Chief of Party, USAID/DRC Supporting Peace and Stability in South Kivu (SPSSK) Activity, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Kinshasa
Company Profile:
Management Systems International (MSI), a Tetra Tech Company, is a Washington, D.C. metro area management consultancy with a 40-year history of delivering results for our clients. Our expertise is in the fields of monitoring and evaluation; democracy and governance; peace and stability; rule of law and accountability; education; gender and inclusion; strategic communications; and leadership and organizational development. MSI has implemented projects in 90 countries around the world such as Colombia, Indonesia, Jordan, Kenya, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Syria and Ukraine, and works domestically. We support clients ranging from the U.S. Government (e.g., the U.S. Agency for International Development, U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Departments of State and Labor, and the Millennium Challenge Corporation) to large bilateral and multilateral donors (e.g., the World Bank and the United Nations Development Program). We also work with national and local governments, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), think tanks, foundations and universities. For more information, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.
Proposal Summary:
MSI is pursuing the anticipated Supporting Peace and Stability in South Kivu (SPSSK) Activity. Working in close coordination with USAID/DRC, the activity aims to support peace and stability in South Kivu following the withdrawal of MONUSCO (the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo) peacekeeping troops.
Objectives:
1. Identify root causes of conflicts and violence, improve social cohesion, restore inclusive dialogs and strengthen local conflict management and mitigation structures to address disputes peacefully and ensure solutions are identified and implemented by local community actors.
2. Develop economic alternatives to illegal activities and reinforce community resilience to armed group recruitment.
3. Strengthen local governance structures to take on MONUSCO’s responsibilities and build trust between communities and local government stakeholders.
**Please note: Third country nationals and Congolese citizens are highly encouraged to apply**
Position Summary:
The Chief of Party will oversee and manage operations for the project and will supervise and/or work in close collaboration with human resources, operations, finance, logistics, security, and procurement staff ensuring these functions align with and fully support programmatic priorities and objectives. The ideal candidate will support the technical leadership to ensure that project activities are responsive to the Congolese context and to USAID project objectives. This will be a full-time position based in Bukavu, South Kivu, DRC. This position is contingent upon award.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all technical and programmatic elements of the project, including collaborating with staff and partners to adapt to fluctuations in context, security and other challenges as they arise.
- Serve as the principal liaison with USAID, providing clear communications and timely reporting of technical and financial deliverables.
- Maintain strong rapport with key stakeholders, including government entities, private sector, civil society leaders, and other donors
- Oversee a team of technical and program operations staff, ensuring sound coordination across all team members.
- Supervise all project operations, including, grants, financial management, and general office administration.
- Ensure that contract implementation is in accordance with USAID and MSI regulations and procedures including monitoring contract compliance and procedures and assuring fair and good practice standards, coordinating as needed with MSI’s headquarters staff.
- Demonstrate diplomacy and leadership to foster an atmosphere of teamwork productivity, creativity, fairness, equity, and innovation, and support for diversity.
- Oversee grants, sub-contracts, and commodity procurement in line with USAID regulations.
- Ensure compliance with relevant/applicable local laws and regulations.
- Contribute to planning, monitoring, and reporting as directed, while staying apprised of the evolution of the local political, legal, and economic situation.
- Identify capacity building and/or training needs for staff as needed.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree or higher is required, preferably in international relations, business administration, finance, or other relevant fields.
- Seven (7) years of experience in management roles in USAID or other donor funded international projects that include operations management, strategic planning, project management, resource management, compliance, finance and budgeting.
- Minimum three (3) years of supervisory management and leadership experience is required.
- Experience overseeing procurements and service contracts in compliance with donor regulations, with knowledge of USAID regulations as it relates to human resources, financial management and reporting, procurement processes, and grants management.
- Experience managing subcontracts, grants pools, grants under contract (GUC), and short-term consultants is required.
- Knowledge of the local context as it pertains to laws, tax code, labor code and other local requirements for smooth contract and project implementation in DRC.
- Prior experience in eastern DRC.
- Strong interpersonal, supervision, and written/oral communication skills.
- Fluency in written and spoken English and French is required.
At MSI Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. MSI Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state and federal authorities.
MSI is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We strive to develop and maintain a culture that honors the perspectives and identities of our employees, our communities and those impacted by our work.
We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
MSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans Employer.
Reasonable Accommodations:
MSI is dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech’s Disability Assistance Page. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Proposal and tender opportunity
U.S. Teams and Clients
Stabilization (International Development)