Economic Growth Advisor (USAID/Egypt)
Department: USAID MENA
Office: USAID Office in Egypt
Location: Cairo , Governorate 4234122, Egypt
Function: Professional Services
Job ID: 710
Work Mode: Remote
Position Title: Economic Growth Advisor
Work Mode: Remote with in-country support as needed
TDYs: One trip for four days for the ERSI launch in Hurghada, Egypt
Period of Performance: 6 months
Clearance Requirements: Facility Access Clerarance
Position Description:
Vistant is recruiting for the Economic Growth Advisor in support of USAID/Egypt for the Egyptian Red Sea Initiative (ERSI) activity. The Advisor will be responsible for the following tasks:
Support Consultations and Proposal Process:
+ Assist with consultations and proposal development for the Global Fund for Coral Reef (GFCR), including discussions on establishing an appropriate entity to succeed GFCI/ERSI.
+ Facilitate USAID’s involvement in the Advisory and Steering Committees during the early stages of project implementation.
Collaborate with Climate Finance for Development Accelerator (CFDA):
+ Engage in consultations with USAID’s Washington-based CFDA activity, which provides local legal services on the appropriate type of entity following GFCR.
Close Collaboration with UNDP:
+ Help identify the best mechanism for a follow-on self-sustaining conservation fund involving multiple donors and stakeholders.
+ Refine communication and pitching approaches to solicit funding from additional donors and private sector partners.
+ Develop guidelines for managing the conservation fund in collaboration with government officials, donors, private sector, and local community leaders.
+ Finalize the design of related activities, including technical assistance and grants to local organizations in the Red Sea area, and assist in preparing and reviewing procurement documents and supporting project milestones.
Support Preparations:
+ Prepare for the launch of ERSI in Hurghada, Egypt.
+ Prepare for an ERSI showcase at the International Coral Reef Initiative in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
+ Prepare for a debt-for-nature swap workshop with the Government of Egypt.
Specific Deliverables:
Report outlining USAID’s roles in Advisory and Steering Committees for ERSI. Deliverables for the ERSI launch event, such as PowerPoint presentations and draft remarks for the Ambassador and Mission Director. Presentation materials for the debt-for-nature swap workshop. Notes and summary report for the debt-for-nature swap workshop.
Required Experience and Education:
At least 15 years of relevant international development or USAID experience. Master's Degree is required for this role. Ability to obtain and maintain Facility Access Clearance.
Legal Disclaimers
Applicants selected may be subject to a background investigation and must meet suitability requirements for eligibility. Telework/Remote Work policies are contingent upon client needs and staffing requirements and are subject to change.
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