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Navanti Group is a young company with significant growth potential, and we offer rapid advancement for those who excel. The success of our company lies in the quality of our people, which is why we will work hard to foster your talents and develop your career.

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Work on innovative projects in international security, countering radicalization, new media, and business development.

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Team Leader � International, GIZ (Anticipted)

Department:	Programs
Location:	Arlington, VA

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Title: Team Leader � International

Project: Navanti Support for German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ)

Location: Remote + Frequent Travel to Turkey

Employment Type: 1099/Independent Contractor (ad hoc - 24 days of effort of PoP)

Anticipated Period of Performance: July 2025 - August 2026 (14 months)

POSITION NOT YET FUNDED. SOLICITING RESUMES FROM INTERESTED CANDIDATES FOR ANTICIPATED CONTRACT AWARD.

Navanti anticipates supporting a project under the German Agency for International Cooperation (Deutsche Gesellschaft f�r Internationale Zusammenarbeit - GIZ) focused on strengthening local NGOs and building capacity among local stakeholders in the Middle East. The initiative aims to foster sustainable organizational growth, improve community impact, and enhance human capacity development in the region.

Navanti is seeking an experienced International Team Leader to oversee advisory packages, manage project teams, and coordinate communication with GIZ, partners, and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience, strong regional expertise in the Middle East, and a proven background in development cooperation projects.

This role requires a results-oriented leader with strong project management skills, the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments, and a deep understanding of capacity-building strategies.

Tasks:

Lead the overall management and quality assurance of advisory packages, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with project requirements
Coordinate communication with GIZ, local partners, and other stakeholders to maintain alignment with project goals
Manage personnel, including planning, steering, and supporting local and international short-term experts
Identify the need for short-term assignments and manage resource allocation within the available budget
Oversee administrative compliance, ensuring accurate reporting and timely invoicing
Regularly report on project progress in accordance with set deadlines
Review and adapt training topics and tools to meet participant needs and evolving project requirements

Qualifications:

Education/Training: Master�s degree (or equivalent) in Organizational Change Management, Human Capacity Development, Social Sciences, or a related field
Language: C2-level proficiency in English (spoken and written)
General Professional Experience: Minimum of 10 years of professional experience
Specific Professional Experience: At least 6 years supporting local NGOs and building capacity for local stakeholders
Leadership/Management Experience: 5+ years in a management or team leadership role within project-based environments
Regional Experience: 5 years of relevant work experience in the Middle East, with a strong understanding of local contexts and stakeholder dynamics
Development Cooperation Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience working on development cooperation projects

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early, as this position is contingent upon contract award.

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