Director for Strategic Operations Center of Excellence at the USAID Nairobi, Kenya

Director for Strategic Operations Center of Excellence at the USAID Nairobi, Kenya

Director for Strategic Operations Center of Excellence at the USAID Kenya and East Africa mission in Nairobi. The position offers a GS-15 base salary between $123,041 and $159,950 annually. The contract is set to begin in November 2024, with the possibility of three additional one-year extensions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Management and Leadership: Supervise up to six staff members, provide oversight on COE functions, and act as a key leader within the office.
• M&E and Reporting: Lead monitoring and evaluation, Collaborating, Learning, and Adapting (CLA), and ensure adherence to USAID and Mission-specific processes.
• Budgeting and Procurement: Oversee OEGI’s budgeting, procurement, and financial management efforts.
• Outreach and Communications: Manage external and internal communications, ensuring high-quality messaging and engagement.
• Human Resources: Ensure alignment with staffing plans and oversee HR-related functions like training and awards.

Qualifications:

• Education: Master’s degree in International Development, Political Science, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years in international development, including leadership, strategy design, M&E/CLA, budgeting, and procurement. Experience in Kenya and/or East Africa is preferred.

Evaluation Criteria:

• Experience in operations, including budgeting, M&E, CLA, and communications (20 points)
• Knowledge of USG policies and experience in international assistance (20 points)
• Coordination with USG agencies and other high-profile entities (10 points)
• Communication and presentation skills (15 points)
• Leadership and focus on professional growth and inclusiveness (10 points)
• Interview performance and reference checks will also be considered.

To apply, eligible U.S. citizens must submit an offer form, CV/resume, cover letter, relevant certificates, and responses to the evaluation factors. Applications should be sent to the specified email by September 16, 2024.