Cambodia: Chief of Party

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Internews is seeking a Chief of Party candidate for the USAID Cambodia Media Development (CMD) Activity with the goal of strengthening and expanding the diversity of trustworthy news and information sources available to Cambodians so that they can be better equipped to participate in civic life. The Chief of Party will provide strategic guidance and leadership for Internews’ program; coordinate technical, legal, and professional capacity building assistance to Cambodian media outlets, civil society organizations, and beneficiaries; ensure proper oversight of Internews personnel, financial management and administrative policies; and coordinate with other media stakeholders in Cambodia and Southeast Asia to ensure that Internews leverages other resources, avoids duplication, and complements other media development initiatives. the chief of Party will also be responsible for establishing strong partnerships and dialogue with the appropriate donor representatives.

Reporting to the Regional Director – Asia Pacific, our ideal Chief of Party candidate brings 10+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience of similar media development programs to this exciting opportunity. Knowledge of the Cambodian media landscape, print/broadcast media experience, and conversational proficiency in Khmer desired.

LOGISTICS

This position will be based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Relocation support will be available.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so candidates are encouraged to apply soon.

This is a limited-duration position, with an anticipated term of 4-5 years.

Note: Hiring of this position is contingent upon receipt of funding and donor approval.

OUR COMMITMENT TO FOSTERING A CULTURE OF BELONGING

We are an organization of dynamic, mission-driven individuals who are passionate about our core values and about supporting positive change in the world. We believe that diverse teams are strong teams and work to support an ethic of belonging, dignity, and justice for all people. Our current team includes a mix of genders, parents and non-parents, and people of multiple races, nationalities, ages, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic backgrounds. We are an EEO employer and encourage candidates of all races, genders, ages, orientations, ethnicities, and national origins to apply, and welcome those with alternative backgrounds and experiences.

DAY-TO-DAY TASKS will include:

• Provide leadership, management, representational, and operational oversight for Internews’ program in Cambodia.
• Provide strategic, operational, and representational assistance to ensure that activities are meeting their goals and targets, recommending program adjustments when necessary to keep the project on track.
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with local partner organizations and media outlets and ensure that implementation is responsive to the needs of partners and beneficiaries.
• Track and report project progress and activities monthly against work plans.
• Oversee program monitoring and evaluation to ensure effective implementation and to measure the impact of activities.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of independent media issues in Cambodia (print, broadcast, and new media), and a general understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing independent media in the country.
• Ensure the project is in compliance with cooperative agreement rules, requirements, and regulations as well as with Internews internal policies and procedures.
• Serve as the primary budget authority over the project, responsible for ensuring all costs charged to the project are allowable, reasonable, and correctly allocated.
• Provide management and oversight of daily operations of Internews’ programs in Cambodia.
• Accept fiduciary responsibility for all funds advanced for the purpose of the project.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Carry out management responsibilities including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• In all duties, uphold Internews’ Core Values and demonstrate commitment to fostering a culture of Belonging, Dignity, and Justice.

QUALIFICATIONS WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

Required:

• Graduate degree in media and communication international affairs, law, or other fields relevant to the activity.
• 12 years of progressively responsible international experience implementing and managing media development programs.
• Demonstrated technical expertise managing, designing, and/or implementing programs focused on media programs, civic engagement, capacity building, media legal environment, or related fields similar in size and scope to the activity.
• Demonstrated experience in maintaining relationships with a broad range of stakeholders such as development partners, implementing partners, media, civic actors, and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated capabilities in high-level strategic vision, innovative programming, and ability to lead a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated experience with gender and social inclusion approaches.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Previous senior-level management experience, including significant staff, financial, and administrative oversight.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of USAID rules, regulations, and policies.
• Experience working in Asia and other relevant (i.e., constrained operating environment) contexts.

Preferred

Note: Candidates who do not have these preferred qualifications, but who are interested and willing to learn, are encouraged to apply.

• Conversational proficiency in Khmer language is desirable.
• Strong understanding of media ecosystems in Cambodia is desirable.
• Professional experience in either print, broadcast, or new media is desirable.