CHIEF OF PARTY JAKARTA, INDONESIA

AIR is currently seeking a qualified Chief of Party (COP) candidate for an upcoming program in Indonesia focusing on strengthening the quality of instruction and learning in the country's primary and junior secondary schools. The American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a U.S.-based not-for-profit institution working to conduct and apply behavioral and social science research to improve people's lives and well-being, with a special emphasis on the disadvantaged. Since 1946, AIR has worked with U.S. and international partners in over 80 countries to ensure that research translates into effective and successful programs in the areas of education, health, and workforce development. This position will be based in Jakarta with frequent travel to other parts of Indonesia. Responsibilities: The Chief of Party (COP) will be the technical and administrative supervisor of all project activities and will be the senior in-country project representative. The COP will manage a cross-functional and multi-cultural team, with overall responsibility for supervising project staff, partnering organizations, and sub-contractors (both international and local), as well as facilitating consensus and coordination on key design and implementation issues among a diverse group of stakeholders and beneficiaries, government ministries and officials, and USAID personnel. The COP helps ensure timely project implementation, monitoring of activities and has ultimate responsibility for project compliance and financial accountability, as well as reporting to USAID and the AIR home office in Washington, DC. QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree in Education Policy, Education Administration, Social Development, or related field. Demonstrated track record with 15+ years' experience managing international and donor-funded development projects. Previous COP or comparable senior leadership experience on a donor-funded project. Familiarity with USAID and other international donors (at least 8 years of USAID experience preferred). Experience in education program implementation in developing countries, specifically Indonesia and/or Southeast Asia. Demonstrated technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: teacher training and certification, education decentralization, school-based management, student evaluation and measurement, education data collection and use. Skills: Demonstrated diplomatic, communication, and interpersonal skills. Leadership skills applicable to a multicultural context and environment. Exceptional strategic thinking skills. TO APPLY: AIR offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including a fully funded retirement plan, generous paid time off, subsidized garage parking, tuition assistance, and more. For more information, please visit our website at www.air.org. To apply, please go to http://jobs-airdc.icims.com and conduct a job title search. Job #6563. EOE.