Deputy Chief of Party at Management Systems International

Position Summary:

The DCOP will provide monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) technical guidance and management oversight as designated by the COP to the MSI team on all tasks. They will provide the overall technical direction to MSI’s team on monitoring mythology and data analysis. They will be responsible for the design of the monitoring plan, data collection tools, leading engagement with implementing partners (IPs), and ensuring integrity of data and the overall monitoring system. The DCOP will have excellent oral and written English communication skills, analytic skills, interpersonal skills, and team management skills. They will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and will report to the COP.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• A master’s degree and/or Ph.D. is highly desirable.
• Seven (7) years of experience related to MEAL, including four (4) years of field-based experience.
• At least five (5) years of supervisory experience managing staff and/or subcontractors working on MEAL projects, including TPM.
• Previous experience conducting quantitative and qualitative field research in a complex emergency setting.
• Familiarity with issues related to the implementation of humanitarian assistance activities for refugees and IDPs, food aid, and multi-sector humanitarian assistance in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Familiarity with the operations of BHA-funded programs in Somalia is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Technical capability to oversee quality control on TPM and analytical work products.
• Excellent oral and written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and team management skills.