Technical Lead

1 week ago


Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Social Impact Full time

Technical Lead, USAID Power Africa Initiative Support Mechanism (PAISM), Pretoria, South Africa
Social Impact is a global development management consulting firm. We provide monitoring, evaluation, strategic planning, and capacity building services to advance development effectiveness. We work across all development sectors including democracy and governance, health and education, the environment, and economic growth.

Since 1997 we have worked in over 100 countries for clients such as US government agencies, bilateral donors, multilateral development banks, foundations, and nonprofits.


Proposal Objective:


Social Impact is pursuing a two-year base period and three 1-year option period project to support to the USAID Power Africa (PA) Coordinator Office (PACO) teams, which includes the Energy, Partnership, and Program offices, through targeted M&E/ CLA advisory services; relationship management support; technical assistance, database management, and capacity building that improves organizational and development outcomes for PA.

The anticipated award will be summer/fall 2024.

Position Description:


Social Impact is seeking a full-time Technical Lead to oversee and direct M&E services under PAISM Objectives - 4, which include monitoring, evaluation and assessments; collaborating, learning, and adapting (CLA); and knowledge management services.

The Technical Lead will provide quality assurance across all technical tasks and deliverables to USAID/PA.


This will be a full-time position based in Pretoria, South Africa for the duration of the contract, contingent upon contract award.


Please Note:

South African citizens based in South Africa
and legal residents of South Africa with work authorization are encouraged to apply.



Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee technical services including monitoring, evaluations and assessments, CLA, and knowledge management for USAID/PA, implementing partners, and other stakeholders.
  • Responsible for the design, quality, and final deliverables for related services under Objectives 1
  • Supervise and mentor PAISM staff. Ensure that shortterm technical team members are of a high caliber and possess the required technical expertise.
  • Coordinate with USAID/PA and PACO teams, SI-HQ staff, and implementing partners in the direction of technical MEL, CLA, and KM activities, from scope of work, design, implementation, dissemination, and utilization phases.

Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in the field of international development, public administration, business administration or related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience in the design, management, and implementation of monitoring, evaluations, CLA, and knowledge management in international development.
  • Experience serving on projects/programs and/or activities related to the power sector, including energy, engineering, and the environment, is preferred.
  • Previous experience supporting USAIDfunded MEL support contracts in a similar capacity.
  • Proven supervisory, mentorship, and leadership capabilities for all levels of staff (employees and consultants).
  • Familiarity with Power Africa and key relevant USAID strategies and policies, including the USAID Climate Strategy and the USAID Localization Policy.
  • Fluency in oral and written English. Superior oral and written communication skills.
  • Professional proficiency in French is preferred.
  • A commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive work and learning environment.


Come join our energetic and innovative team We offer you the opportunity to play a leading role in the growth of our company, work as part of a creative and committed team, and make a difference in the well-being of our world.

SI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.


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