ACDI/VOCA Chief of Party, Mozambique

Since 1963 and in 145 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 to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has 83 projects in 37 countries and revenues of approximately $168 million.

Chief of Party, Mozambique

We are currently seeking a Chief of Party for an upcoming multi-year Feed the Future (FTF) USAID-funded program in Mozambique. This project will increase the agricultural productivity of smallholder farmers, create market linkages and improve the competitiveness of the following value chains: oilseeds, pulses, horticulture and cashews. Anticipated activities include promoting the use of improved agricultural technologies and inputs, improving access to agricultural finance, strengthening public-private partnerships and building the capacity of local organizations and business development service providers.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • technical leadership in one or more key program focus areas, as listed above • supervision of all international consultants and local project staff • quality control and timeliness of all deliverables • preparation or supervision of work plans, financial, logistical and other documents • review of all financial and logistical information on a periodic basis • recommendation and evaluation of proposed staff • serving as principal liaison with USAID staff, institutions and client country partners to exchange information and develop professional relationships • verbal or written presentations to varied audiences as requested

Minimum qualifications: • demonstrated expertise and a minimum of 15 years’ experience in managing large (at least $10 million), complex value chain or agri-business projects, with experience in production, agricultural economics, market intelligence or a related field • a minimum of 10 years’ experience as a COP, Project Director or similar senior management position for projects with similar magnitude and complexity in developing countries • excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills • demonstrated ability to be collaborative across projects, flexible and creative • strong communications and interpersonal skills with shown ability to productively interact with a wide range of organizations (government, private sector, NGOs and research institutions) • master’s degree in agricultural economics, economics, or other value-chain-related field or a bachelor’s degree in a relevant agricultural field • fluency in English and Portuguese required

How to apply:

Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E55C6C361D43515B7E59192F7756196301627B4D. No phone calls please. Only finalists will be contacted. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. EOE.