Attachment_3_Nominal_Position_Descriptions_for_MCA-Niger.pdf

POSITION DESCRIPTIONS

MCA-NIGER

MANAGEMENT

POSITION

DESCRIPTIONS

JUNE 2016

DRAFT

Contents

Position Descriptions ____________________________________________________________________________________ 3

Director General ___________________________________________________________________________________________________3

Security Advisor ___________________________________________________________________________________________________5

General Counsel ___________________________________________________________________________________________________7

Director of Programs ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 10

Director of Administration & Finance _________________________________________________________________________ 12

Director of Procurement ________________________________________________________________________________________ 14

Internal Audit & COmpliance Manager ________________________________________________________________________ 16

Private Sector Engagement Manager __________________________________________________________________________ 18

Irrigation Infrastructure Manager _____________________________________________________________________________ 21

Road Infrastructure Manager __________________________________________________________________________________ 23

CRA Manager ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 25

PRAPS Manager _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 27

Management Services Manager ________________________________________________________________________________ 29

Land Tenure & Resettlement Manager ________________________________________________________________________ 31

ESP Manager _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 33

GSI Manager _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 35

M&E manager ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ 38

Human Resources & Administration Manager ________________________________________________________________ 41

Finance Manager ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 43

Communications Manager ______________________________________________________________________________________ 44

Procurement Manager __________________________________________________________________________________________ 46

Position Descriptions

DIRECTOR GENERAL

(alternatively titled National Coordinator, Executive Director, Managing Director, or CEO with minor variations depending on the specific country context)

Reports To: Board of Directors

Supervises: Legal Officer, Internal Audit & Compliance Manager, Director of Programs, Director of

Administration & Finance, Director of Procurements, Security Advisor, Executive Secretary, UNOPS

Program Management Support Unit

• Serve as the official point of contact on behalf of the Government of the Republic of Niger (GoN) in its relations with MCC.

• Represent the Compact program to the general public and program partners and serve as the lead representative of MCA-Niger to the donor community, civil society, the private sector, and other constituencies.

• Report to the Board of Directors on a regular basis to apprise the Board of progress, issues, and risks related to the implementation of the Compact program.

• Execute overall guidance and instructions from the Board of Directors to implement the Compact in a timely and effective manner.

• Provide high-level executive leadership and management for MCA-Niger and ensure coordination of

MCA-Niger, the program management consultant, the World Bank, and other implementation stakeholders.

• Directly manage General Counsel, Internal Audit and Compliance Manager, Director of Programs, UNOPS Program Management Support Unit, Director of Administration and Finance, Director of

Procurements, Security Advisor, and Executive Secretary.

• Provide guidance and advice, and when needed, manage and coordinate development of the implementation plans of MCA-Niger, including final approval of the budgets, work plans, procurement plans, disbursement request packages, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) plans related to the

Compact program; and recommend these to the Board of Directors and MCC for their approval.

• Work closely with the senior leadership of relevant government units to ensure dissemination of critical information, commitment of resources, and the timely progress related to policy and regulatory reforms related to the Compact program.

• Direct, motivate, and coordinate the various directorates of MCA-Niger towards achieving their objectives and targets.

• Oversee the selection process of MCA-Niger staff, especially, at the management level.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must hold an advanced degree or its equivalent in economics, development, business administration, engineering, public administration, or other relevant area of focus.

• Fifteen (15) or more years’ experience in senior management position in a reputable organization, private sector company, or government.

• Demonstrated experience and proven skills in managing a large company or program with a multi-million USD budget and permanent staff of at least thirty (30) personnel.

• Familiarity with public financial management and donor project management systems or similar systems.

• Excellent and demonstrable leadership ability and interpersonal skills.

• Capable of building and maintaining productive relationships with various stakeholders from government (both national and local), civil society, NGOs, private sector, and international donors.

• Familiarity with MCC policies and procedures.

• Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to work in large, multi-cultural teams.

• Full computer skills in email, word processing, spreadsheets, the Internet, and familiarity with

Management Information Systems and project management systems.

• Fluency in local language(s) and excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

SECURITY ADVISOR

Reports To: Director General

Supervises: N/A

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and develop the MCA-Niger security management plan

• Advise and support the MCA-Niger Director General with regard to implementing the security management plan

• Work with Director General, Directors and Managers to ensure that safety and security is mainstreamed into all areas of planning and operations

• Work with internal and external stakeholders to better understand the security challenges in Niger and share best practices

• Train MCA-Niger staff and partners to have the security skills and awareness that they need to be effective

• Analyze security incidents and gather, contextualize and evaluate security-related information

• Keep staff and consultants up to date on the security situation in project/program areas and implementing guidelines to ensure the safety of all employees and consultants

• Assess static security at the Niamey office buildings, World Bank PIU regional offices, project/program facilities and implement appropriate security measures

• Prepare risk assessments, incident reports, weekly/monthly security reports, district profiles and other research documents as needed

• Coordinate with national, regional, and local police, gendarmerie, and other government security forces to ensure sufficient security presence in and around project sites

• Coordinate security escort for MCC personnel as required when traveling outside Niamey and inside the city when the security environment warrants

Desired Skills & Experience

• Ten (10) years’ experience of security assessment, planning and implementation of procedures in the context of development and humanitarian operations, including developing security management plans, procedures and strategy in complex emergencies

• Experience working with civil society groups and community networks at grassroots level, local stakeholders such as government, international non-government organizations and UN, to share and exchange information

• Demonstrated experience working with national, regional, and local police, gendarmerie, and other government security forces in Niger

• Proven capacity to write guidelines in French and reports in professional English

• An active commitment to promoting gender equality and the interests of marginalized groups and an ability to suggest practical solutions to complex issues

• Strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to work effectively in a multi-cultural team

• Ability to perform well under pressure and cope with stressful situations

• Willingness to travel frequently to areas where MCA-Niger is implementing projects/programs

• Knowledge of relevant local policies, laws and regulations

• Strong computer skills

GENERAL COUNSEL

Reports To: Director General

Supervises: Legal Officer and others as delegated

Responsibilities

The General Counsel and Corporate Secretary (General Counsel) will serve as a critical member of the senior management team of the Accountable Entity (MCA-Niger) identified in the compact (Compact) between Niger and the United States of America, acting through the Millennium Challenge Corporation

(MCC). The General Counsel will serve as the principal legal officer and senior policy advisor on legal matters, as well as a technical resource, to MCA-Niger governing board (Board) and management team and other staff of MCA-Niger. The General Counsel will also serve as the corporate secretary to the Board of the

MCA. The General Counsel may have responsibility for managing and supervising subordinate staff and other legal resources as may be necessary for proper functioning of MCA-Niger. The General Counsel will be expected to carry out the following among his or her primary responsibilities:

• Provide or coordinate the provision of legal advice on all issues affecting the internal operations of

MCA-Niger, including government contracts and other agreements, third party commercial contracts and other agreements, procurement and fiscal law, and corporate governance and records management.

• Help to identify, and advise on, situations that may involve elements of fraud and corruption and/or conflicts of interest in the implementation of the Compact. Coordinate training and advice on MCC policies and applicable laws, regulations and other policies relevant to the prevention, detection, and correction of fraud and corruption. Coordinate training and advice on matters of ethical behavior, including the avoidance of conflicts of interest and policies governing confidentiality and transparency.

This training will include the Board, the management team, other staff of MCA-Niger, and, where appropriate, implementing entities of Niger (Government) designated in accordance with the terms of the Compact and MCA contractors.

• Ensure that MCA activities comply with: (i) the obligations of MCA-Niger contained in the Compact and all related agreements or otherwise delegated to MCA-Niger by the Government; (ii) all agreements entered into under or in furtherance of the Compact; (iii) all applicable laws and regulations of Niger;

(iv) all of MCA-Niger’s organizational and governance documents, including any law or decree related to the creation or operation of MCA-Niger and MCA-Niger’s bylaws or other governing documents; and

(v) any other applicable laws, regulations, policies, and agreements.

• Advise the Board, the management team, and the staff of MCA-Niger on legal issues and address legal matters as they arise. This may include preparing and submitting reports and other documents on a periodic basis to the Board and the management team that identify any problems (and recommended solutions) encountered in MCA compliance with its obligations or other legal matters.

• Serve as the corporate secretary of the Board. This includes developing and implementing procedures for the meetings of the Board and ensuring that Board meetings and actions comply with the requirements of the Compact, all related agreements, and the relevant governing documents of MCA-

Niger (including any law or decree related to the creation or operation of MCA-Niger and MCA-Niger’s bylaws or other governing documents). This function also includes responsibility for ensuring all necessary and appropriate records are produced and maintained by MCA-Niger.

• Participate in negotiations, and draft, review, and advise on all types of contracts and other documents to be executed by MCA-Niger.

• Participate in the drafting and review of deliverables required by the terms of the Compact and related agreements to ensure legal sufficiency and the proper and timely delivery of such deliverables.

• Advise the Board and MCA regarding employment matters, including drafting and negotiating employment agreements.

• Provide guidance on legal implications of procurement and financial activities that may be undertaken by MCA-Niger. Cooperate with and advise representatives of Government bodies, including ministries, the legislature, and other public agencies, regarding the Government’s responsibilities under the

Compact and all related agreements.

• Represent, or manage the representation of, MCA-Niger before courts, regulatory, and administrative bodies, and in arbitration and other proceedings.

• Act as the main liaison between MCA-Niger and MCC on legal matters relating to the implementation of the Compact.

• Recruit, supervise, and manage junior legal officers and other staff within MCA-Niger, as may be necessary.

• Determine the need for additional legal experts (including outside counsel), identify possible sources for such experts, assist the Procurement Director in the procurement of such experts, provide recommendations on particular legal tasks that should be outsourced to an outside counsel, and manage such outside counsel.

• Perform such other responsibilities that are commonly exercised or incidental to the position of

General Counsel and Corporate Secretary or as may be delegated or requested from time to time by the

Board or the management team of MCA-Niger.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must hold an appropriate degree in law and be qualified and certified in good standing to practice law in Niger.

• Approximately five (5) to eight (8) years of relevant experience working at a law firm or as legal counsel, preferably with some experience serving as in-house counsel and some experience working in a law firm or as legal counsel in Niger.

• Knowledge of, and experience with, both international law and the laws of Niger encompassing a diverse range of legal issues, including contract, corporate, construction, employment, and procurement laws and regulations, especially in transactions or situations involving foreign investors/foreign governments, or experience representing foreign investors in transactions or situations involving the Government. Experience in international commercial transactions and project and structured financing is a plus.

• Experience advising entities in negotiating, executing, and implementing international agreements with foreign governments. Experience in US Government funded projects is a plus.

• Experience working as or with a corporate secretary on governing board and corporate governance, compliance, and record keeping matters.

• Experience in administering or providing advice regarding tax exemptions under Niger.

• Proven ability to work in a national and international context.

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with Government entities to ensure smooth implementation of

MCA-Niger activities.

• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and institutions.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different backgrounds.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with peers as well as work across departments or divisions.

• Proven supervisory or management experience of attorneys and other staff.

• A responsible and flexible attitude and capacity to simultaneously manage a variety of tasks, responsibilities, and shifting priorities and deadlines without supervision.

• Demonstrated history of delivering high quality projects and work product on time and within budget.

• The ability to work under pressure and against tight deadlines.

• Demonstrated professionalism, good judgment, and flexibility to meet the needs of the position.

• Strong computer skills (e.g., MS Office, Internet).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS

(alternatively titled Chief Operating Officer or Coordinator of Programs with minor variations depending on the specific country context)

Reports to: Director General

Supervises: Program Assistant, Private Sector Engagement Manager, Irrigation Infrastructure Manager, Road Infrastructure Manager, CRA Manager, PRAPS Manager, Management Services Manager, Land Tenure

& Resettlement Manager, ESP Manager, GSI manager

• Responsible for day-to-day management and implementation of the Compact Projects.

• Lead and supervise the Project Activity and Crosscutting Sector Managers during the implementation phase to attain the compact objectives.

• Provide leadership, coordination, and day-to-day management for project implementation, including irrigation infrastructure development, road infrastructure, management services and training, climate-resilient agriculture, regional Sahel pastoralism support, environmental and social protection, gender integration, and land tenure and resettlement support.

• Participate in the preparation and review of all relevant project documents, including but not limited to, statements of work, design documents, bidding documents, technical evaluations, and progress reports.

• Provide operational and strategic advice and support to the Director General in relation to implementation of the Irrigation and Market Access and Climate-Resilient Communities projects

• Identify bottlenecks, risks, and mitigation strategies, and work to address them, reporting as appropriate to the Director General.

• Formulate implementation plans, including the preparation of budgets and work plans, contribute to the preparation of disbursement request packages, procurement plans, and monitoring and evaluation

(M&E) plans, for the Director General to submit to the Board of Directors and to MCC.

• Ensure that the operations of MCA are in full compliance with local regulations and with MCC requirements and standards. This includes a responsibility to ensure that all concerns about the quality of operations related standards for Environmental and Social Performance (ESP) and for

Gender and Social Inclusion (GSI) are addressed by the relevant members of the Management Team directly with the Director General.

• Ensure continuous improvement of operational efficiency in Compact implementation. Use appropriate information produced by MCA-Niger staff to provide recommendations, mid-course corrections, and lessons learned to MCA-Niger and MCC.

• In coordination with the Program Management Office (PMO) and the Director of Administration and

Finance, coordinate, manage, and oversee the preparation of periodic implementation reports to be submitted to the Board of Directors and to MCC.

• Manage the work of program employees using standard results-oriented evaluation methods and performance-based awards and make recommendations to the Director General on staff retention and related issues.

• Under the supervision of the Director of Admin and Finance, coordinate with Procurement Director and oversee the technical aspects of procurement in the services of consultants and contractors who will provide services under the Compact

• Provide feedback and input to the Director General to communicate with relevant government and other agencies to ensure dissemination of critical information, commitments of resources, and the timely completion of tasks related to implementation of the Compact program.

• Must hold an advanced degree or its equivalent in economics, business administration, public administration, development, or other related field.

• Twelve (12) or more years of relevant operational experience in a senior management position in a reputable private or non-profit organization and/or government agency handling fast-paced, complex and multi-disciplinary business processes, including management of infrastructure contracts, group formation and training, or other technical activities.

• Experience managing large infrastructure projects, agriculture projects, community-development projects. Familiarity with international environmental and social standards. Experience with gender integration and mainstreaming.

• Demonstrated experience and proven management skills in managing a department or unit with at least ten (10) personnel.

• Excellent strategic leadership/vision and team management. Excellent ability to communicate and work in a team. Particularly as it requires collaborating across departments/divisions to achieve common objectives.

• Familiarity with public financial management and/or donor project management systems.

• Capability of building and maintaining productive relationships with a range of actors, including national and local government officials, civil society organizations, and international donors.

• Experience implementing programs and projects involving development partner assistance and knowledge of international competitive bidding rules.

• Experience with results-focused project management.

• Familiarity with MCC policies and procedures an advantage.

• Computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, the Internet, and familiarity with project management and Management Information Systems.

• Fluency in local language(s) and excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE

Reports to: Director General

Supervises: Human Resources and Administration Manager, Finance Manager, Monitoring and Evaluation

(M&E) Manager, Communications Manager, Administrative Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to all financial management provisions of the Compact and related documents.

• Serve as the primary liaison with the Fiscal Agent, Project Directors, and the Implementing Entities on financial-related matters and issues.

• Provide leadership in the design and operating effectiveness of a system of internal controls over financial management and reporting including change management and oversight.

• Provide oversight over HR and IT functions related to the administration of MCA-Niger.

• Manage the preparation of MCA-Niger’s annual Program budget for the entire Compact period, as well as detailed budgets on a quarterly basis in coordination with the Fiscal Agent, Project Management

Unit(s), and any Implementing Entities.

• Develop quarterly disbursement requests for funding from MCC, in coordination with the Fiscal Agent.

• Develop, in coordination/collaboration with the Fiscal Agent, a financial management operations manual, known as the Fiscal Accountability Plan (FAP), which outlines all procedures necessary for financial management operations, effective internal control system, and designates the officials who have the authority to approve obligations, verify receipt of goods and services, and execute payments.

• Monitor and ensure compliance with all aspects of the FAP.

• Ensure that MCA-Niger’s financial management system accommodates the requirements of the

Compact as well as MCA-Niger’s reporting requirements.

• In coordination with the Project Directors, estimate the future cash flow requirements for each Project for each period, and ensure that all accompanying reports related to disbursement requests are delivered according to the required schedule.

• Monitor expenses against budgets to ensure adequate resources and control of funds. Provide quarterly contract disbursements and other necessary information to the M&E Manager in order to track process milestones for the Compact.

• Assist in the development of the operating budget for MCA-Niger.

• Prepare a plan to meet the semi-annual audit requirements of the Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).

• Cooperate fully with the auditors to ensure that the auditing requirements of the program are satisfied as required by the Compact.

• Develop, communicate and implement corrective action plans in connection with all audits conducted on behalf of MCC/GoN Funds in connection with the Niger Compact.

• Ensure that MCC funds are exempt from all taxes as detailed in the 609(g) Agreement, Compact

Agreement, Program Implementation Agreement, and/or any other agreement associated with the

Compact.

• Represent the Program on all financial aspects to the Nigerien public, government, donor community, civil society, private sector, and others.

• Develop and manage all financial reports, including special reports required by the MCA-Niger or the

Board of Directors.

• Provide leadership and guidance to administrative/finance/M&E/communications staff on assigned tasks of the division.

• Manage and review the work of assigned staff and ensure quality of outputs, and provide day-to-day supervision.

• Supervise the processing and analysis of project-related expenses and ensure that they are in accordance with approved budget, MCC policies, and government procedures.

• Supervise the administration and accounting for contract payments that the Fiscal Agent will process through MCC’s paying agent.

• Supervise the Information Technology and network maintenance, M&E, and Communications functions of MCA-Niger.

• Supervise the general administrative support apparatus of MCA-Niger and ensure that assets of MCA-

Niger are used for compact purposes only.

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Accounting (preferred) or Finance.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent preferred.

• Approximately twelve (12) or more years of professional experience, including approximately seven

(7) in a senior financial management position of a project or company having an annual budget of $50 to $100 million USD or as an auditor in a public accounting firm.

• Proven management skills and experience in activities related to financial management.

• Proven management skills and experience in information technology, network management, or related fields is preferred.

• Ability to develop complex budgets and manage all related financial transactions.

• Experience in developing and managing financial management systems and processes. Experience in

SAP-based financial management systems is preferred.

• Ability to liaise with other MCA-Niger divisions to ensure smooth implementation of MCA-Niger activities.

• Ability to lead a team of qualified administrative, operations or financial management specialists.

• Familiarity with M&E, communications, and HR principles and commitment to understanding international development programs and principles.

• Experience in data collection and analysis, quantitative social science research, and economics a plus.

• Must demonstrate from previous work experience the ability to collaborate effectively with peers as well as work across departments or divisions.

• Native written and verbal communication skills in French

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

DIRECTOR OF PROCUREMENT

Reports to: Director General

Supervises: Procurement Manager, Procurement Assistant.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

The Procurement Director works under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer. He ensures that all procurement transactions are implemented in accordance with these Guidelines; consolidates and keeps records of all procurement activity; and reports on the progress of this activity.

The Procurement Director is responsible for managing the flow of procurement activity to implement the

Compact by the MCA Entity. The Procurement Director serves as the primary liaison between the

Procurement Agent, MCC and outside entities from a variety of specialized sectors on all procurement activities and facilitates the smooth interplay between and among all elements of the procurement process.

A key aspect of this responsibility involves synchronizing the substance and process elements of procurement activities.

In addition, the Procurement Director:

• Coordinates the functions of the MCA Entity and the Procurement Agent in implementing the Compact program, including identifying initial procurement needs and organizing procurement operations.

• Reviews the solicitation documents, Procurement Plans, CPPRs and all other required documents prepared by the Procurement Agent and recommend any necessary changes or improvements to ensure they comply with the MCC Program Procurement Principles and these Guidelines and that they meet the procurement needs of the MCA Entity.

• Reviews the MCA Entity’s procurement operations manual prepared by the Procurement Agent and recommends any necessary changes or improvements to ensure it responds to the operational reality of the MCA Entity.

• Ensures that the Procurement Agent act consistently with the approved procurement operations manual.

• Monitors compliance by the Procurement Agent with all the rules and procedures of these Guidelines.

• Supports management and the chief executive officer of the MCA Entity in maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of the procurement process.

• Facilitates the preparation and submission to the Procurement Agent of necessary procurement documents by the technical staff of the MCA Entity.

• Reviews reports submitted by the Procurement Agent

• Manages the members of the MCA Entity procurement team.

• Approves procurement decisions in accordance with Attachment 1 to these Guidelines.

• Performs other tasks and responsibilities as requested by the Chief Executive Officer of the MCA Entity.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• University degree in business administration, public administration, finance, law, international development or related field

• Approximately twelve (12) or more years of experience developing and managing procurements in systems applying international standards

• Ability to coordinate with numerous distinct entities in overseeing and reporting on procurement activities

• Familiarity and/or experience with international donor institutions’ procurement guidelines and procedures, particularly those of the World Bank and/or US Government.

• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Oral and written fluency in French and in English (U.S. Government Level 4)

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with domestic and international stakeholders and counterparts

• Superior organizational and time management skills

INTERNAL AUDIT & COMPLIANCE MANAGER

Reports to: Director General and Board of Directors

Supervises: Internal Audit & Compliance Officer

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist MCA-Niger Board of Directors in establishing a plan for auditing the operation and program activities of MCA-Niger that focuses on the identification and control of risk, improvements in the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and programs, and compliance with external laws and regulations and internal policies and procedures.

• Participate in MCA-Niger Board of Director’s audit committee and prepare committee review of key operational issues with a focus audit risk.

• Administratively assist the Director of Administration & Finance in preparing audit plans for the semi-annual funds accountability statement audit.

• Conduct audits based on the plan approved by the audit committee.

• Communicate audit results to the Board of Directors and appropriate program managers.

• Follow up on audit recommendations to ensure corrective actions are implemented.

• Evaluate internal control systems, especially those relating to financial management, and make recommendations for improvements needed to safeguard assets and ensure the integrity of financial transactions and financial reporting.

• Ensure the recommendations of the external auditor are implemented, as appropriate.

• Oversee and monitor the implementation of a Program Compliance Policy for the use of funds at the

MCA, the PIU, and the communes.

• Disseminate written policies and procedures related to compliance activities.

• Identify compliance issues that require follow-up or investigation.

• Report to the Director General and Board of Directors on a regular basis to review progress on program implementation and assist with establishing improvement plans.

• University degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (graduate degree preferred).

• Certified Public Accountant (or equivalent), Certified Internal Auditor, or Certified Fraud Examiner preferred.

• Approximately ten (10) or more years of relevant experience in an international development organization, NGO, or similar. Familiarity with operations, accounting, finance, internal audit, quality assurance, and human resource procedures and regulations is a must.

• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in applying the principles, techniques, practices and procedures of an internal audit or quality assurance function; developing sound internal controls for financial and operational programs; developing remediation programs where controls have been found deficient; developing risk assessment instruments and communicating to program managers how to assess risk in their respective areas.

• Experience in writing internal policies and procedures, evaluating processes, and documenting findings.

• Strong analytical, written/verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills.

• Highly organized and flexible with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work independently.

• Ability to achieve results while working under pressure.

• Ability to evaluate automated financial management systems and to develop methods for testing system controls.

• Be of outstanding character and integrity and free of all conflicts of interest and committed to protecting the integrity of the programs under the Compact.

• Good computer skills (MS Office, internet, familiarity with project management software).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

PRIVATE SECTOR ENGAGEMENT MANAGER

Reports to: Director of Programs

Supervises: N/A

Private sector-led development is a priority in the proposed MCC-funded Niger Compact program in order to increase the reach, impact and sustainability of Compact investments and to help reduce dependence on foreign assistance. Consequently, the Compact seeks to strengthen private enterprise and where practicable, engaging the private sector in a range of partnerships, financing mechanisms and other arrangements, directly integrated with compact programs in priority areas including market access facilitation for smallholder producers, access to capital for producers/agricultural enterprises, and fertilizer procurement reform.

MCA-Niger will manage these efforts to strengthen private enterprise, including the development and implementation of (i) any partnerships, financing mechanisms or other arrangements contemplated under the Compact to develop the private sector and leverage its resources, (ii) a private sector engagement (PSE) strategy to identify and pursue opportunities that attract or leverage private sector interest, investment or commercial activity within or complementary to the Compact program, and (iii) overseeing the development and implementation of business development services and marketing of agricultural products across the compact. The PSE Manager will be a non-supervisory role, but will also provide dotted-line oversight to the

Private Sector/Grants Management officers under the Climate Resilient Agriculture Grant Facility. The PSE

Manager will also be expected to work closely with the managers responsible for other compact programs, including the CRA manager, the PRAPS manger, the Management Services Manager, the Irrigation

Infrastructure Manager, and the Roads Infrastructure Manager to identify private sector linkages and opportunities to partner with and engage the expertise and resources of the private sector (including

MSMEs).

Duties

The duties of the PSE Manager will include the following:

• Working with the other Compact Program managers listed above, identify specific needs and opportunities for engagement with the private sector, including but not limited to supply chain and marketing partnerships for agricultural/livestock products, agricultural contracting/offtake partnerships, private sector market intelligence informing development of market facilitation services for farmers, financing partnerships for agricultural MSMEs/producers, private sector partnerships in input and equipment supply (eg. seeds, fertilizer, small scale irrigation equipment), etc. Manage the development and implementation of these partnerships, financing mechanisms, and other arrangements to develop the private sector and leverage its resources, integrated with Compact

Programs;

• Develop and implement a five-year private sector engagement strategy (PSE Strategy) and annual action plans (Action Plan), in coordination with MCA management and staff. MCC will also provide guidance and support in strategy development and implementation oversight. The PSE Strategy will guide the identification and pursuit of opportunities that attract or leverage private sector interest, investment, or commercial activity within and complementary to the Compact program. The Action

Plan shall include roles and responsibilities of MCA-Niger and other agencies, strategic objectives, strategic approach, budget needs, work plan, and monitoring and evaluation targets;

• To ensure that the Program objective of increasing agricultural value and sales is achieved, to encourage inclusive private investment in Niger’s agricultural sector, and to generally increase the reach, impact and sustainability of Compact investments:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key domestic and international stakeholders interested in private sector development, including members of the business community, government organizations, investors, donors and civil society organizations;

• Actively participate in investment promotion and donor coordination activities related to Compact investments, including attendance at seminars, conferences, trade fairs and sector/industry meetings;

• Organize promotional workshops, exhibitions and conferences for potential investors specific to the opportunities to leverage Compact program activities;

• Working with CRA Manager and CRA Grants Facility staff, identify and implement approaches to use the grant program to leverage private sector partnerships, private co-investment, and/or financing partnerships with microfinance/financial institutions

• Working with Management Services Manager and fertilizer reform Consultant, provide consultation as needed on private sector implications of fertilizer procurement reform, and develop relationships with professional private sector fertilizer firms with interest in Niger. Working with Management

Services Manager, CRA Manager, and PRAPs Manager, analyze and assess market demand and value chain opportunities in key agricultural and animal products produced by Compact beneficiaries in MCC investment areas. Study and track domestic and regional market trends for targeted products and communicate findings to Management Services Manager and MCC. Work with the Management Services

Manager, CRA, and PRAPs Manager to identify and help facilitate marketing and export opportunities for products/commodities produced by project beneficiaries. For products targeted for potential export, become familiar with relevant international quality control and health standards and disseminate information to Director of Programs and Management Services Manager;

• Liaise with ESP and GSI Managers in order to prioritize socially-responsible, gender inclusive, and climate-smart business practices;

• Identify organizations or companies at the regional, national or local levels with direct investment potential and conduct strategic outreach to raise awareness of the business opportunities created through the Compact program;

• Facilitate linkages to pertinent information, sources of investment capital, and market intelligence

• Engage experts as needed to develop collaborations with domestic and international stakeholders focused on private sector development;

• Engage in effective communication and reporting practices with respect to the duties outlined above, including:

• Developing and maintaining a close working relationship with all MCA Compact Program

Managers and an understanding of overall strategic priorities across the compact program portfolio from the Programs Director, given the cross-cutting nature of the role.

• Developing and maintaining a close working relationship with MCC Finance, Investment, and

Trade counterparts and other MCC staff, facilitated by frequent verbal and written communications; and

• Submitting written reports on a quarterly basis that contain the defined outputs and outcomes as defined in the PSE Strategy, Action Plan, M&E Plan, and any partnership agreements.

Qualifications and Experience

• At a minimum the applicant shall have a University degree in economics, finance/banking, business management, marketing, business law or related fields. Advanced university degree is preferable;

• At least 10 years of proven professional experience in several of the following fields, including at least

5 years working in the private sector and at least 4 years in the agricultural sector (commercial agriculture preferred): commercial or high-value agriculture and/or animal husbandry, value chain development and smallholder sourcing, private sector business development, SME financing or advisory, , donor coordination and partnership development, grant and proposal writing and/or technical evaluation, strategic consulting (with knowledge of agribusiness/agriculture industry);

• Experience working with financial institutions and in the development of business plans and other documents to access financing;

• Knowledge and familiarity with agricultural marketing, and experience conducting market assessment, analyzing value chains, and identifying market opportunities;

• Proven experience in engaging with private sector businesses and organizations and demonstrated success in business development or partnership development;

• Experience with and understanding of challenges faced by MSMEs, cooperatives, and smallholder producers in Niger;

• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing. plus the ability to develop, maintain, and engage a broad range of contacts in the public and private sectors of Niger

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills;

• Strong analytical and report writing skills;

• Ability to work with government institutions in Niger;

• Responsible and flexible attitude and capacity to manage a multiple tasks in different areas without supervision, entrepreneurial and self-driven;

• Demonstrated professionalism, good judgment and flexibility to work as necessary outside normal work hours to meet deadlines and needs of the position;

• Demonstrated ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and in a multinational environment and with multiple external parties;

• Prior experience collaborating with high-level counterparts and thorough understanding of the procedures, policies, and goals of development assistance is desired;

• Experience in donor-financed projects is a plus;

• Fluent in written and oral communication in English and French;

• Excellent computer skills (MS Office Software Package, MS Project 2007).

IRRIGATION INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGER

Supervises: Irrigation Infrastructure Assistant Manager, Project Management Staff

The incumbent will be responsible for coordination, management and implementation of the Irrigation

Perimeter Development Activity of the Irrigation and Market Access Project. In addition, the Irrigation

Infrastructure Manager will oversee the National Water Resource Planning Sub-Activity. He/She will be assisted by a Deputy Irrigation Infrastructure Manager. The Irrigation Perimeter Development Activity will be implemented through a Project Management Office (PMO), which will provide a technical team to plan and manage the delivery of the infrastructure and play the role of the FIDIC Engineer in the management of the construction contracts. In this context the Irrigation Infrastructure Manager will: (i) manage and oversee all activities of the PMO; (ii) ensure that all PMO’s activities are coordinated and integrated with other relevant MCA-Niger activities; and (iii) ensure liaison, coordination and communication of the Project activities within MCA-Niger and with external stakeholders. The National Water Resource Planning sub-

Activity will involve oversight of an assessment of national water resources and formulation of Programme

Hydraulique National (PHN), in close collaboration with relevant GoN and other stakeholders. Specific responsibilities include:

• Act as the focal point within MCA-Niger for all planning, implementation and monitoring of the

Irrigation Perimeter Development Activity portfolio.

• Act as the MCA-Niger technical contracting officer for the PMO and its staff; as such, oversee all the

PMO activities and administer the PMO contract, in close collaboration with other relevant MCA-Niger

Managers. This will include review and approval of all contractual reports and related invoices.

• Evaluate and approve all reports from the PMO on planning, scheduling, project controls and implementation progress and provide technical advice, support and facilitation to keep all project activities on-track and provide regular inputs to MCA-Niger reports (see below).

• Ensure timely preparation of all MCA-Niger monthly, quarterly and other reports to MCC or other stakeholders.

• Ensure coordination with the Procurement Manager, PMO and other relevant MCA-Niger Managers for the timely procurement of consultant services and construction contractors.

• Review and approve all feasibility and design reports and corresponding invoices prepared by the PMO or other consultants.

• Review and approve all FIDIC Interim Payment Certificates (IPC) prepared by the PMO.

• Proactively review all potential and ongoing claims within the context of the FIDIC contracts, with the aim of expeditiously and fairly resolving these claims.

• Liaise regularly with all relevant MCA Managers to ensure full integration of infrastructure activities with related and complementary activities, notably: Environmental and Social Performance (ESP), Resettlement and Land Tenure, Consultations Coordination, Gender and Social Inclusion (GSI) and

Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E).

• Ensure full stakeholder participation in Project implementation and represent MCA in public forums with respect to the Irrigation Infrastructure portfolio and the National Water Resource Planning sub-

Activity.

• Interface with MCC field staff based in Niamey and technical staff based out of Washington DC.

• Interface with MCC’s Independent Engineer and technical leads with other donors involved in sector infrastructure activities.

• Other tasks and responsibilities as requested by the Director of Programs of MCA-Niger.

• Identify activity resource requirements, bottlenecks, risks, and mitigation strategies.

• Act as the focal point within MCA-Niger for all planning and implementation of the Natural Resource

Planning sub-Activity, including ensuring liaison and coordination with the ESP and other MCA

Managers, as well as the Ministry of Hydraulics and Sanitation and other GoN, donor and other stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Degree in Hydrology, Irrigation/Rural Engineering, Civil Engineering or another relevant discipline is required. Appropriate professional registration/licensure is strongly preferred

• Minimum of 12 years of professional experience in project management of large-scale irrigation works projects from pre-feasibility to design to construction and supervision to close out. Experience with

FIDIC contracting is preferred.

• Demonstrated managerial and project oversight skills. At least 7 years of project management experience in irrigation system design construction

• Experience in all phases of engineering procurements – Feasibility and Design, Construction, Construction Inspection, close out, Construction Management, Contract negotiations, cost estimating, and other relevant skills – is required

• Extensive experience with irrigation sector institutions and policies in Niger

• Prior experience collaborating with high-level counterparts and thorough understanding of the procedures, policies, and goals of development assistance is desired

• Capability of building and maintaining productive relationships with a range of actors, including

Government officials, private sector partners, NGOs, and international donors

• Responsible and flexible attitude and capable of working with minimum supervision

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (French and English), both orally and in writing, plus the ability to develop, maintain, and engage a broad range of contacts in the public and private sectors of Niger.

• Strong supervisory and mentoring skills

• Strong people and interpersonal skills

• Computer skills (MS Office, internet, familiarity with project management software preferred, though not required)

ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGER

Supervises: Road Infrastructure Assistant Manager, Project Management Staff

The incumbent will be responsible for coordination, management and implementation of the Road Access to Market Activity of the Irrigation and Market Access Project. He/She will be assisted by an Assistant Road

Infrastructure Manager. This Activity will be implemented through a Project Management Office…