We are currently seeking a Chief of Party/Program Director for upcoming multi-year donor-funded opportunities in Mozambique.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Responsibilities:
- Technical leadership in one or more key areas of focus for the program, as listed above
- Supervision of all international consultants and local project staff
- Quality control and timeliness of all deliverables
- Preparation or supervision of work plans, financial, logistical and other documents
- Review of all financial and logistical information on a periodic basis
- Recommendation and evaluation of proposed staff
- Serve as principal liaison with USAID staff, institutions, and client country partners to exchange information and develop professional relationship
Minimum Qualifications:
- Demonstrated expertise and a minimum of 10 years? experience in managing, value chain or agri-business projects, with experience in production, agricultural economics, market intelligence, or related field.
- A minimum of 5 years? experience as a COP, Project Director, or similar senior management position for projects with similar scope in developing countries
- Demonstrated knowledge in program monitoring & evaluations, financial management and procurement
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to be collaborative across projects, flexible and creative.
- Strong communications and interpersonal skills with evidence of ability to productively interact with a wide range and levels of organizations (government, private sector, NGOs, research institutions).
- Relevant degree in agricultural economics, economics, agriculture or other value-chain-related field
- Fluency in written English and Portuguese required.
No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply.
