• Added Date: Wednesday, 09 October 2024
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FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in civil society, peacebuilding, health, nutrition, education, economic development, environment, and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,500 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities, and countries we serveโ€“improving lives for millions.

FHI 360 is currently recruiting for the position of Chief of Party (COP) based in Lima, Peru to support an anticipated USAID-funded project aimed at strengthening the organizational capacities of current and future local implementing partners in Peru. The project will assess organizational capacities in close collaboration with local partners, co-create institutional strengthening plans, and provide technical assistance to improve priority areas for improvement. This project is anticipated to last five years, between 2025-2029.

Employment is contingent upon successful award of the project to FHI 360, as well as USAID approval of the finalist.

Job Summary:

The Chief of Party (COP) will provide overall leadership, management and general technical direction of the entire activity, ensuring an integrated vision among different Results and actors, and a focus on achieving the overall project objectives. This individual shall act as the key liaison between USAID and all other counterparts, associations, private sector owners, implementing partners and Government of Colombia officials involved with the Activity. The COP will be expected to identify issues and risks related to program implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate program adjustments. The COP will supervise activity implementation and ensure the activity meets stated goals and reporting requirements. The position requires significant coordination and interpersonal skills, and an understanding of the role that national and local systems play in the prevention of human rights violations. The COP must serve as the primary point of contact with USAID regarding to day-to-day implementation and management matters relating to the contract.

The COP will report to FHI 360โ€™s Portfolio Director for Latin America and the Caribbean.

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