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Chief of Party - Higher Education Program in Lebanon
Location:
Beirut
Description:
Chief of Party (CoP) Higher Education Program - Lebanon World Learning is a leading international non-profit organization advancing education, systems strengthening, and inclusive development through programming around the world. We are seeking an experienced Chief of Party (CoP) for an anticipated USAID-funded Higher Education program in Lebanon focused on providing technical assistance and institutional capacity building to local higher education institutions and to key official higher education entities in areas such as strategic planning, administrative and financial management, and collaboration with other stakeholders, to improve their effectiveness at the system level and to develop linkages with the private productive sector, with international HEIs, and among local HEIs, not excluding the public/private alliances. The Chief of Party will be responsible for technical leadership and provide administrative oversight of the implementation of all components under this program. S/he will serve as World Learning's principal liaison to the donor. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of strong leadership, organizational management, exemplary communication skills; be politically savvy with the ability to solve problems quickly while ensuring program quality and integrity; be a dynamic individual and seasoned director who is experienced in managing project implementation partnerships, coordinating with government entities, partner organizations, and program stakeholders; and able to work effectively and respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Strong track record of effective management in Lebanon or the Middle East region strongly desired. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project. Base of designation is expected to be Beirut, Lebanon. Responsibilities Provide overall leadership, management, and strategic direction for the program; In conjunction with USAID and World Learning HQ, determine annual priorities, develop work plans, and ensure program responds to changing conditions and operating environments; Oversee program administration, implementation, and fiscal management to ensure financial activity aligns with budget allocations, internal policies, and USAID regulations; Oversee and monitor quality of all program activities, and ensure reports, work plans, and other program deliverables are timely and of high quality; Serve as overall communications/liaison with the donor, implementing partners, and key stakeholders including government representatives of Lebanon; Report regularly to World Learning HQ, providing timely updates of all situational, security, and program developments; Manage and supervise team of local and international staff and consultants; Represent World Learning at conferences, working groups, and meetings; Other responsibilities as assigned. Requirements Master's degree in a relevant field required, with a PhD strongly preferred; Experience in managing USAID projects with budgets in $10 million - $25 million range; with experience as a Chief of Party, Country Director, or Deputy for a project of similar scope and complexity, preferably in Lebanon or the region; A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in management of donor-funded projects related to capacity development, higher education systems strengthening, and/or youth workforce development and employment; experience managing projects with small grants preferred; Demonstrated knowledge and application of relevant USAID policies and strategies, including USAID's Education Policy; Private Sector Engagement Policy; Gender Equality and Female Empowerment Policy; Positive Youth Development; Youth Policy; and Collaborating, Learning, and Adapting Framework; Knowledge of political, social, economic, and development context of Lebanon required; Demonstrated knowledge of USAID rules, regulations, and reporting requirements; demonstrated knowledge establishing systems and leading project start-up under limited time constraints; Excellent communication and diplomatic skills with track record of collaborative and responsive management; Professional level of verbal and written fluency in English and Arabic required and French preferred ; Strong leadership and personnel management skills; Commitment to inclusive development programming that brings to bear the talents of women, youth, minorities, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQI+ persons. Vaccination is strongly recommended for all employees in our U.S. offices except for those receiving medical or religious exemptions. If boosters are subsequently recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) then employees and faculty will be recommended to receive the booster within thirty (30) days of their eligibility. Benefits World Learning provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, FSA/HRA, Life/AD&D, Short Term/Long Term Disability, EAP, Parking and Transit, 403 (b) retirement plan (when applicable) for full-time and eligible part-time employees. The World Learning Inc. Family For more than 90 years, World Learning Inc. is a thriving global organization made up of The Experiment in International Living, the nation's most experienced provider of international education through exchanges for high school students; School for International Training, offering accredited undergraduate study abroad programs through SIT Study Abroad and internationally focused master's degrees through SIT Graduate Institute; and World Learning, a global development and exchange nonprofit organization. World Learning | worldlearning.org World Learning has worked to create a more sustainable, peaceful, and just world. World Learning's education, development, and exchange programs help people find their voices, connect with their communities, strengthen the institutions that form the backbone of a democratic society, and build relationships across cultures. With World Learning's support, these emerging leaders tackle critical global issues like poverty, conflict, and inequality. The Experiment in International Living | experiment.org The Experiment in International Living is the nation's most experienced provider of international education through exchanges for high school students. For more than 90 years, The Experiment has empowered young people to step off the beaten path, experience the world as a classroom, immerse themselves fully in another culture, and build the knowledge and skills needed to confront critical global issues. SIT | sit.edu School for International Training (SIT) was founded in the early 1960s as a training center for the first Peace Corps volunteers. For nearly 60 years, SIT has prepared students to be effective changemakers and global citizens through experiential education focused on the world's most critical global issues. SIT Study Abroad offers accredited summer and semester undergraduate programs in Africa, Asia and the Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, as well as comparative programs on multiple continents. SIT Graduate Institute offers global and hybrid certificates, master's, and doctoral degrees. An organizational commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and access. We are a globally diverse community of staff, faculty, board members, alumni, students, and participants who believe that inclusive and equitable practices are at the heart of a peaceful and just world. Each of us strives to honor diverse voices and lived experiences, examine our own biases and privileges, actively work to address inequities in our structures, and foster a community of open dialogue. We are committed to acting with accountability, transparency, reciprocity, authenticity, and empathy. World Learning is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action/veterans/ADA employer, committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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