Chief of Party - Ghana Youth Activity at Plan International

About The Job

• Plan International is seeking a Chief of Party (COP) for the anticipated USAID-funded Ghana Youth Activity. 

Position Description:

• The COP will oversee all aspects of this project, leading strategic planning and decision making, providing technical guidance, overseeing activities of the sub-recipients, and supervising staff. 
• Serving as the key liaison with USAID, Ministries, implementing partners and other stakeholders, the COP will also establish and maintain an integrated vision among different actors while ensuring adherence to all project objectives, performance requirements, and donor regulations. 
• S/he will oversee coordination of field operations and ensure that activities are meeting USAID and Plan standards. 
• The position is contingent upon award of the project by the donor.

Responsibilities:

• Provide overall technical and managerial oversight and leadership for the project
• Design and direct program activities in consultation with USAID and key stakeholders
• Lead a team of technical experts, advisors, local partners, and other project staff
• Serve as the primary in-country point of contact with USAID, partner organizations, national government stakeholders, and other donors and implementers
• Ensure efficient and compliant management of financial resources
• Oversee management, delivery, and monitoring of sub-grants
• Supervise field operations, administration, logistics and procurement
• Supervise program monitoring, evaluation, and reporting and ensure quality control and timeliness of all deliverables as required by the grant and donors
• Assure full compliance with all USAID, Plan, and other fiduciary regulations

Requirements:

• A Master’s degree or higher in international development, education, public policy, social sciences, or related field and ten (10) years of work experience, or work experience of 15 years
• Previous experience with planning and implementing USAID funded projects, preferably in Ghana or West Africa
• Substantial experience and knowledge working in youth development, including experience engaging with the private sector and other stakeholders using a positive youth development approach
• Demonstrated knowledge of gender transformative programming and experience in implementing programs with gender-focused components
• Proven leadership qualities, excellent program and personnel management skills
• Fluency in English and excellent oral and written skills required