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 80 projects in 36 countries and revenues of approximately $168 million.

Chief of Party, Ghana

We are currently seeking a Chief of Party for an anticipated USAID-funded agricultural program in Ghana that will increase the competitiveness of the maize, rice and soy value chains. The project will use a value chain approach to increase agricultural productivity, market access and trade for rural smallholders and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) while strengthening local capacity for advocacy, institution building and implementation. The position is subject to ACDI/VOCA being awarded the program.

Responsibilities:

•   Provide overall leadership and technical direction for the program
•   Design, develop and implement strategies to improve agricultural productivity and market linkages to increase rural household incomes
•   Serve as principal liaison with USAID staff, host country partners and other institutions and organizations to exchange information and ensure collaboration
•   Manage the technical input of all staff, consultants, subcontractors and project partners
•   Lead the design and conduct implementation of project work plans
•   Oversee program compliance with USAID and ACDI/VOCA policies and procedures
•   Oversee program administration in such areas as human resources, M&E, budget and finance

Qualification Required & Experience

•   University degree in economics, business, agriculture, international relations or other related field. Advanced degree preferred
•   Minimum of 10 years of relevant and progressively more sophisticated experience designing and managing the implementation of agricultural value chain programs
•   At least seven years of progressively more responsible supervisory experience managing large, complex projects, preferably on USAID-funded contracts
•   Previous experience working in Ghana or West Africa
•   Strong communications and interpersonal skills with evidence of ability to productively interact with diverse staff and a wide range of organizations including government, private sector, NGOs and research institutions
•   Fluent in English, written and spoken

Location: Ghana

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should

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Closing Date: 09 August, 2013