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Pact, a non-profit organization based in Washington, DC, is implementing a USAID-funded project, Sajhedari Bikaas, aimed at empowering local communities to direct their own development in the Mid and Far West Regions of Nepal. Pact is looking for a highly competent Nepali citizen to fill the following position based in Nepalgunj:

Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP)1

Organisation Name :Pact
Organisation Type :NGO / INGO / Development Projects
Published on :The Himalayan Times
Published Date :July 10, 2014
Category :NGO / INGO / Social work
Job Type :Full Time
Job Level :senior
Educational :Master
No. of Vacancies :1
Job Location :Nepalgunj
Apply Before :July 25, 2014 [10 days left]

Educational Description

  • Minimum Master’s degree in a relevant field

Job Specification

  • At least 10 years of relevant experience (or equivalent)
  • Experience managing large donor-funded programs with demonstrated capacity to create and/or maintain complex systems and procedures involving multiple implementation sites, multiple partners, and diverse beneficiaries.
  • Ability to provide the financial management and oversight necessary to successfully execute a large-scale program.
  • In depth knowledge of USAID and/ or other donor regulations, systems and procedures.
  • Diplomacy and negotiation skills that demonstrate ability to collaborate and coordinate with a range of stakeholders and complex priorities.
  • Fluent in English and Nepali with proficiency in other local languages desirable.

Job Description

  • The DCOP is responsible for assisting with the overall coordination and management of the project. S/he is responsible for assisting the Chief of Party (COP) to meet the project‘s technical objectives, manage financial resources, manage program staff, manage partnering agreements, maintain good working relationships with host government officials and local partners, manage donor reporting, and ensure high-quality delivery of services.
  • The Deputy Chief of Party reports to the COP.
Specific Duties
  • Under the guidance of the COP, ensure high-quality technical programming through hands-on guidance and support grounded in the program's strategic objectives and adhering to expected) technical quality and reporting requirements.
  • Participate in the technical and programmatic design of award and partner programs; represent Pact in negotiating with donors and partners.
  • Assist with project planning, including the production of annual workplans; help guide and oversee the alignment of the budget to expected results, and review annual budgets and quarterly reports _
  • Ensure the cost-effective use of Pact resources.
  • Ensure compliance with HQ and donor requirements, policies, and regulations
  • Under the guidance of the COP, act as liaison to relevant donors and the local government.
  • As relevant, manage all local grantmaking mechanisms, ensuring compliance with donor regulations and Pact policy; coordinate and/ or conduct monitoring visits to grantee programs.
  • Provide training and mentoring to partners to strengthen capacity for technical service delivery and compliance with donor rules and regulations.
  • Take the lead in drafting donor reports, including Quarterly and Annual reports to USAID and other required reports/ assessments.
  • Under the guidance of the COP, help recruit and directly supervise local project staff in line with Pact HR policies; oversee the management and development of project office human resources to ensure a diverse, skilled, and productive workforce, an effective leadership team, and an organizational culture where Pact's values are practiced.
  • Serve as Acting COP in the COP‘s absence.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Specific Requirement

  • Pact provides a competitive compensation package based on prior experience and salary history.

Apply Instructions

To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV to PactNepalRecruit@Pactworld.org. Applications must be in by COB on Friday, July 25, 2014. Only shortlisted candidates will be called or an interview. Phone calls will not be entertained.
Women and persons from marginalized and disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply.