The World at Abt
Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Associates. Creating a more equitable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.
We are a team of 3,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment, energy, and innovation do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game.
To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. Creating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.
Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.
Project Description
The anticipated five-year, USAID-funded Green Invest Asia project will scale investments in sustainable timber and agricultural products, and green supply chains, reduce deforestation and forest degradation, and increase the uptake of climate smart agricultural practices. The program intends to facilitate mobilization of finance for profitable low emissions business models through support to corporations, financial institutions, and private intermediaries that drive investment in sustainable land uses, increases adoption of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) guidelines and sustainable standards, accesses carbon markets, and mitigates risk for the private sector in climate investments. The anticipated program will work across Asia to assist USAID partner countries in Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Philippines, Indonesia, and Laos. This program will help businesses improve their sustainability, green their supply chains, and connect them and catalyze funding from mission-aligned private investors. This program will also assist financial institutions to build their capacity and develop portfolios with positive climate outcomes. Toward these ends, it is anticipated the project will be structured to include, but will not be limited to, the following objectives or tasks:
The Opportunity
As the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP)/Inclusion and Partnerships Lead, you will oversee programmatic, operational, and administrative activities of the Activity, reporting to the COP. A member of the CMT, you will support the COP in developing a strong vision and in implementation of the project and will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management of operations and guiding technical activities. You will manage the Operations and Human Resources Director and will be responsible for grants management, financial and programmatic reporting, procurement and budgeting, and financial monitoring. As part of this role, you will be responsible for ensuring mainstreaming of DEIA principles in project operation and management, including human resources.
You will oversee capacity-strengthening activities with the support of the Capacity Strengthening Specialist, whom you will manage. You will be responsible for ensuring GESI integration across cross-sectoral technical areas, ensuring all PAGI activities are gender- and IPLC-responsive. You will also manage relationships with project partners, AVPN and Grow Asia, as well as supporting new partnerships with regional institutions and platforms critical to PAGI’s sustainability.
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What We Offer
We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development.
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.
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