Deputy Chief of Party at Kenya Community Development Foundation

Key Responsibilities

•  Direct and oversee the USAID Ubora Mashinani technical and program operations.
•  Coordinate cross-sector linkages between the programEconomic Growth, WASH, Agriculture, Private Sector and Investment, Environment) at planning and ongoing basis.
•  Oversight program implementation with an eye on early identification and mitigation of risks related to program implementation.
•  Organize and direct the work of the program team and short-term technical assistance (STTA).
•  In collaboration with MEL, embed the CLA approach in implementation.
•  Take a keen interest and participate in progress meetings with LDO and other stakeholders. and material/ assets),
•  Ensure alignment of program implementation strategies with sound financial performance principles over the life of the project.
•  Collaborate with the Partnership and Liaison Manager in the development and implementation of robust LDO and private sector engagement plans, resource mobilization and community philanthropy, and catalyzing market linkages.
•  Ensure technical depth across the program’s technical results areas as per the objectives and ensure the mainstreaming of equity, diversity, and inclusion (DEI).

Minimum Requirements

•  Ten years’ experience in a senior role managing complex development programs of similar scope and dollar value (not less than $12 million).
•  Five years’ experience in USAID funded program
•  A minimum of five years of demonstrated experience in partnership building, community development, design, and implementation of development projects.
•  A master’s degree in related development studies (Economic Development, Public Management, Sociology, Community Development, Business Administration, or a related field relevant to the position requirements)
•  Knowledge of current activity implementation, delivery, and operations management approaches.
•  Demonstrable planning and organizational skills and adherence to program timelines.