Tetra Tech International Development is currently accepting expression of interest from qualified candidates for a Chief of Party (COP) position for the USAID-funded anticipated Southern Africa-funded Countering Wildlife Crime Activity in South Africa. This position will be located in the main office in South Africa.
Position Description/Summary:
The anticipated five-year USAID-funded Southern Africa Countering Wildlife Crime Activity will reduce threats to and protect biodiversity from wildlife crimes in Southern Africa. The Activity will build on the long history of the USAID Southern Africa Regional Mission in countering wildlife crime (CWC) through partnerships with regional organizations, governments, the private sector, and civil society. The goals of the Activity are to: 1) Improve coordination, collaboration, learning, and sharing; 2) Strengthen criminal justice sector capacity, collaboration, and commitment; 3) Reduce and build resilience to corruption; and 4) Increase community support for and participation in efforts to counter wildlife crime.
The COP will be responsible for the overall strategic vision, leadership, technical, financial, and administrative direction of the Activity. The COP will ensure an integrated vision among the program’s component and actors, with a focus on achieving the results defined in the Contract. This position will also lead coordination efforts among subcontractors, grantees, and other relevant partners in South Africa. This would be a full-time position, based in Pretoria, South Africa for the life of project.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements:
To be considered, please submit the following:
Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
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Proposal and tender opportunity
Environment and Natural Resources (International Development)
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