Associate Director (Port Sudan) – DT Global

Job Brief

Port Sudan, Sudan

DT Global works in partnership with communities, governments, and the private sector to deliver innovative solutions that transform lives. DT Global – launched in 2019 – is built on legacy companies AECOM’s International Development Services Sector, Development Transformations, IMC Worldwide, and Cardno International Development. To fulfill its profit-for-purpose mission, DT Global is a key donor to the DT Institute, an independent not-for-profit organization, in support of DTI’s efforts to test new ideas or expand on donor partner priorities to improve as many lives as possible.

Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries. We bring over 60 years of experience, relationships, and technical excellence to improve lives on behalf of our partners, clients, and stakeholders. We aim to maximize sustainable development impact across a wide range of practice areas, including Conflict Prevention, Stabilization & Transition; Economic Growth; Environment & Infrastructure; Governance; and Human Development. Together, we aim to positively impact 500 million lives by 2045.

Project Background:

DT Global is recruiting for project positions for a 38-month USAID-funded program in Sudan focused on strengthening citizen engagement around shared, democratic values. The program aims to build the capacity of civil society organizations, support social institution building, and strengthen strategic communications and public information/outreach in order to improve citizens’ access to timely and accurate information.

Position Summary:

The Associate Director will be the primary Sudan 2 point of contact in Sudan and manage program operations and the Sudan 2 field offices, including the main project office in Port Sudan. This position will report to the Deputy Chief of Party-Operations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the project’s administrative, procurement, and logistics in compliance with USAID, local requirements, and DT Global’s policies.
  
• Work with the Chief of Party (COP), Regional Program Manager (RPM) if applicable, and Country Security Specialist (CSS), sharing critical information regarding upcoming trends and potential threats to project implementation and taking necessary security measures, along with CSS and Africa Regional Security Manager. 
  
• Lead and manage the overall operational platform for all offices in Sudan and provide recommendations to improve day-to-day operational and logistical management.
  
• Support the Deputy Chief of Party-Programs (DCOP-P) and program leadership to ensure systematic information sharing for effective activity implementation. 
  
• Oversee complex procurements for the project in compliance with USAID rules and regulations, local regulations, and DT Global policies.
  
• Liaise with the home office program management unit (PMU) and Senior Management Team (SMT) for situational awareness and recommendations.
  
• Lead on identification and selection of new program offices in-country in compliance with USAID rules and regulations, local regulations, and DT Global policies.
  
• Serve as the main in-country focal point/point of contact on all program operations, procurement, and logistics matters and needs, coordinating between the project office in Port Sudan, other country offices, and the remote management platform in Nairobi, Kenya as needed.
  
• Streamline and standardize operational procedures across all in-country offices, maintaining maximum integration with other departments and field offices.
  
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Education & Minimum Qualifications:

• Three to five years of relevant work experience and a bachelor’s degree.
• Relevant experience entails working in complex, high-speed, and/or challenging field operations in developing countries.
• Prior experience working on USAID-funded programs in complex, conflict-affected environments preferred.
• Knowledge of USAID’s and donor policies and procedures regarding procurement processes and systems.
• Ability to successfully lead change management processes, manage difficult personnel issues and lead a team.
• Good communication (verbal and writing) and interpersonal relationships development skills.
• Excellent organization and time management and ability to work in a team and under pressure and on tight deadlines.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Fluency in written and oral English and Arabic is required.
• Legal authorization to work in Sudan is required.

Core Competencies:

TEAMWORK: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust and commitment.  

COMMUNICATION: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.  

ADAPTABILITY: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.  

CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Anticipates, monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner. 

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly. 

PROFESSIONALISM: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal. 

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

DT Global, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or national origin. DT Global, LLC prohibits discriminating against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant.