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Summary

Blumont is looking to identify a Chief of Party (CoP) for future work in Ethiopia The anticipated 5-year program is funded by U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The goal of the program is to accelerate the expansion and sustainability of climate-resilient water services and the adoption of key hygiene and sanitation practices in targeted pastoralist areas.

The CoP is a senior leadership position and will provide overall strategic direction in the design, management, implementation and quality assurance of the project. S/he will also provide technical assistance. The CoP will be Blumont’s primary point of contact with USAID and all relevant stakeholders. S/he will collaborate with the relevant Ministries and other critical partners to provide high-level support for effective capacity building at the local level and sustainability of the project interventions. The CoP will oversee a team of experts and support staff, prepare reports and annual operating plans, align project initiatives with in-country priorities, and ensure the program is compliant with USAID and Blumont’s regulations.

Job Requirements:

Other duties include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare strategic plans, annual and quarterly work plans, and overall management of the program in line with USAID guidelines
• Lead start up activities including offices establishment and team recruitment
• Ensure technical compliance with the agreement/contract with USAID and timely delivery of project activities
• Oversee systems for project reporting, monitoring and evaluation, financial management, and personnel and procurement to ensure that program results are met
• Proven leadership and organizational skills; demonstrated success managing and coordinating large and disparate work groups
• Ensure proper financial management, procurement, human resources and logistics management in compliance with Blumont’s policies
• Create a positive working environment for all staff and ensure fair professional growth and training opportunities for team members
• Facilitates collaborative partnerships between relevant donors and stakeholders
• Represent Blumont and the project before USAID and in coordination meetings with national institutions and international donors
• Work with the project’s security focal person and Blumont’s regional security focal person to develop and maintain systems that promote the safety and security of all team members
• Support identification of growth opportunities in the region
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Master’s Degree required in water supply and sanitation, public health, business administration, international development or a related advanced degree
• Minimum of 10 years of experience designing, implementing, and managing complex WASH projects, climate resilience, and/or governance programs in developing countries
• Professional experience managing relationships with senior-level officials and staff in government agencies, international donor organizations, civil society and private sector in developing countries, experience in Ethiopia is preferred.
• Proven success serving in a leadership role for a project addressing issues related to water supply and sanitation
• Knowledge of and familiarity with USAID program requirements, and their policies and regulations
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills and ability to build strong relationships with host governments’ institutions, local and international NGOs, and donors
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English is required.
• Ethiopian citizens are encouraged to apply.