Deputy Chief of Party BRICC Education Project

Deputy Chief of Party, BRICC Education Project
Primary Responsibilities:

• Work under the leadership of the COP to support the technical teams in the implementation of the program to improve the quality of basic education, develop primary and secondary school opportunities, expand access to vocational education, create safe school environments, strengthen education governance, and support IDPs;
• Provide technical direction and guidance to the technical team members, working with the COP to craft technically sound approaches to the TO tasks;
• Support development of implementation strategies and work plans, coordinate the day-to-day management of technical staff and technical management of the program with the field offices;
• Facilitate knowledge management, communications, and information flow for program implementation;
• Supports timely report preparation, including quarterly and annual reports and ensures compliance in reporting to USAID and the home office;
• Maintains a working knowledge of work plan budgets and expenditures, and assists the technical teams to set up and implement appropriate systems for program implementation;
• Builds strong technical team management structure that enable teams to function productively and collegially with program partners and stakeholders; and
• Represents the project in meetings and events in the absence of the COP.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A Masters’ degree or higher in relevant field such as education, social sciences, or development studies;
• At least 7 years of experience in education in conflict programs ;
• At least 7 years of management experience on large, complex programs;
• Demonstrated experience in the education sector in Syria is preferred, with a focus education systems, strategic planning and implementation, education reform and national-level quality improvement;
• Knowledge of basic education system technical issues;
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills;
• Remote management and grants oversight skills; and
• Oral and written fluency in English and Arabic.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience with USAID projects is desired.