Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Navanti Group is seeking a Senior Program Manager to support the anticipated USAID Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance V program. The role will oversee contract administration, budgets, staff direction, task orders, stakeholder engagement, and DRG-related research and evaluations while ensuring compliance with USAID requirements.
Responsibilities
- Act as the primary liaison with the USAID COR, ensuring clear and consistent communication
- Oversee the day-to-day administration of the DRG V contract, ensuring activities are implemented in compliance with USAID rules, regulations, and policies
- Manage the program budget and ensure all expenditures align with approved funding and contractual obligations
- Provide leadership and technical direction to project staff, ensuring activities are aligned with the program’s objectives and deliverables
- Monitor progress across all task orders, ensuring adherence to the SOW and timelines
- Collaborate with USAID missions, implementing partners, and other stakeholders to support program objectives
- Oversee the design, implementation, and analysis of DRG-related research and evaluations
- Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders, fostering effective communication and collaboration
Skills
- PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy) with at least 12 years of experience in DRG research and analysis, OR Master's degree with at least 15 years of relevant experience
- Proven experience managing large-scale, worldwide analytical programs within the DRG sector
- Strong understanding of USAID regulations, policies, and program management requirements
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions to complex challenges
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with partners, colleagues, and customers at all levels
- Experience working in international development and managing multi-disciplinary teams
- Experience working with USAID DRG programs or similar mechanisms
- Familiarity with cross-cutting DRG issues such as conflict mitigation, countering authoritarianism, and political transitions
Benefits
- Remote work arrangement
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