Deputy Chief of Party – Primary Education in Crisis Activity in Ethiopia

Project Description

This Primary Education in Crisis Activity in Ethiopia will meet children’s essential demand for education in Ethiopia. The Activity’s purpose is: Improved learning outcomes, wellbeing, and systems resilience for most vulnerable primary school age children affected by crises in Ethiopia. Achievement of this objective is an essential ingredient for Ethiopia’s long-term stability and economic growth. This Activity will benefit from the robust partnership between USAID and The LEGO Foundation, as it is designed to be co-funded from both organizations. In addition to co-funding, the Activity will draw on the extensive expertise of both organizations in foundational skills and playful learning. 

Position Description

The DCOP assumes the responsibilities of the COP in the absence of the COP. S/he will take on additional technical, managerial, and/or coordination roles as necessary. S/he is knowledgeable about humanitarian assistance and service delivery approaches.

The candidate for the position of Deputy Chief of Party shall have at a minimum the following qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or higher in education, management, business administration, humanitarian assistance, development studies or related field.

Skills and Experience:

·    Minimum seven (7) years of experience in senior program management implementing international development activities in Ethiopia, with preference given to education, ECCE, and humanitarian assistance activities.