Chief of Party, Regional Intergovernmental Organization Systems Strengthening Activity at Management Systems International

Position Summary:
This position will provide technical and managerial oversight to all institutional strengthening activities in support of (RIGO). The ideal candidate is envisioned to have a solid track-record in leading projects related to international development. The candidate will be a development professional with at least 15 years of international development programming and management experience, with the ability to recruit and supervise short-term U.S., third country and local experts and strong experience in monitoring & evaluation, preferably of USAID projects. The Chief of Party will be MSI's primary representative in the field and must be capable of representing MSI effectively to USAID, the Government of Kenya and other stakeholders. This position will be situated in Nairobi. Kenya.

**This position is contingent upon continued donor funding

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for day-to-day management and oversight of the economic growth and institutional strengthening activities.
• Oversee performance analyses.
• Provide overall leadership for the implementation of the project while ensuring compliance with USAID requirements and regulations and MSI policies and procedures.
• Oversee fulfillment of all contract delivery requirements including reports.
• Manage and supervise the work of project personnel and subcontractors to achieve project objectives and targets, and ensure timely implementation.
• Oversee internal management of the project including budget, procurement and security serve as principal liaison with USAID, counterparts, and stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 15 years of international experience.
• Master's degree in public administration, international relations, economics, business administration, law or a related field.
• Substantial technical experience, working within public sector institutions is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience as Chief of party, or equivalent for USAID projects is preferred.
• Demonstrated strong leadership, management, resourcefulness, and integrity.
• Knowledge of relevant federal regulations and procedures is preferred.
• English fluency required.
• Experience working on donor-funded activities preferred.
• Experience working with senior level government officials is required.