Deputy Chief of Party (Deputy Project Director)

Country:	Philippines
City:	Manila
Req ID:	4408
Description
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Gender, Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Deputy Chief of Party (Deputy Project Director) in Manila, Philippines. Position Description: Based in Manila, Philippines, the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will support the Chief of Party in providing overall leadership for the project, directing all project activities and staff.    S/he will also serve as the external face to the project to the donor and the broader development community. The DCOP will be responsible for leading a broad spectrum of activities, including strategic planning, overall program execution and evaluation, technical thought leadership, communication and relationship management with key partners/stakeholders, facilitation of global knowledge sharing, and financial/human resource management.  The DCOP will ensure the program is well executed per high quality standards.  Specifically, the DCOP will: Works with the Chief of Party to manage and support all technical aspects of the project Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key partners, including the Philippines government and USAID Work with the project team to ensure program quality according to organization standards including all programs, tools and systems are implemented in an effective, efficient and integrated manner. Support development of annual work plans for timely submission to and approval by USAID to implement those plans. Provide technical leadership and guidance to support project Support program staff in identifying and assessing market need and feasibility for new products and services within existing payment areas; Support the COP in preparing annual budgets and assuring adequate budget control Supporting implementation of financial and administrative performance improvement recommendations. Ensuring that the project focus remains on achieving results and capitalize on synergies of project elements Manage complex and innovative programs Backstop technical specialists and other project staff Manage the day‐to‐day operations of the project. Knowledge and Skills Experience directing a multi-year, multi-million dollar development project; technical experience in ePayemnt systems Proven leadership ability with teams of diverse backgrounds in a matrixed environment. Experience in strategic communications, public relations, policy advocacy and media engagement. Experience in ePayments, financial services and m-money Exceptional communication and relationship management skills with a range of stakeholders Strong proven record with strategy development and analytical capacity building. Excellent problem solving, program management and program implementation skills. Maturity and ability to maintain composure under stressful situations and tight deadlines. Demonstrated relevant experience and background in ePayment development Proven track record of managing and implementing projects focusing on ePayment and financial services for the poor Minimum qualifications: Advanced degree in economics, business or related field 10 or more years of relevant, progressively responsible experience, with a proven track record of managing and implementing projects focusing on ePayment and financial services for the poor. Demonstrated experience in effectively backstopping and supporting long and short‐term technical specialists Technical expertise in ePayments, financial services for the poor, and mMoney are strongly desired. Superior project management skills Extensive and substantive international experience in working with counterparts at various levels of government, as well as with non-government organizations (including private sector associations/organizations) in managing international development assistance projects. FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center atwww.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.