Natural Resource Governance Institute recrute 01 Chief of Party
Chief of Party, USAID TRACES Program
- Team: Regional Programs
- Location: Dakar, Senegal
- Position Type: Fixed Term – Project End Date
- Project End Date: 20th September 2026
- Hours per week: 40 hours
- Salary: XOF 46,110,737,44
- Application Closing Date: April 27th, 2023
- Interview week commencing May 3rd, 2023.
Please submit a CV and Cover letter in English outlining your interest and key relevant skills in relation to the key responsibilities of this role. please note that any incomplete applications will not be considered.
About this opportunity
NRGI has commenced a four-year program in Senegal with the support of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and in partnership with Senegalese civil society organizations Forum Civil and ONG-3D to promote transparency and accountability in the country’s oil, gas and mining sectors. This program is one of the most significant current efforts to enhance sustainable management of these key economic sectors and to promote long-term equitable development in Senegal. The Chief of Party will serve as lead of the Transparency and Accountability in the Extractive Sector (TRACES) program and team. She/He will lead, supervise, coordinate and contribute to the implementation of TRACES program, including:
- Overall process of TRACES management, planning and budgeting including field operations, procurement, logistics, security, information and communications technology, data processing and analysis, procedures, training, external relations, public information, outreach and media relations, civic education and engagement, graphic design, administrative support, support to media, political parties and civil society, gender mainstreaming, capacity-building, and institutional reform and development.
- Provision of support, technical assistance and advice to sub-grantees and national oversight or budget institutions as required.
Partners’ liaison, coordination and collaboration. - Supervision of the performance of sub-grantees and staff.
- Establishing and maintaining professional and productive partnerships with national counterparts, institutions and other stakeholders on extractives revenues transparency issues.
- Developing effective communication mechanisms: regularly brief USAID, partners, counterparts and key stakeholders on the issues of transparency in the extractive sector and provide regular reports to USAID as well as national officials as required.
Key responsibilities
- Provide thought leadership to the TRACES team and stakeholder community, focusing on achieving positive impact in line with NRGI’s mission. Develop research and analysis to position NRGI and TRACES as a leader on good governance of natural resources with deep country expertise.
- Develop TRACES program strategy and plans with innovative ideas that reach target groups and influence systemic change based on country dynamics.
- Build strong USAID relations that deliver mutual value and facilitate sustainable funding.
- Facilitate the implementation and periodic adjustment of the TRACES strategy, optimizing NRGI and partner capabilities and leveraging specific country context to maximize impact.
- Lead the TRACES program staff in a manner that empowers them to add value to the program and NRGI and ensures high standards of performance and collaboration.
- Shape country norms and deliver gains for TRACES program and NRGI in transforming practices in natural resource governance through effective influencing, advocacy and communication strategies.
This role might be for you if have…
- Minimum of 10 years of progressively leadership position experience in extractive, natural resources management or anti-corruption projects or related areas with an emphasis in strong execution, outreach, and advocacy with prominent leaders
- Excellent knowledge of the extractives sector in Senegal and deep understanding of effective and accountable management in the extractives sector; including the barriers in the complex ecosystem that result in resource-rich countries failing to achieve sustainable development.
- Experience in developing countries in the context of mining, oil and gas sectors.
- Good knowledge of Senegalese civil society organizations and their objectives and positions
- Possess the gravitas, credibility, and ability to initiate and develop strategic relationships and influence key stakeholders at a country level.
- Demonstrable experience in a leadership/management role, building and developing teams and guiding people to success; collaborating and communicating effectively at all levels.
- Experience of working in capacity development initiatives
- Experience in donor relations, PR/media communications (including social media)
- Previous experience of managing a team of different backgrounds at the senior level and the ability to manage and coordinate complex projects are desirable.
- Experience in bilateral or multilateral negotiation is beneficial.
- Fluency in French speaking and writing; proficiency in English, good understanding and speaking of English language is required.
Education & Qualifications
Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in relevant field (oil and gas engineering or equivalent, political science, international economics, international relations, law, public administration, or a related field).
What’s great about us:
- An inclusive diverse global organization with a mission to create an impact in the world with staff in various locations like Belgium, United Kingdom, Peru, United States of America, Mongolia etc.
- Pension contribution: 10% of the above gross salary payable after the first 6 months retroactively
- Medical coverage (Including dental, health, and vision): the premiums are fully paid for employees and dependents.
- Annual leave: 20 days per annum
- Personal leave: 5 days per annum
- End of year shutdown: 10 days of leave when the organization closes.
- Access to any other leave allowances and/or entitlements as applicable and in line with NRGI’s processes, such as sick leave.
- Training workshops to support professional development.
- Flexible, Hardworking, and professional environment
- Friendly, supportive, and collaborative team
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