IREX
Media Development Senior Technical Advisors
IREX, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
ABOUT IREX
IREX is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to building a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world by empowering youth, cultivating leaders, strengthening institutions, and extending access to quality education and information. Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $90 million, offices in 20 countries, and a global staff of 400. We work in more than 100 countries worldwide.
POSITION SUMMARY
IREX seeks qualified Media Development Senior Technical Advisors for upcoming USAID-funded programs around the globe.
This position is contingent on funding.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESSupport the Chief of Party in providing strategic and technical leadership to the programFulfill the responsibilities of the Chief of Party in his/her absenceOversee and monitor quality of organizational capacity development to local organizationsEnsure program activities are implemented on schedule and within budgetSupervise, manage, and mentor program staff and work in close coordination with IREX's home officePerform other duties, as assigned
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEAt least five (5) years of progressive international experience working in media sector strengthening and reform, journalism, civic engagement, or related fieldsFamiliarity with the key government stakeholders, relevant private sector actors and civil society organizations working on media issues, and an understanding of the dynamics and relationships among themSignificant experience in managing donor supported development programs of similar size and complexitySubstantial experience in implementing complex media development programsSimilar experience with other USAID-funded programs is an asset; knowledge of USAID regulations and procedures preferredExcellent ability to communicate effectively on the technical aspects of implementation with a wide variety of stakeholdersProven track record of working effectively with other programs, media and civil society, high-level host country host government counterparts, and other international partnersMust possess the technical, managerial and communication skills to assume all related responsibilities of the COP position on a full-time basis if neededStrong representational and organizational skillsBachelor's degree in related field required; master's degree preferredEnglish language fluency is required, including the ability to provide written reporting in English
TO APPLY
Click on "Apply" below to submit your CV along with a cover letter that summarizes your experience and includes your salary range requirements.
IREX is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to building a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world by empowering youth, cultivating leaders, strengthening institutions, and extending access to quality education and information. Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $90 million, offices in 20 countries, and a global staff of 400. We work in more than 100 countries worldwide.
POSITION SUMMARY
IREX seeks qualified Media Development Senior Technical Advisors for upcoming USAID-funded programs around the globe.
This position is contingent on funding.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESSupport the Chief of Party in providing strategic and technical leadership to the programFulfill the responsibilities of the Chief of Party in his/her absenceOversee and monitor quality of organizational capacity development to local organizationsEnsure program activities are implemented on schedule and within budgetSupervise, manage, and mentor program staff and work in close coordination with IREX's home officePerform other duties, as assigned
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEAt least five (5) years of progressive international experience working in media sector strengthening and reform, journalism, civic engagement, or related fieldsFamiliarity with the key government stakeholders, relevant private sector actors and civil society organizations working on media issues, and an understanding of the dynamics and relationships among themSignificant experience in managing donor supported development programs of similar size and complexitySubstantial experience in implementing complex media development programsSimilar experience with other USAID-funded programs is an asset; knowledge of USAID regulations and procedures preferredExcellent ability to communicate effectively on the technical aspects of implementation with a wide variety of stakeholdersProven track record of working effectively with other programs, media and civil society, high-level host country host government counterparts, and other international partnersMust possess the technical, managerial and communication skills to assume all related responsibilities of the COP position on a full-time basis if neededStrong representational and organizational skillsBachelor's degree in related field required; master's degree preferredEnglish language fluency is required, including the ability to provide written reporting in English
TO APPLY
Click on "Apply" below to submit your CV along with a cover letter that summarizes your experience and includes your salary range requirements.