The Activity seeks to strengthen biodiversity conservation efforts in Timor-Leste in the coastal and marine environment, support local communities to be more resilient to climate impacts, and inclusively and sustainably ensure the sustainable use of coastal and marine resources in economic development.

The Chief of Party (COP) will be the principal point of contact in Timor-Leste for procedural and substantive matters. The COP’s primary responsibilities are aimed at providing overall leadership, management, and general technical direction of the entire project, ensuring an integrated vision among different components and actors, and a focus on achieving the results defined in the award. This individual will be expected to identify issues and mitigate risks related to project implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate adjustments. This is anticipated to be a full-time position based in Dili, Timor-Leste.

Responsibilities:

• Provide overall strategic leadership and technical expertise for the project to ensure an integrated vision for project implementation.
• Provide direct oversight and supervision for the project’s team; serve as the primary liaison with USAID, host country government, implementing partners, subcontractors, private sector partners, other donor projects, and the Tetra Tech home office.
• Develop innovative and sustainable approaches to achieve project objectives and monitor and evaluate project outcomes and impacts.
• Ensure project compliance with USAID, Tetra Tech, and host country policies, rules, and regulations, including relating to implementation of the USAID Local Capacity Strengthening Policy.
• Manage all aspects of project implementation, including overall responsibility for personnel, project results, efficient budgeting, and financial management.
• Coordinate with host country government, the private sector, and other stakeholders to identify specific technical assistance needs and determine how best to integrate assistance with existing programs and resources.
• Oversee technical activities and ensure the project achieves results as defined in the contract.
• Evaluate and document project progress and lessons learned.
• Assume responsibility for overall USAID contract management, ensuring quality control and timeliness of deliverables. Assure compliance with Tetra Tech policy, the U.S. Government, and relevant host country regulatory requirements.
• Lead institutional engagement and coordination, collaboration, and consultation with diverse stakeholders in the region, including government, donors, private sector entities, financial institutions, and implementing agencies.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Minimum of a master’s degree in international development, environmental studies, marine science, economics, public policy, international relations, public administration, or another related discipline is required.
• At least ten (10) years’ experience in a senior management role leading and managing complex development programs and multi-disciplinary teams, preferably as a COP for a USAID-funded project or equivalent donor-funded program.
• Exceptional managerial skills and demonstrated experience in managing donor-funded projects of similar size and scope; USAID/USG experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to engage in multi-stakeholder dialogue, including sustaining partnerships and strong working relationships with donors, host country government counterparts, the private sector, non-governmental organizations, and civil society.
• Professional fluency in written and spoken English required.
• Candidates from Timor-Leste are strongly encouraged to apply.