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About the Position

Dexis is seeking an experienced Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) to lead an anticipated multi-year program in East Africa.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

The Deputy Chief of Party is responsible for supporting the Chief of Party (COP) and serving as the secondary or alternate liaison with USAID. The DCOP will support the COP in all aspects of project management, will serve as Acting COP as needed, and will provide technical direction for activities under the project..

• Serve as technical specialist related to the scope of the project and provide nuanced knowledge of the East African context.
• Support the COP in developing and maintaining effective partnerships with counterparts, including a broad range of government institutions.
• Coordinate with the technical and administrative teams to develop, implement, and modify annual work plans and detailed budgets.
• Oversee and participate in the drafting of project deliverables, including annual plans/reports, quarterly reports, MEL plans, success stories, and additional deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with USAID, USG, and company regulations.
• Provide inputs into capacity development activities, including grants, recommending adaptations based on lessons learned. 
• Identify successful practices and learning that can be showcased in publications, communication materials, and conferences with USAID and the broader development community. 
• Serve as the Acting Chief of Party when so appointed.

Qualifications 

• A bachelor's degree with ten (10) years’ experience in the development field.
• Excellent interpersonal and intercultural skills with demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively with a wide range of staff and stakeholders. 
• Experience working with senior government officials and building consensus among diverse actors.
• Experience leading technical teams implementing complex activities in the desired sectors.  
• Proficiency in English required.
• Prior experience working in East Africa highly preferred.

Dexis is on a mission to help solve today’s most pressing global political, social, and economic challenges and create a world where all people are safe and prosperous. As a Dexis employee, you will be challenged, empowered, and mentored. Our motto is “find a way or make a way” — that’s how Dexis goes “all in.” How will you? 

If you are passionate about this opportunity, apply now!

Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.

Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, military service, veteran status, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other protected class under applicable law.

 

As part of a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, Dexis provides healthcare insurance in addition to other staff welfare benefits and perks.

 

If you are hired for a position that is paid from the Dexis home office, you will be required to submit proof that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine unless you qualify for a legally recognized medical or religious exception to the vaccine requirement. This does not apply to AL, AZ, FL, KS, MT, NH, ND, or TX residents.