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Project Description

The goal of the is to advance national efforts to strengthen the caliber of pre- and in-service teacher education and improve Kindergarten through Grade Three foundational and socioemotional skills across the Kingdom of Jordan.

The activity will achieve this purpose through the following two results:

1. Improved quality of early grade pre-service education programs; and

2. Strengthened quality of early grade student education

Position Description

The Chief of Party (COP) must provide overall technical and administrative leadership and expertise and serve as the primary liaison with USAID on management and technical matters. They will be responsible for administering and managing the implementation of the activity and has the overall responsibility for assuring that all assistance provided is technically sound and appropriate to meet activity objectives. The COP must be responsible for all aspects of coordination and communication, including with the Jordanian government, other donors, universities, the civil society sector, and other potential implementing partners. They COP will supervise the work of all organizations (sub-awardees) and individuals engaged under the activity. USAID expects that the Chief of Party will be dedicated to the award on a full-time basis.

The candidate for the position of Chief of Party shall have at a minimum the following qualifications:

Education:

A Master’s degree, preferably in education, international development, economics, and/or public policy.

Skills and Experience:

• At least 10 years of experience in early grade education in pre-service and/or in-service teacher education, in similar/relevant contexts, and experience in managing similar sized activities;
• Demonstrated ability to advise host country contacts at the ministerial level and create and maintain effective working relations with international and local stakeholders, NGOs, local partners, and U.S. Government Agencies;
• A good understanding of the local context;
• Excellent communication and writing ability in English; and
• Experience managing programs in Jordan or the MENA region preferred.

Language:

Fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic is preferred.

Due to the volume of applications submitted, only finalists will be notified.  No phone calls, please.

EDC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.