Chief of Party for USAID Senegal Ocean and Coastal Activity

Tetra Tech International Development (International Development Jobs – Tetra Tech) is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a potential Chief of Party position on a USAID-funded program in Senegal. The Ocean and Coastal Activity is anticipated to be a five-year program focused on fisheries management and biodiversity conservation in Senegal’s ocean and coastal ecosystems.

Position Description: The Chief of Party (COP) will oversee strategic, technical, and operational management of the anticipated activity, serving as the primary liaison with USAID/Senegal. The COP will also be responsible for ensuring quality control and ensure effective delivery of technical assistance to achieve activity objectives. This is anticipated to be a full-time position based in Dakar, Senegal.

Responsibilities:

• Provide the overall leadership, strategic guidance, vision, and management to staff for successful implementation and compliance with USAID regulations.
• Ensure an integrated vision and cohesive implementation of all technical components including strong collaboration with subcontractors, government, and other local partners.
• Meet contractual obligations, produce deliverables and targets, and achieve project results as specified by client.
• Anticipate, identify, and manage risks related to the Activity implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate adjustments to maintain strong performance.
• Act as the main point of contact for USAID, government stakeholders and counterparts, international and local partners, and Tetra Tech Home Office.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Minimum master’s degree in marine/coastal resource management, marine biology, biodiversity conservation, environmental governance, or another relevant field.
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in the successful implementation of donor-funded development activities, USG/USAID experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing large development projects (>$10 million) including direct supervision of technical and operations teams.
• Demonstrated understanding of coastal ecosystem management and fisheries in Senegal; Expertise in cross-sectoral programs addressing food security, conservation, and natural resource management is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with donors, host country government counterparts, academic institutions, and civil society.
• Proven experience navigating complex and high-pressure operating environments.
• Professional fluency in French and English (oral and written) is required.
• Senegalese nationals strongly encouraged to apply.

To be considered, please submit the following:

• Cover Letter
• CV

Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. 

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