Location:

Erbil, Iraq
Salary:

negotiable / YEAR
Job type:

FULL_TIME
Posted:

2 months ago
Category:

Management and Strategy
Deadline:

06/08/2024

JOB DESCRIPTION

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action – helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future. We help people overcome poverty and conflict. Working with communities, we leverage local logic to help people transform their lives. To grow more food, earn higher incomes and ultimately advocate for their needs. We see global challenges as an invitation to pioneer innovative, sustainable solutions

JOB SUMMARY

The DCOP will assist the Chief of Party (COP) in project oversight, managing for results, technical, administrative, operational, and logistical management of the project. This includes oversight of the overall technical approaches, local partners, and day-to-day implementation of all project objectives. The DCOP will supervise a cadre of program and technical staff and ensure accountability to Mercy Corps policies as well as all donor rules and regulations. The DCOP will also have technical experience in one or more of the following areas and be able to provide strong technical inputs: CSO capacity building, civic engagement, and/or governance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

STRATEGY AND VISION

In collaboration with the COP, co-lead development of a vision and strategy for ICEA shared with program staff and stakeholders.

Work with the COP and the Technical Leads to create a coherent and integrated overall implementation strategy that is shared with the program team, local partners, and key stakeholders.

TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP

Oversee the local partnership strategy.

Provide technical leadership in the development and implementation of strategies, interventions, and activities that address the program’s results.

Ensure technical compliance with USAID rules and regulations, and adherence to grant agreement

Integrate locally-driven approaches, gender sensitivity, and capacity building into all activities, as appropriate. Ensure interventions adhere to Mercy Corps’ Gender Policy, Do No Harm principles, and program participant accountability standards.

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

In collaboration with the COP, ensure implementation is on time, target, and budget, using effective M&E and CLA systems to assess impact. Support the COP in establishing a program management structure that favors integration among technical sectors.

Oversee program and technical start-up and ongoing program management and administration of teams across various field locations.

Lead the development of detailed implementation plans, flowing from annual strategic work- plans, and ensure the delivery of the same.

Oversee the daily implementation of the local partnerships team and Hub offices where technical staff are based.

Coordinate with procurement, logistics, security, administration, and human resources teams to ensure operational systems support field activities.

In collaboration with the ICEA MEL team, monitor implementation through regular site visits and assessments to ensure program quality and impact. Ensure documenting of program achievements and dissemination of lessons learned best practices.

Oversee administration and performance of local sub-grants, including planning, implementation, and compliance.

Provide reviews and input for program documents, including quarterly and annual reports, and other internal and USAID reporting.

Fulfill Mercy Corps’ Program Management Minimum Standards based on the organization-wide guide.

TEAM MANAGEMENT

Oversee recruitment and onboarding of the program staff and consultants including direct oversight of local partnerships team.

Develop the capacity of the team, deepen understanding of staff roles, and assist with career development.

Provide team members with information, tools, and resources to improve performance and reach objectives.

Promote staff accountability, communicate expectations, and provide constructive feedback informally and formally via regular one-on-one meetings and performance reviews.

Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.

REPRESENTATION

Represent Mercy Corps at government, donor, NGO, and other relevant events, in close coordination with the Country Director.

Coordinate activities with consortium partners, sub-grantees, local government, and other implementers, as well as with other Mercy Corps programs.

FINANCE & COMPLIANCE

Ensure compliance with USAID and Mercy Corps’ regulations.

Create and maintain systems to ensure effective and transparent use of financial resources for timely and informative reporting in line with program, donor, and Mercy Corps’ needs.

Ensure sound financial management, including programmatic budgeting, spending projections, and monitoring of payments in compliance with USAID standards.

SECURITY & RISK MANAGEMENT

Work closely with the country team’s security focal point to develop and maintain systems that promote the safety and security of all team members.

Ensure that activities are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security.

REQUIREMENTS

5 years of progressive professional experience managing civil society strengthening/civic engagement programs in similar contexts.

Experience working with youth groups and emerging social movements preferred.

3 years of experience in a staff management position, preferably for medium ($10+ million) USAID-funded activities.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a proven ability to network and maintain effective working relationships with diverse actors including CSOs, civic groups, community- based organizations, media, academia, political parties, government, the private sector, and donors

Experience managing diverse multi-lingual teams located in different geographic locations

Experience with and commitment to locally led development approaches (e.g., co-creation, micro-grant making, cultivating collective action practices)

Experience with and commitment to adaptive management processes

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Iraq’s complex political, governance, and conflict dynamics preferred.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Familiarity with USAID rules, regulations, and requirements preferred.

Success Factors
A successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to lead and communicate effectively with team members and other stakeholders of varied work styles and cultures, follow procedures and meet deadlines with flexibility and creativity in planning and problem solving. This position requires an ability to think creatively about civic engagement to strengthen inclusive, peaceful, and responsive governance. They will have a proven ability to learn quickly, multi-task, prioritize, take initiative, and be accountable for results, understand the larger picture while remaining focused on the details, problem solving, work within a complex and sensitive setting and to follow laws and security protocols. The most successful Mercy Corps team members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.

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