We are currently seeking a Chief of Party for an
ongoing, multi-year USAID-funded program focused on reducing poverty and hunger
by improving the inclusiveness and competitiveness of the livestock value chain
in two counties in the arid lands of Kenya. For this role extensive experience
working with pastoralists is highly preferred. Kenyan nationals are strongly
encouraged to apply; the position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, with
significant travel required to Marsabit and Isiolo Counties.
ongoing, multi-year USAID-funded program focused on reducing poverty and hunger
by improving the inclusiveness and competitiveness of the livestock value chain
in two counties in the arid lands of Kenya. For this role extensive experience
working with pastoralists is highly preferred. Kenyan nationals are strongly
encouraged to apply; the position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, with
significant travel required to Marsabit and Isiolo Counties.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership and technical
direction for the entire program that corresponds with best practice
markets systems development - Design, develop and implement strategies to
improve agricultural productivity and strengthen market linkages to
increase rural household incomes - Serve as principal liaison with USAID staff,
host country partners, and private sector value chain actors to secure
commitment, ensure open dialogue that benefits the program goals,
disseminate clear information and develop professional relationships - Manage the technical input of all staff,
consultants, subcontractors, and project partners and synthesize for
effective reporting - Lead the design and drive implementation of
project work plan - Ensure project contract compliance with USAID
and ACDI/VOCA policies and procedures - Oversee program administration, human
resources, budget pipeline, and finance - Communicate effectively with other USAID
project managers, donors, and other indigenous and international NGOs to
ensure positive visibility of project activities
Qualifications
- 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) - Demonstrated ability to collaborate across
projects, to be flexible and creative - Demonstrated skill in strategic thinking and
policy analysis and ability to dialogue with host country government - At least 10 years of professional experience
working in livestock or agricultural development programs in the Horn of
Africa, especially in the pastoral areas
To be
considered for this recruitment, please e-mail your resume to REGALAG@joinav.org.
considered for this recruitment, please e-mail your resume to REGALAG@joinav.org.
Please
include the position title in the subject line. No phone calls please. Only
finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.
include the position title in the subject line. No phone calls please. Only
finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.
Please apply
by close of business, May 14, 2013.
by close of business, May 14, 2013.
