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Since 1963 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 60 projects in 30 countries and total revenues of
$173 million.Chief of Party, Tanzania
We are currently seeking a Chief of Party
for an upcoming multi-year, USAID-funded program in Tanzania focused on
increasing the productivity and competitiveness of the horticultural sector.
The anticipated multi-million dollar project will build-on and coordinate with
current agriculture-focused programming across Tanzania to increase the overall
income and livelihoods of producers and agricultural market stakeholders. The
Chief of Party will lead all aspects of project implementation, technical
direction, and representation for the life of the project. The position is
subject to ACDI/VOCA being awarded the program.Responsibilities: Provide
technical leadership, oversight and support to all aspects of the program
Supervise all international and local project staff and consultants, providing
operational and technical oversight and mentorship when appropriate Ensure
quality and timeliness of all deliverables in line with set project timelines
and objectives Prepare or supervise work plans and financial, M&E,
logistical plans and other documents Review all financial and logistical
information and reporting to ensure compliance with donor, organizational, and
other stakeholder requirements Evaluate proposed staff and provide leadership
and mentoring to senior-level managers Serve as principal liaison with USAID
staff, government and private sector institutions, and client-country partners
to exchange information and develop professional relationships Make verbal or
written presentations to stakeholders at all levels Identify issues and risks
related to program implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate
program adjustmentsQualifications: M.S., M.B.A., or other post-graduate degree
in agricultural economics, business administration or other relevant technical
fields Minimum of 10 years of relevant and progressive work experience in
Tanzania, East Africa, or other regions of Africa with a similar development
context At least 5 years of Chief of Party experience Demonstrated knowledge and
experience with strategies for improving horticulture production and developing
market linkages Demonstrated history of providing highly effective technical
and managerial leadership on sizable agriculture initiatives; specific
horticulture project experience preferred Demonstrated experience with USAID
regulations, procedures, protocols, and reporting requirements; Experience with
USAID contracts preferred Familiarity with USAID grants programming and
management Excellent communication, technical and reporting skills Fluency in
English is requiredPlease apply online at www.acdivoca.org/internationaljobs .
No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities
encouraged to apply. EOE.
