. S/he will have an outstanding ability to develop, implement and manage innovative programs within the current and future program structure of Mercy Corps in the region. S/he will also have proven experience with cross-cultural team and capacity building, individual staff development, and strong mentoring skills. Multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem solving and simultaneous attention to detail and strategic vision are essential. The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.

LIVING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Myanmar is a diverse country with pockets of occasional unrest, but Yangon is a safe and secure city with modern amenities and several international schools. Housing and other living conditions are generally adequate, but health care and access to clean water can be limited outside of Yangon.

The position is based in Yangon. Yangon is an accompanied location; there is no R&R benefit provided.

Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Staff are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Mercy Corps is an AA/EOE.

How to apply

Apply online at our website:

http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=217462&company_id=15927&jobboardid=479