Vacancy Announcement
Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future. Mercy Corps has been working in Liberia since 2002.
Mercy Corps invites applications from all interested and potential Liberian & International candidates for the following position(s):
“Fostering a diverse and open workplace is an important part of Mercy Corps’ vision, and we encourage people from all backgrounds, especially women and members of disadvantaged groups to apply. Mercy Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer”.
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit their detailed CV with a cover letter along with other relevant certificates to Jobvite link: https://jobs.jobvite.com/mercycorps-internal/job/orfghfwX
Or apply via the system below.
You are requested to mention the title of the position on the subject line of the e-mail while applying.
Hard copies of the CV with cover letter along with all relevant certificates can be dropped at Mercy Corps’ Office located at “Tubman Boulevard Sophie Junction Opposite SOS Clinic, Monrovia”. Label the left corner of the envelop with the title of the position for which you are applying.
Last date for the submission of CV’s is November 22, 2021, by 04:00 pm. Mercy Corps reserves the right to accept or reject any or all CV(s) without assigning any reason. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Telephone enquiries will not be entertained.
“The recruitment processes will be ongoing while receiving applications”. FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!
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CHIEF OF PARTY – MONROVIA, LIBERIA
Position Description
Location Liberia
Position Status Full-time Regular
*Role subject to funding and donor approval of candidate. Selected candidate has to present reference check and sign Letter of Commitment.
About Mercy Corps
Mercy Corps is powered by the belief that a better world is possible. To do this, we know our teams do their best work when they are diverse, and every team member feels that they belong. We welcome diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be stronger and have long term impact.
Mercy Corps Liberia began operations in 2002 in response to the humanitarian crisis brought about by the two Liberian civil wars which took place from 1989-1997 and 1999–2003. Since then, Mercy Corps’ interventions have evolved based on the context and needs of the Liberian people. With funding from the Swedish Embassy, European Commission, French Development Agency, Irish Aid, and US Department of Agriculture, among others, Mercy Corps Liberia has implemented a range of programs focused on renewable energy, food security, agricultural livelihoods, financial inclusion, nutrition, water and sanitation, infrastructure, and youth economic empowerment. Mercy Corps Liberia works closely with the Government of Liberia (especially the Ministries of Youth and Sports, Health, Labor and Education), the private sector, civil society, international and local NGOs to implement its programs from three offices/sub-offices (Monrovia, Buchanan, and Rivercess). Mercy Corps is one of the foremost development actors in Liberia implementing strategic and systems driven programming in youth employment and entrepreneurship, market systems development and good governance.
Program / Department Summary
Mercy Corps Liberia began operations in 2002 in response to the humanitarian crisis brought about by the two Liberian civil wars which took place from 1989-1997 and 1999–2003. Since then, Mercy Corps’ interventions have evolved based on the context and needs of the Liberian people. With funding from the European Commission, French Development Agency, Irish Aid, and US Department of Agriculture, among others, Mercy Corps Liberia has implemented a range of programs focused on renewable energy, food security, agricultural livelihoods, financial inclusion, nutrition, water and sanitation, infrastructure, and youth economic empowerment. Mercy Corps Liberia works closely with the Government of Liberia (especially the Ministries of Youth and Sports, Health, Labor and Education), the private sector, civil society, international and local NGOs to implement its programs from three offices/sub-offices (Monrovia, Buchanan, and Rivercess). Mercy Corps is one of the foremost development actors in Liberia implementing strategic and systems driven programming in youth employment and entrepreneurship, market systems development and good governance.
Two new USAID water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) activities are expected — one which focusing on improving access to safe drinking water in the urban/peri-urban areas of Montserrado and Margibi, and one which will implement a comprehensive county-wide approach for sustainably moving people from open defecation to basic
sanitation in Montserrado, Margibi, Lofa, Nimba and Grand Bassa. The Improving Access to Safe Drinking Water activity will increase the access, use, and sustainability of basic water services through 1) improving water supply system sustainability and operations capacity and eliminating use of unimproved water sources and surface water ; 2) expanding equitable water service delivery; and 3) increasing the use of basic water services 4) addressing key system level challenges including poor governance and financial management of water system, lack of community participation or/and involvement, in designing and management of water sources, and issues limiting sustainability of water sources. The County Sanitation activity will invest in county-wide approaches to support impact and sustainability, rather than focusing only on the household and community levels. This will be achieved through improving sanitation governance, encouraging adoption of sanitation behaviors, strengthening sanitation markets, and increasing access to financing for sanitation, with the overall objective of eliminating open defecation in the five countries of Liberia. Different approaches will be used based on target audience .i..e, population in Urban areas, semi urban areas, rural areas and slums.
General Position Summary
The CoP will provide overall leadership, management and strategic vision to the implementation of the improving access to water and County Sanitation activity, to ensure that the program meets its targets and deliverables on-time and within budget. The CoP will supervise program staff and ensure accountability to Mercy Corps policies and donor rules and regulations. S/he will be the primary program representative to donors, relevant government entities, partners, other implementers and stakeholders.
Essential Job Responsibilities
STRATEGY & VISION
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
TEAM MANAGEMENT
FINANCE & COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT
INFLUENCE & REPRESENTATION
SECURITY
ORGANIZATIONAL LEARNING
ACCOUNTABILITY TO BENEFICIARIES
Supervisory Responsibility
Program Team
Accountability
Reports Directly To: Country Director (Reporting Line may change)
Works Directly With: CD, Other CoPs , Team leaders and program managers in-country, MEL, CARM, finance and operations teams, HQ Regional Program Team, HQ Technical Support Unit
Knowledge and Experience
Deputy Chief of Party) or experience of managing multiple years projects of such scale (30 +million USD) ● Previous experience in Liberia or west Africa is desirable but not mandatory,
Success Factors
The successful CoP will combine exceptional management skills and experience in maintaining donor and partner relationships. S/he will have an outstanding ability to develop, implement and manage innovative programs within the current and future program structure of Mercy Corps in the region. S/he will also have proven experience with cross-cultural teams and capacity building, individual staff development, and strong mentoring skills. Multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem solving and simultaneous attention to detail and strategic vision are essential. The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.
Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions
The CoP is based in Monrovia. The location is accompanied and secure. Housing is individual accommodation with unlimited freedom of movement beyond the house/office. Staff have good access to services, medical, electricity, and water, etc. International schools are available. This position requires up to 40% of travel to field offices in secure environments. This position is not eligible for hardship and/or R&R benefits.
Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.
We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact.
We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.
Safeguarding & Ethics
Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct eLearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis