Welcome to this engaging audio series designed to guide new, aspiring, and experienced local Chiefs of Party and other aspiring project leaders through the essentials of leading a USAID-funded project with foresight and excellence. Whether you're navigating the USAID landscape for the first time or seeking to sharpen your skills, we're here to provide the guidance you need to navigate the unique challenges of this role. Host Dr. Donna Vincent Roa, an experienced Chief of Party and certified ...
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Episode 21 - Leading With the Heart: Fostering Workplace Compassion
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Send us a Text Message. Learn why leading with compassion is critical in the high-stakes world of international development and humanitarian assistance. Discover ways chiefs of party can foster supportive, human-centered workplaces through deep listening, validating emotions, kind gestures, compassionate policies, frequent check-ins, and more. When…
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Episode 20 - A COP’s Blueprint for Impactful Communication
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Send us a Text Message. “A COP’s Blueprint for Impactful Communications” is your strategic guide to mastering impactful communication in USAID projects. Donna Vincent Roa provides the blueprint to craft messages that resonate and drive action. This episode is essential for leaders looking to inspire, engage, and align their teams and stakeholders. …
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Episode 19 - Strategic Spending Mindset: Making Every USAID Dollar Count
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Send us a Text Message. “Strategic Spending Mindset: Making Every USAID Dollar Count” delves into the strategic nuances of USAID project budgeting. Join Donna Vincent Roa to learn how to optimize every aspect of your project’s financials. This podcast is essential for chiefs of party who seek to turn USAID funding into lasting impacts. Mastering th…
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Episode 18 - Navigating Uncertainty: Mastering Risk in Your USAID Project
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Send us a Text Message. Step into the world of strategic foresight with “Navigating Uncertainty: Mastering Risk in development and humanitarian assistance Projects.” Donna Vincent Roa equips you with the insights and tactics to anticipate and mitigate risks in your USAID projects. This episode is essential for every chief of party seeking to conver…
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Episode 17 - Data to Story: Reporting Your Impact Narrative
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Send us a Text Message. In “Data to Story: Reporting Your Impact Narrative,” Donna Vincent Roa transforms the concept of USAID reporting from a procedural task to a powerful storytelling tool. This essential episode empowers chiefs of party to craft reports that resonate with stakeholders, turning data and objectives into a compelling narrative of …
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Episode 16 - Influence and Inclusion: Shaping Projects With Stakeholder Synergy
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Send us a Text Message. This episode offers a deep dive into the chief of party role, emphasizing the power of stakeholder engagement in USAID projects. Donna Vincent Roa brings actionable insights on transforming stakeholder networks into strong project alliances. Ideal for leaders looking to drive meaningful development and humanitarian assistanc…
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Episode 15 - Goals That Grow: Engaging Teams in SMART Project Planning
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Send us a Text Message. “Goals That Grow” is your five-minute masterclass in engaging teams with SMART goals for USAID projects. Dr. D. offers invaluable insights into making goal-setting a shared journey that motivates and mobilizes your team. This episode is essential listening for new chiefs of party seeking to craft a clear, actionable roadmap …
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Episode 14 - The Agile Leader: Infusing Startup Energy into USAID Projects
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Send us a Text Message. Step into “The Agile Leader: Infusing Startup Energy into USAID Projects,” a compelling narrative designed for new chiefs of party ready to embrace innovation. Dr. D. guides you through instilling a startup mentality and design thinking in your project, creating a resilient and adaptable culture. This episode is a treasure t…
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Episode 13 - Groundwork for Growth: The Art of Local Alliance Building
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Send us a Text Message. Dive into “Roots of Resilience: Strategic Local Collaborations” for a masterclass in fortifying your USAID project through powerful local partnerships. Dr. Roa offers a blueprint to elevate your chief of party role beyond transactional interactions, transforming local alliances into enduring pillars of success. With real-wor…
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Episode 9 - Maintaining Work-Life Balance In High-Stress Projects
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Send us a Text Message. This is a five-minute masterclass for chiefs of party dedicated to the high-impact world of USAID projects. You’re more than a leader; you’re a human navigating the demands of an intense career while striving for personal fulfillment. This episode offers a tapestry of strategies to weave work-life balance into your daily rou…
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Episode 10 - Speak With Impact: The Leader’s Guide To Compelling Oratory
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Send us a Text Message. Embark on a journey to master the art of public speaking with “Speak with Impact: The Leader’s Guide to Compelling Oratory.“ This narrative is a treasure trove for chiefs of party seeking to voice their vision with clarity and passion. Learn to craft compelling narratives, use silence strategically, and engage your audience …
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Episode 11 - Crafting Clarity: Shaping Perception With Your Narrative
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Send us a Text Message. As a USAID chief of party, you are the primary storyteller of your project. Crafting a compelling narrative that resonates with stakeholders is key. Identify your core impact. Use data and testimonials as foundations. Share relatable human stories that evoke empathy. Structure your narrative with a beginning, middle, and end…
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Episode 12 - Partners In Progress: Connecting With Your Home Office For Project Success
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Send us a Text Message. Fostering strategic relationships with your home office amplifies impact. Establish clear communication channels. Align goals through collaborative planning. Address challenges together. Deliver quality work and celebrate shared achievements. Deepen bonds by instituting new touchpoints like virtual workshops. Let partnership…
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Episode 8 - The Mind-Gut Connection: Integrating Intuition And Logic
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Send us a Text Message. Discover how to tap into intuition and emotions as a leader strategically. Regain balance by complementing data-driven decisions with your innate wisdom. With reflection and a willingness to listen inward, your intuition and feelings reveal powerful insights to guide you. ******* Created exclusively for new and aspiring Chie…
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Episode 7: Make Your Mark - The Art Of Bold Decision-Making
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Send us a Text Message. Dive into “Make Your Mark: The Art of Bold Decision-Making,“ a must-listen to episode for USAID-funded project’s chiefs of party looking to elevate their leadership. Discover how to blend data with intuition, seek diverse perspectives, and communicate decisions with conviction. This episode is not just about making tough cal…
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Episode 5: Leading The Charge: What It Takes To Be A Rock Star Chief Of Party
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Send us a Text Message. Tune into “Leading the Charge: What it Takes to Be a Rock Star Chief of Party“ for a backstage pass into transformative leadership. This episode hits the high notes on how to harmonize USAID’s structure with your team’s creativity. Learn actionable steps to inspire, engage, and celebrate your way to success. Whether you’re a…
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Episode 6: Strategies for a Transformative Start as a USAID Chief of Party
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Send us a Text Message. Dive into the decisive first 90 days of a chief of party’s journey, unlocking strategies to deliver quick wins and foster trust in USAID-funded projects. This narrative offers a treasure trove of insights. It’s packed with actionable advice, empowering you to lead with vision, establish credibility, and inspire your team fro…
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Episode 4 - Through the COR’s Lens: Insights for New Chiefs of Party
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Send us a Text Message. Learn how to engage your COR for compliance and as a strategic thought partner for project success. Discover tips like consistent communication, collaborating on plans, involving CORs in decisions, and elevating them to trusted advisors. Let these lessons from CORs unlock stronger partnerships and leadership impact! ******* …
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Episode 3 - Beyond Compliance: Leveraging USAID Relationships For Shared Success
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Send us a Text Message. The relationship you build with your COR or AOR is the bedrock upon which project success is built. This episode offers insights and strategies and the inspiration to transform a bureaucratic necessity into a dynamic partnership. Tune in to become a chief of party who doesn’t just manage but leads with connection and collabo…
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Episode 2 - The Chiefs’ of Party Compass: Navigating USAID Systems For Effective Leadership
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Send us a Text Message. USAID-funded project Chiefs of Party must expertly navigate the agency’s elaborate policies, procedures, and personnel to steer projects successfully. This podcast reveals insider tips for harnessing USAID systems-from immersing in ADS guidelines to collaborating with Agreement Officers, Contracting Officer's Representatives…
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Episode 1 - Unpacking the COP Role: A 90-day Success Blueprint
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the "Chief of Party to Chief of Party - Success in Your First 90 Days" microcast. Hosted by Dr. Donna Vincent Roa, a certified development project director, this series is your go-to for daily bursts of leadership insights tailored for USAID-funded project leaders. Today’s episode sets the stage for the crucial fi…
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