Chief of Party – LAC – Regional Fund to Expand Inclusive Access to Quality Basic Education

Company Description

Education Development Center (EDC) is a global nonprofit that advances lasting solutions to improve education, promote health, and expand economic opportunity. Since 1958, we have been a leader in designing, implementing, and evaluating powerful and innovative programs in more than 80 countries around the world.

EDC promotes equity and access to high quality education and health services and products that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. We support an inclusive workplace culture that embraces many perspectives and broadens our understanding of the communities we serve, enhancing and enriching our work.

Job Description

The Chief of Party (COP) is responsible for overall and day-to-day management of award activities, involving multiple tasks across multiple locations. Demonstrates high-level strategic vision for advancing desired outcomes outlined in the Program Description, excellent management skills and leadership of complex projects. Provides effective technical and project management guidance and coordination to the overall project team and is responsible for the quality of all work products. Organizes, directs, and coordinates the planning and production of all award support activities, effectively leveraging partners’ expertise. Responsible for staffing, project planning, project financials, and staff direction and oversight. Maintains and manages the relationship with USAID. 

Qualifications

The candidate for the position of Chief of Party shall have at a minimum the following qualifications:

Education:

• Master's degree in financial or operational management, education, development, or a related field required.

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years experience working in fund management, organizational management education, and/or international development;
• Minimum of three years experience in directing or managing a fund or other large international development programs in education or other relevant fields.
• Minimum of 5 years experience demonstrating strong leadership skills and experience in managing large teams across multiple partner organizations, as well as working in politically sensitive contexts.
• The Chief of Party must demonstrate skills in problem solving, consensus building, and coordination of diverse interests and institutions.

Language:

Must be professionally proficient and fluent in written and spoken English. Spanish is highly preferred.

Additional Information

Due to the volume of applications submitted, only finalists will be notified. No phone calls, please.

EDC is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.