Chemonics seeks a
deputy chief of party for the anticipated USAID-funded Malawi Feed the Future
Ag Diversification for Incomes and Nutrition (ADIN) project. The anticipated
five-year project will foster in
clusive and sustainable growth in Malawi’s
agricultural sector and improve the nutritional status of women and children
under five through a proven nutrition-sensitive approach layering agriculture
and nutrition behavior change interventions in rural communities. The project
will also increase competitiveness of high-value, nutrient-rich value chains
through support for agricultural enterprises and increased access to markets
and finance. The deputy chief of party will play a leading role in designing
and implementing technical interventions to improve value chain productivity
and integrate nutrition, water, sanitation, and hygiene. We are looking for
individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people
around the world.
Responsibilities
include:
- Provide
overall project managerial and technical support to the chief of party - Serve
as key liaison with USAID, the government of Malawi, stakeholders, and
counterparts in the public and private sectors - Manage
and supervise the work of project personnel and subcontractors - Create
and implement a strategic, long-term programmatic vision in collaboration
with team - Oversee
project work planning, performance management, and strategic
communications
Qualifications:
- Advanced
degree preferred in agriculture, economics, nutrition, finance, or a
related area - At
least five years of progressively responsible work experience - Record
of successful delivery of technical assistance - Experience
with USAID preferred - Experience
working collaboratively with the government of Malawi, international
donors, and local organizations - Strong
leadership and communication skills - Fluency
in English is required
Application
Instructions:
Send electronic
submissions to malawiagrecruit@chemonics.com
by August 25, 2015. Please include “deputy chief of party” in the
subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
In addition, please
download and complete Chemonics’ equal
employment opportunity self-identification formand submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.comwith
only “deputy chief of party – ADIN” in the subject line. If you
prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not
wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form
and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.
Chemonics is an equal
opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its
selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity,
marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age,
or other legally protected characteristics.
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