FHI 360

Chief of Party, Morocco 

USAID/Morocco Climate Program 

FHI 360 is a global development organization, with a rigorous, evidence-based approach to human development. Our team of professionals includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from over 60 offices with more than 4,000 employees in the United States and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at all levels and our multi-disciplinary approach allows us to have a lasting impact on the people, communities and countries we serve by improving the lives of millions.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Chief of Party for the anticipated USAID/Morocco-funded Climate Program. This position will be based in Morocco with an expected program office in Rabat and is contingent upon award.  

Project Description 

The proposed USAID/Morocco Climate Program will support efforts to mitigate the impact of climate change in Morocco, promote climate change adaptation best practices, and strengthen the resilience of vulnerable communities to climate change through education, economic growth, and governance programming. The Program will also seek to support Morocco in achieving its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), including adaptation initiatives. Through its implementation, the Program will support the definition of priority actions that will be the most impactful and relevant in catalyzing climate action, building resilience, particularly for marginalized groups, and reducing emissions. As USAID/Morocco aims to advance locally led development and climate action, the Program will explore holistic strategies to strengthen locally led programming that drives scalable climate action and inclusive systemic change. 

Position Description 

The Chief of Party (COP) is responsible for providing overall leadership, management oversight, and technical direction for the program, ensuring an integrated vision across components and stakeholders, with a focus on achieving the results defined in the award. The COP’s responsibilities include developing and managing the annual work plan and budgeting process; creating/maintaining an effective program management team; overseeing an effective monitoring and evaluation system; and coordinating activities and sub-grantees to achieve results. This individual will be the primary liaison with the funder (USAID), key stakeholders, and other implementing partners. The COP will be expected to identify issues and risks related to program implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate adjustments. They will supervise activity implementation and ensure activities meet stated goals and reporting requirements. The COP will have demonstrated ability to work in complex environments, across different cultures, and manage diverse teams to deliver impact within agreed timelines. The position will be based in Morocco. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the program and the selection of the final applicant is subject to USAID approval. 

Job Responsibilities 

• Provides leadership to the project team on both technical and operational aspects, e.g., planning and implementation of the program; ensuring clarity over work plans and priorities; and encouraging effective teamwork. 
• Serves as primary liaison with USAID/Morocco and FHI 360 Regional and Headquarters’ teams. 
• Responsible for oversight and assurance of high-quality technical, financial, administrative and ethical standards across the program; timely submission of high-quality contracted deliverables; keeping the program within scope (activities, timelines and budgets); and ensuring compliance with relevant donor, host government and FHI 360 policies and protocols. 
• Leads engagement and oversees formal partnerships with host government officials, donor representatives and local partners to achieve program objectives. 
• Provides clear leadership to the program team in technical and administrative aspects of the program, facilitating effective internal operations, overseeing the development and implementation of strategies, work plans, staffing, budgets, project targets and milestones, communications and reporting. 
• Ensures clear communications with partners and stakeholders, both in Morocco and globally, about project scope, priorities, accomplishments and lessons to maximize sustainability and impact. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Master’s degree, preferred, in environmental and earth science, climate sciences, international development, or related field from an accredited university. 
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience implementing development programs (at least eight years at a senior level/DCOP or COP equivalent) required. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of USAID programs, project cycles, project implementation and compliance requirements. 
• Work experience in Middle East and North Africa required, Morocco highly desired. 
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in relevant technical areas of this activity—climate change resiliency and adaptation, climate-smart agriculture, and water scarcity —private sector engagement programming desired 
• Demonstrated ability to work in complex environments, across different cultures, and manage diverse teams to deliver impact within agreed timelines across a broad geographic area. 
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate local partner capacity building activities, including technical and managerial capacities, when appropriate. 
• Oral and written fluency in English required; working knowledge of Arabic and/or French preferred. 

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time. 

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. 

FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. 

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself. 

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant’s tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.

FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.

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