Deputy Chief of Party

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Organization : FHI360

FHI 360 is a global development organization, with a rigorous, evidence-based approach to human development. Our team of professionals includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment, and research. FHI 360 operates from over 60 offices with more than 4000 employees in the United States and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at all levels and our multi-disciplinary approach allows us to have a lasting impact on the people, communities, and countries we serve by improving the lives of millions.  

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for an upcoming Higher Education opportunity in Burma. This position is contingent upon award and may be based in Bangkok or other location in Thailand.

Project Description:

The Burma Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship Program (DISP) will support individuals to access Higher Education (HE) opportunities within Burma and across Southeast Asia. It is anticipated that the activity will identify and select scholarship candidates, provide scholars with pre-academic training, and wrap around services, and facilitate service learning and alumni engagement activities.

Position Description:

The DCOP is responsible for technical design and implementation of a scholarship program that is transparent, flexible, conflict sensitive, and responsive to the needs of individual scholars and their communities. The DCOP will work with education stakeholders, Higher Education institutions and implementing partners to ensure scholars have access to safe, responsive, high-quality learning opportunities and support services. The DCOP will provide technical guidance to implementing partners to ensure activities are informed by global best practices and coordinated with other education initiatives. The DCOP’s role will have a major focus on achieving results and supporting implementing partners to deliver services on time and on budget. The DCOP will lead technical meetings and maintain positive relationships with donors, education officials, INGO partners, and sub-awardees. The DCOP will oversee technical specialists and, at times, act as the Chief of Party.

Minimum Requirements: 

Bachelor's degree or higher in education, international development, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
At least 12 years of experience supporting education projects in developing or conflict affected countries.
Experience supporting education in Burma or Southeast Asia is required. Experience with scholarship management and Higher Education Institutions in the region is highly preferred.
Strong knowledge of, and commitment to, gender and social equity issues in education.

Demonstrated experience developing and implementing education programming that is flexible and responsive to changing needs.
Experience providing international exchange programs, scholarship programs, or formal and/or non-formal Higher Education services.
Must have at least five years of progressively more responsible supervisory experience that involves direct leadership of professional and support staff as well as oversight and evaluation of staff performance.
Demonstrated success in managing sub-contracts/sub-grants with international consortiums, local organizations, and community-based groups.
Strong understanding of monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) activities and experience working with MEL counterparts to measure, learn from and adapt programming.

Ability to respond to donor needs on MEAL, and to latch those to any pivots in the context regarding down turns or improvements in the operating context.
Experience managing large scale activities including conducting strategic planning, work planning, contingency planning and report writing.
Demonstrated knowledge of United States Government rules, regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to project and program compliance and reporting.
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic political context with multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors.
Ability to forecast needs in the education sector as it relates not only to student learning but with regard to civic stability.