Organization Summary

Research Triangle Institute (RTI) International is an independent, nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world’s most critical problems with science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across the social and laboratory sciences, engineering, and international development.

Division Summary

RTI’s Governance and Youth Economic Opportunities (GYEO) Division within its International Development Group provides high-quality technical assistance to improve governance practices at the national, regional, and local levels that promotes development, ensures equitable access to resources, and delivers effective services that meet people’s basic needs. Good governance practices build bridges between governments and citizens and strengthen democratic reforms. GYEO focuses on ensuring that best practices at the local and regional levels inform national policy reforms and contribute to strengthening democratic decentralization processes, foster sustainable economic growth, job creation, and increased standards of living.

Anticipated Project Summary

The broad objective of the Local Governance Strengthening Activity (LGSA) is to improve the inclusivity and accountability of government at the sub-national level in Myanmar. USAID anticipates that the contractor may engage with a wide range of actors including, but not limited to the Ministry of Union Government (MoUG), General Administration Department (GAD), other line ministries, state and regional governments, civil society, the private sector, and service providers and political representatives.

Position Summary

RTI is currently accepting applications for Chief of Party (COP) for the anticipated USAID-funded Strengthening Accountable Governance and Civic Engagement in Myanmar. The COP must be a governance and civil society expert with experience in Myanmar. This position will be a full-time role based in Yangon, Myanmar with regular travel throughout the country.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall management of the LGSA Activity including technical, administrative, operational, security, and logistical management.
• Lead the strategic planning for the Activity, including annual work plans; ensure close coordination with USAID and program partners and stakeholders.
• Foster and maintain effective, professional relations with a broad range of government and civil society counterparts.
• Confer with USAID management on strategic issues to maximize impact and scale, minimize costs, and maximize efficiency and sustainability in achieving project requirements.
• Serve as primary Activity liaison with USAID, host country governments, other implementers, and the RTI home office.
• Oversee project management, technical work, scheduling, and deadlines associated with the Activity. Ability to assign specific tasks and duties as necessary to fulfill deliverables.
• Ensure all activities conform to the terms and conditions of project requirements, including cost, schedule, and quality parameters.
• Ensure the timely and quality completion of all Activity deliverables and reports in accordance with USAID guidelines.
• Provide day-to-day operational oversight and administration of the Activity.
• Directly supervise and mentor project staff.
• Direct and supervise the performance and delivery of services by both international and national subcontractors.