Deputy Chief of Party, Kosovo
CounterpartPristina, Kosovo
Posted June 12, 2018
Full Time
About the Company
Counterpart Brand is a global development organization that partners with local actors to build sustainable communities where people can thrive. With a focus on food security, democracy, human rights, governance, health, nutrition, and peace and security, Counterpart works across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean to strengthen community capacity and shape their own destinies. The organization’s distinctive approach combines citizen, government, civil society, and private sector collaboration to deliver evidence‑based, locally owned solutions. Since 1965, Counterpart has leveraged its deep regional expertise and a network of more than 65 country programs to advance the United Nations Global Goals and support partners such as USAID and USDA.
Job Description
Counterpart International is seeking a Deputy Chief of Party to support an anticipated bid in Kosovo: Up to Youth opportunity. The DCOP will oversee implementation, logistics, and management of sub-awardees, and build government relations.
Requirements
- Relevant degree in a related field
- Minimum of 6-8 years of progressively responsible experience in international development
- Previous experience managing USAID-funded programs highly preferred
- Prior experience working on programs on preventing youth violent extremism, peacebuilding, conflict mitigation/management, and/or youth development programs is desired
- Demonstrated leadership capacity and experience supervising teams of diverse staff
- Previous experience working in Kosovo and/or the Balkans is highly desired
- Experience working effectively with government officials, non-government partners, and USAID and/or other donors
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; required
- Prior experience working in official languages in Kosovo (Albanian and Serbian); strongly preferred