International Resources Group, an Engility company, is currently seeking a Chief of Party (COP) for an anticipated USAID-funded water and sanitation activity in Nigeria.
Job Title: CHIEF OF PARTY – NIGERIA WATER AND SANITATION
ResponsibilitiesThe COP will be responsible for overall activity management, implementation, and oversight of the project. S/he will serve as the primary liaison to USAID. S/he will be a skilled project manager with proven ability to provide technical, financial, and administrative management of the project. S/he will have strong experience managing complex activities in Africa, preferably Nigeria. S/he will review and monitor contract reporting and deliverables, oversee the recruitment and engagement of technical staff, and coordinate with home office staff .
Minimum Tangible Qualifications
- Advanced degree in water resources management, environmental sanitation, water supply management, business administration, organizational development or other relevant field
- Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible international work experience required with significant management or supervisory roles
- Prior Chief of party or equivalent experience on projects of similar scope and size
- Firm understanding of the water and sanitation sector, its institutions, and strategies for sector strengthening and improvement
- Experience managing complex activities in Africa
Preferred Qualifications
- Direct experience in the water and sanitation sector in Africa preferred
- Experience on USAID projects preferred
- Nigeria experience preferred
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