Chief of Party at ACDI/VOCA Nigeria

ACDI/VOCA - For over 50 years and in 146 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 34 projects in 26 countries and revenues of approximately $174 million.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief of Party

Id: 4408
Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• We are currently seeking Chief of Party candidates for an upcoming USAID funded, multi-year agricultural competitiveness program in Nigeria. The purpose of this activity is to strengthen agriculture productivity and profitability of smallholder farmers.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership management and general technical direction of the entire program.
• Identify issues and risks related to program implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate program adjustments.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Agricultural science, Economics, Marketing, Trade or other relevant graduate degree.
• 10 years or more of progressively responsible work experience in managing and implementing rural development programs with demonstrated strong management and coordinating skills.
• Substantial management experience and knowledge of project management, private sector development, gender mainstreaming and working in a multi-cultural environment.
• Prior USAID Chief of Party experience is preferred.
• Fluency in English is required.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Incumbent should demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills as pertain to applications for agriculture and enterprise development. Proven ability to identify and develop innovative public-private partnerships.

Application Closing Date
8th March, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note:

• No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted.
• Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.