Research Triangle Institute (RTI) has over 30 years’ experience assisting
governments, communities, and the private sector in managing their
environment and natural resources. As a non-for-profit, independent
research institute based in North Carolina, USA, RTI has roughly 5,000
employees with global experience implementing international development
projects in energy and other disciplines. Around the globe, RTI
International has delivered innovative, breakthrough solutions in key
development sectors, including natural resources governance, countering
wildlife and environmental crime, forestry, marine and terrestrial
biodiversity conservation, protected area management, climate change,
sustainable fisheries, environmental policy, economic livelihood
development, community engagement, institutional capacity building, and
water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services.
*Position Description*
RTI is seeking a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for the anticipated
Collaboration for Sustainable Fisheries in Indonesia project. This project
will work to advance Indonesia’s self-reliance to improve sustainable and
equitable management of fisheries and reduce pressure to marine
biodiversity. The DCOP will be responsible for supporting the Chief of
Party in all technical, operation and management aspects of the project,
serving as second in command in the Chief of Party absence. In this role,
the DCOP will ensure efficient and compliant administration of the project
and facilitate technical and/or operational aspects of project
implementation. This position will be responsible for oversight of all
financial management, procurement, and operations on the project.
*Responsibilities of the DCOP include, but are not limited to:*
- Support the Chief of Party in all technical, operational and
management aspects of the project.
- Serves as second in command in the Chief of Party absence.
- Collaborate with the Chief of Party to identify, mitigate and manage
risks and actively participate in the resolution of performance issues with
project staff and sub-contractors or sub-awardees.
- Assist Chief of Party in managing all aspects of staffing and
creating/maintaining a clear organizational structure with appropriate
operational controls, specific roles, responsibilities and reporting lines.
- Ensure efficient and compliant administration of the project and
oversee all financial, procurement and operational areas of responsibility,
in keeping with internal and external compliance requirements.
- Manage team of professionals in operational management and support
roles, providing strong oversight and supervision.
- Coordinate the development, implementation and reporting on detailed
management plans that may include but are not limited to: implementation
plans, deliverable tracking, financial analysis, risk forecasting and
mitigation, etc., in assigned areas of responsibility.
- Track and report quarterly on programmatic achievements as required
for project deliverable reporting. Produces technical and/or operational
reports and updates for deliverable reporting and project success stories.
- Develop partnerships with clients, implementers, and stakeholders and
foster coordination.
- Interact with various levels and locations of the organization for
project management, technical and operational support to the project.
- Regularly confer with clients with regard to performance feedback and
to resolve problems or issues should they arise.
*Qualifications:*
- Bachelor's Degree and 12 years of experience, Master's degree and 10
years of experience, PhD and 6 years of experience, or equivalent
combination of education and experience in the sustainable fisheries sector.
- Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience and expertise
on projects focused on seafood supply and market access, sustainable
wild-capture fisheries, aquaculture, and/or small-scale fisheries in
southeast Asia.
- Substantive experience in the implementation of international donor
programs working with counterparts at various levels of government, private
sector leaders, and other stakeholders in strengthening civil society
engagement, capacity, and participation in sustainable fisheries management
and/or coastal resource management in southeast Asia.
- Demonstrated skills in building, mobilizing, and leading
multidisciplinary teams.
- Proven ability to work under pressure, and with multiple concurrent
demands.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in English and
Bahasa Indonesia.
- Ability to travel and work throughout Indonesia.
To apply, please visit RTI International Career Page:
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