Chemonics seeks a
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 inclusive 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 c
ommunities. 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 chief of party will play a critical role in providing overall
strategic project leadership, management, and technical direction, and will be
the primary liaison with major project stakeholders. We are looking for
individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people
around the world.
Responsibilities:
- Serve
as the project’s principal liaison with USAID, the government of Malawi,
and stakeholders and counterparts in the public and private sectors - Provide
overall program direction, including oversight of annual work planning - Manage
and supervise the project’s technical and administrative staff - Ensure
quality and timeliness of all project deliverables
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 - Strong
managerial/supervisory experience and excellent interpersonal skills - Experience
with USAID preferred - Experience
working collaboratively with the government of Malawi, international
donors, and local organizations - Ability
to interact effectively and collaboratively with multiple stakeholders including
local governments, USAID, and international donors - Strong
leadership and communication skills - Demonstrated
leadership, versatility, and integrity - Fluency
in English is required
Application
Instructions:
Send electronic
submissions to MalawiAgRecruit@Chemonics.com
by August 25, 2015. Please include “chief of party” in the subject
line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
In addition, please
download and complete Chemonics’ equalemployment opportunity self-identification formand submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.comwith
only “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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