Position Type: US-based Staff
ECODIT is an international development firm working with governments, businesses, and local communities to advance environmentally- and socially-responsible development around the world. We provide technical assistance services ranging from quick-turnaround assessments and evaluations to design and implementation of long-term multi-million-dollar projects. Since its founding in 1993, ECODIT has provided professional services through more than 250 projects/contracts to diverse clients in 50+ countries. Building on our track record of success, we have continuously expanded the depth and breadth of our expertise in the water and sanitation, energy, environment, and governance sectors.
Responsibilities:
ECODIT seeks qualified Chief of Party (COP) candidates for the anticipated USAID Water Security, Sanitation and Hygiene (WSSH) Data & Analytics Activity . USAID seeks to transform the best global WSSH data available into actionable insights that can accelerate progress toward the U.S. Government’s Global Water Strategy and USAID’s Water and Development Plan; help decision-makers leverage insights to enhance decisions; and do so in a way that strengthens the global WSSH data ecosystem for all actors. The purpose of IDEAL WSSH is to support USAID stakeholders to make evidence-informed routine WSSH related decisions. To achieve this goal, WSSH Data & Analytics will have the following four primary objectives:
· Objective 1: Strengthening the WSSH Data Landscape
· Objective 2: Supporting Data-Informed Decisions
· Objective 3: Monitoring WSSH Acceleration Resulting from USAID’s System Strengthening Work
· Objective 4: Providing Tailored, Evidence-Informed Decision Support
The COP will oversee all strategic, technical, and operational aspects for the Activity, and will act as the main point of contact between USAID, ECODIT, and partner organizations. The COP will be critical to ensuring timely communication and collaboration on a range of complex tasks, and ensuring timely and accurate submission of high-quality deliverables that respond to USAID’s priorities and expectations. The COP will report to ECODIT’s WADI II IDIQ Manager and work on a day-to-day basis with the Home Office Project Manager (HOPM) in Arlington, VA. S/he will be ideally based in the U.S., preferably in the Washington, DC area.
Specifically, the COP will:
· Lead overall technical, financial, and administrative leadership of the Activity, ensuring that all tasks are implemented effectively and that all deliverables are submitted on time, within budget, and in compliance with applicable United States Government (USG) regulations and ECODIT policies;
· Represent ECODIT in external fora, working groups, and engagements, as needed to facilitate program success;
· Guarantee the highest level of client satisfaction and safeguard ECODIT’s reputation in the Water Office, the Bureau of Resilience and Food Security, and the
development space in general;
· Integrate program management components across all activities including monitoring and evaluation; communications and outreach; and procurement;
· Ensure compliance with all contract provisions over the life of the project;
· Identify and execute strategies to build viable and sustained relationships with key stakeholders;
· Liaise regularly with USAID to ensure responsiveness to client needs and engage in adaptive management for program success;
· Liaise on a regular basis with the ECODIT HOPM who will coordinate HO management support to the project team, including technical and editorial review of project deliverables prior to submission to USAID, support in identifying and fielding short-term technical assistance (STTA) consultants, and procurement and contract management in compliance with internal ECODIT policies and procedures as well as client regulations;
· Manage partners and subcontractors to implement the Activity work plans;
· Supervise technical and administrative/finance (if any) personnel; and
· Perform other tasks and duties as necessary for the success of the project.
Minimum Qualifications:
· A Masters’ Degree in Water and Sanitation, Data Science/Analytics, International Development, International Affairs, or a related field;
· A minimum of 10 years of technical and management experience leading projects focused on WSSH, data management and analysis, knowledge management and learning, or a related field;
· Demonstrated experience assembling, leading, and supervising diverse project teams for complex donor-financed projects;
· Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with a wide network of partners and stakeholders;
· Highly developed interpersonal skills, and analytical and problem-solving skills;
· Exceptional oral and written communication skills in English;
· Ability and authorization to work in the United States.
Additional/Preferred Qualifications:
· Experience working with or delivering services to the USAID Center for WSSH at the Bureau for Resilience and Food Security
· Knowledge and understanding of the US Global Water Strategy and USAID Water and Development Plan
· Experience working with USAID Missions to secure their interest in buying into existing contracts to obtain specific technical assistance services and deliver such buy-in services
· Fluency in a relevant foreign language (e.g., Arabic, French, Portuguese)
Please note that positions are contingent upon contract award. Applications will be received and reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants who fail to meet the application criteria may be disqualified. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional and career development within a reputable small business poised for significant growth. Compensation is commensurate with background and experience. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV immediately. ECODIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only select candidates will be contacted; no phone calls or emails please.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ECODIT provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant that requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process and need an alternative method for applying, please email us at recruiter@ecodit.com . Please reference the position in your email. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a requisition number will not receive a response.
ECODIT is an Equal Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.
