Deputy Chief of Party

Ónix HR Consulting; Buenos Aires; Presencial; USD 60.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Deputy Chief of Party to lead a multi-year Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Activity. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in performance monitoring and evaluation, particularly in USAID-funded projects. The successful candidate will oversee technical assistance, manage evaluations, and facilitate learning activities. If you are passionate about making a difference through effective monitoring and evaluation, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to impactful international development work.

Formación

• 10+ years of experience in similar roles, including 4 years on USAID-funded activities.
• Advanced degree in relevant fields required.

Responsabilidades

• Lead performance monitoring and oversee technical work related to MEL.
• Design and conduct evaluations, surveys, and assessments.

Conocimientos

Program Performance Monitoring

Data Analysis

Evaluation Design

Survey Design

Collaborating, Learning, and Adapting (CLA)

Educación

Advanced Degree in International Relations

Advanced Degree in Economics

Advanced Degree in Public Policy

Descripción del empleo

About Us

International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a U.S.-based international development consulting company established in 1987, has worked in over 100 countries and implemented over 300 projects. IBTCI serves government agencies, private sector companies, and donor agencies. IBTCI specializes in monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning (MERL) and institutional support across various sectors including conflict and crisis, democracy and governance, agriculture, economic growth, food security, education, environment, and global health.

Job Title

Deputy Chief of Party

Department/Location

Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Reports To

Chief of Party

Type

Regular Full-Time

Classification

Exempt

Clearance Required

N/A

Overview

IBTCI is seeking a technical Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for an anticipated multi-year Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Activity in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The purpose of the USAID MEL Activity is to provide monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL), and collaborating, learning, and adapting (CLA) support services to USAID/Bosnia’s technical offices and implementing partners. The DCOP will lead technical assistance, review Activity-level MEL Plans, assist in Data Quality Assessments, serve as acting COP as needed, and lead activity reporting.

This position is contingent upon USAID award and will be based in Sarajevo. Local applicants and expatriates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Performance Monitoring (50%): Provide oversight of technical work related to performance monitoring, lead design and analysis, assist in developing and maintaining the PMP, support MEL plan development, design data verification techniques, manage and mentor field monitors, and advise on adherence to activity interventions.
2. Design and conduct evaluations, surveys, assessments, and special studies (25%): Oversee evaluations, manage assessments, contribute to methodology design, and ensure quality of reports.
3. Collaborating, Learning, and Adapting (CLA) (15%): Facilitate CLA activities, review reporting methods, conduct training, and lead knowledge capture and activity reporting.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in similar roles, including 4 years on USAID-funded activities.
• Knowledge of USG-funded program policies, regulations, and procedures preferred.
• Advanced degree in international relations, economics, statistics, public policy, research methods, or related field.
• Senior experience in program performance monitoring, evaluations, survey design, and data analysis.
• Experience in implementing CLA at activity level.
• Proficiency in English; Bosnian or equivalent language preferred.

Education

Advanced degree in a relevant field required.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Familiarity with USAID policies and procedures.