Creative Associates International is a dynamic and fast-growing
professional services firm that specializes in international development
in the areas of education, democratic transitions and stabilization in
post-conflict environments. Based in Washington, DC, the firm has a
field presence in 20 countries worldwide with a strong and diverse
portfolio that includes global contracts with the U.S. Agency for
International Development (USAID) and other clients including the U.S.
Department of State and the U.S. Department of Defense. The firm has
earned a solid reputation among its clients and missions worldwide and
is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
We are currently seeking experienced candidates to fill multiple
positions in Nigeria
CHIEF OF PARTY
The Chief of Party will oversee a civil society strengthening program in Nigeria and will be the
technical and
administrative supervisor of all project activities.
Minimum of an advanced degree in social sciences, law, political science, development studies, or a related field;
Minimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience in the successful
implementation of international development activities, preferably
democracy and governance activities under a USG contract – 5 years of
which shall have been in senior program management including direct
supervision of professional and support staff;
Demonstrated experience working with civil society development such as
NGO development, service delivery improvement, advocacy, conflict
mitigation, and local governance strengthening;
Experience in facilitating multi-sectorial collaboration among different technical
fields and various type of stakeholders (NGOs, private sector,
government, communities, youth groups, and international donors);
Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain interpersonal and
professional relationships with different donors, civil society
organizations and host country government counterparts;
Prior experience in awarding and managing grants to local organizations to promote democracy and governance goals;
Demonstrated working experience in Sub-Saharan Africa, Nigeria experience highly desirable
Knowledge of Nigerian culture, politics, and economic contexts;
Familiarity with USAID policies and procedures;
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
DEPUTY CHIEF OF PARTY
The DCOP provides oversight of program planning, monitoring and evaluation, and quality; grant administration; program staff
recruitment,
deployment and development; and of the building and maintenance of
relations with government officials, USAID personnel, and civil society
leaders to ensure SACE program goals are met.
Minimum of an advanced degree in social sciences, law, political science, international development, or a related field;
Minimum of 7 years of demonstrated experience in the successful
implementation of international development activities, preferably
democracy and governance activities under a USG contract – 3 years of
which shall have been in senior program management including direct
supervision of professional and support staff;
Prior experience in policy advocacy, government monitoring and oversight, or in capacity development;
Experience in facilitating multi-sectorial collaboration among different technical
fields and various type of stakeholders (NGOs, private sector,
government, communities, youth groups, and international donors);
In-depth understanding of the role of civil society in development and
experience in building capacity for civil society organizations and
networks;
Prior experience in awarding and managing grants to local organizations to promote democracy and governance goals;
Familiarity with USAID policies and procedures;
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
MONITORING AND EVALUATION MANAGER (M&E)
The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager will be responsible for
establishing and implementing an effective system to monitor progress,
impacts and successes of project activities and
performance
at all levels. The M&E Manager will also monitor all grant
activities and sub-grantees and ensure that the project complies with
USAID performance reporting requirements.
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social sciences, economics,
international development, evaluation research, statistics, or a related
field;
At least 5 years of experience in designing, managing and implementing results-based M&E activities;
Experience analyzing quantitative and qualitative data;
Experience working with an international development organization and knowledge of reporting procedures, best practices,
guidelines and tools for monitoring and evaluation, especially impact evaluation
Knowledge of USG and other donor contract, cooperative agreements, and
grant regulations. S/he should be resourceful through technology,
research skills, and relationship building and, with minimal
supervision, be able to manage high volume work flow;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and relevant computer
software skills with proficiency in Excel and other data
management systems.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Please submit your CV and cover letter, with
position title and country in the subject line to
recruitment@creativedc.com
DEADLINE: July 19, 2012
