Paraguay: Chief of Party, Democracy and Governance Project, USAID-CEAMSO, Asunción, Paraguay

Chief of Party, Democracy and Governance Project, USAID-CEAMSO, Asunción, Paraguay

Company Profile:

MSI is a Washington, DC metro area international development firm with a 30-year history of helping to deliver development results across the developing world. In 2008, we became the America’s operation of the international development arm of Coffey International Limited. Since that time, we have greatly expanded our ability to respond seamlessly and flexibly to client needs with our sister offices in the UK and Australia. We operate in some of the most challenging and political and economic climates in the world, including Pakistan, Afghanistan, South Sudan and Iraq. MSI currently employs 800 development experts in the fields of public sector management, monitoring and evaluation, governance and anti-corruption. For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.

Project Summary:

CEAMSO is a civil, technical and scientific interdisciplinary, non-profit organization contributing to the development of communities through social and environmental initiatives that promote respect for human rights and seek to build a more informed, organized and participatory society. The Democracy and Governance Program (PDG) funded by USAID is being implemented by the Centro de Estudios Ambientales y Sociales (CEAMSO).

The objective of this program is to improve the effectiveness of Paraguay’s government in developing management and governance systems in public institutions, as well as strengthening transparency and accountability mechanisms. The goal is to establish a clear path to achieving greater institutional capacity to respond to the needs and demands of its citizens, building a solidified base for democracy and the rule of law. To achieve this goal the project will focus in strengthening internal management and governance systems in core public institutions. The project will focus on key functions such as the civil service, public financial management, and internal controls. Four strategic objectives have been established:

1. Increased institutional capacity of select public institutions.
2. Strengthened accountability and anti-corruption efforts in select public institutions.
3. Advance the legal and policy framework for effective governance.
4. Strengthen the institutional development of CEAMSO to sustain all projects and accomplishments that will allow the advancement of democracy and good governance for Paraguay in the future.

Please note: Only Paraguayan Citizens citizens are eligible for this position.

Position Summary:

Responsible for implementing and achieving all goals and objectives with excellence and in compliance with the measures envisaged in the Democracy and Governance Program. Provide a strategic vision and acquire the necessary funds for the counterpart to continue in the fulfillment of the four goals.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, monitor and implement the four components of the Democracy and Governance Program.
• Recruit and supervise staff, evaluate the ongoing work performance, both technical and administrative, according to the policies established by CEAMSO and USAID.
• Coordinate policies for the program’s implementation with Paraguayan authorities, NGOs, USAID or other donors.
• Monitor and evaluate the program’s progress.
• Plan, review and approve the work plan and annual budget to ensure compliance.
• Review and approve the monthly and quarterly reports. Prepare and write the technical reports related to the implementation of the program for internal use of USAID and the government of Paraguay.
• Assume responsibility for the closing of the Project in 2018 in accordance with the policies of USAID and CEAMSO.
• Report to USAID and CEAMSO on the program’s implementation.
• Represent the program before Paraguay’s government authorities and USAID.
• Do on-site visits to the beneficiary organizations in order to monitor, evaluate and provide any recommendations.
• Organize and participate in the program’s activities such as workshops, seminars and any other events related to the project.
• Make statements to the press, in coordination with the Communications Coordinator for the program.
• Participate in meetings held by USAID and Paraguayan authorities.
• Represent CEAMSO and PDG, be an example in fulfilling the five CEAMSO values, which are: integrity, creativity, higher learning, respect for people and being results-oriented.
• Acquire funds for the counterpart and other related programs for the four components in order to provide continuity in program’s implementation.
• Manage the operational internal procedures and human, fiscal and financial resources with transparency to ensure a high level of efficiency and provide the basis for the excellent handling of the program.
• Commit to the program’s obligations by signing off on all sub-contracts and sub-grants during the program’s duration, as well as, any contracts with consultants and any other mechanisms that enforce the program, sub-contracts and sub-grants.
• As the person who signs off, this position is responsible for authorizing payments and overseeing the bank account in local currency, necessary for the program’s implementation.
• Review, approve and sign off on the memoranda of understanding, agreements or any other documents that need to be signed off with Paraguayan authorities, NGO or other institutions involved in the program.

Qualifications:

• PhD/Masters in public administration, government, law, public policy, finance, economics or political science.
• Must have at least 10 years of experience managing international programs, preferably with USAID or other international donors. Preferably a person who has worked as a Program Director, Deputy Chief of Party or similar positions.
• Experience overseeing a program budget of up to $10 million, with strategic planning, leadership, high quality and a multidisciplinary team.
• Possess excellent technical knowledge and ten years of experience in at least some of the four components.
• Knowledge of government operations, capacity building in local governments, public administration, citizen participation – and regional experience.
• Proven experience in developing and communicating a vision among partners and a multidisciplinary team. Possess an ease to build interpersonal relationships, working on a team and being dynamic, proactive and empathetic.
• Exhibit CEAMSO’s five values as the basis of their competence, which include: integrity, creativity, higher learning, respect for people and being results-oriented.
• Speaking and writing ability in both English and Spanish to fulfill the technical and management requirements of the program.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.

To apply: Please visit our website, www.msiworldwide.comor send CV and cover letter to the following email addresses: llamadoaconcurso@ceamso.org.py and llamadosceamso@gmail.com

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