Chief of Party - USAID/Ecuador, Climate Change Mitigation through Sustainable Land Use

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The USAID/Ecuador Climate Change Mitigation through Sustainable Land Use Activity is a 5-year activity that aims to promote sustainable livelihoods and advance natural climate solutions in areas affected by deforestation and land degradation through greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction and mitigation efforts.

The Chief of Party will be ultimately responsible for the efficient and effective oversight of all elements of the activity. Their primary responsibilities are to provide overall leadership, management, and general technical direction of the program, ensuring an integrated vision among different components and actors, and a focus on achieving the desired results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and guide strategic, technical, programmatic, financial, and managerial aspects of large-scale project activities.
• Lead thought leadership efforts in biodiversity conservation, sustainable livelihoods, climate change, community-based governance, nature-based solutions, and private sector engagement.
• Foster broad and effective stakeholder engagement and manage relationships with public and private partners essential for the long-term success of the Activity in Ecuador.

Requirements:

• A master's degree in forestry, environmental governance, natural resource management, biodiversity conservation, nature-based solutions, economic growth, or related fields.
• At least 10 years of leadership experience in large size international development programs, with expertise in strategic planning, management, supervision, and budgeting.
• Demonstrated experience in biodiversity conservation, sustainable livelihoods, and natural resource management in Ecuador.

Salary Range:

$120,000 - $180,000 per annum, depending on experience.