Episode 60 - Compliance in Chaos: Upholding USAID Regulations Amidst Crisis

Chief of Party to Chief of Party: Success in Your First 90 Days

In a landscape where crisis is the new normal, how do you maintain unwavering compliance with USAID regulations? Dive into this episode for an insider’s guide to navigating uncertainty without compromising integrity. Learn how to leverage your compliance plan as a lifeline, turn your team into compliance watchdogs, and engage strategically with stakeholders to align urgent needs with strict regulations. Discover the art of resilience in documentation and capacity building that prepares your project to withstand any storm. For the Chief of Party ready to lead with accountability and ethics, this is your roadmap to success. When the stakes are high, the need for strategic, actionable guidance is critical. This episode equips leaders with the tools to uphold the highest standards of compliance, even in the midst of chaos, ensuring the success and integrity of their USAID-funded projects.

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Created exclusively for new and aspiring chiefs of party (COPs), this microcast was brought to you by USAID's Partnerships Incubator, a $47M project led by Dr. Donna Vincent Roa. With over 20 years of experience advising international development organizations and serving as a USAID chief of party for multiple projects, Donna understands today's project leaders' unique challenges.
She provides research-backed strategies and real-world insights to equip you for the complexities of leading a USAID project. You’ll discover field-tested tips for managing staff, achieving results, building local partnerships, and navigating USAID rules and regulations.
Whether you’re transitioning into your first chief of party role, looking to accelerate effectiveness, or are creating a pipeline for new COPs, this microcast will enhance your leadership capabilities.
This series was made possible by the support of the American people through USAID. The content of this audio series is based on the host's experience serving as a Chief of Party on a USAID award, and the content may not be applicable in all situations.
Implemented by Kaizen, A Tetra Tech Company, USAID's Partnerships Incubator is a five-year USAID project funded under Contract Number GS10F0124Y/7200AA19M00027.
For more information, visit www.workwithUSAID.gov, a free resource hub created to help you learn about USAID.