Deputy Chief of Party,Career Opportunity in Uganda, Jobs in Uganda,
CNFA is a not-for-profit organization based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to stimulating economic growth in the agricultural sector by nurturing entrepreneurship, private enterprise and market linkages. CNFA specializes in fostering private sector investments in training, new technologies and marketing as a means to increase the overall competitiveness of agricultural value chains, to expand exports, and to develop skills in the rural workforce. CNFA assists smallholders in increasing household-level food security and nutrition through improved agricultural practices, introduction of new varieties, diversification of crop production, food preservation and storage, development of farmer-based organizations (FBOs) and strengthened linkages to markets.Uganda has two untapped assets that could spur broad-based economic growth: its agricultural potential and its large youth population. Uganda, however, faces daunting challenges with a growing "youth bulge" triggered by the world’s fourth fastest population growth rate of 3.23%. With almost 50 percent of the population under age 14, Uganda is the world’s second-youngest country. The “Youth Leadership for Agriculture in Uganda,” a USAID funded project, purpose is to increase economic opportunities for hundreds of thousands of Ugandan female and male youth ages 10 to 35 in agriculture-related fields in order to increase their incomes and build entrepreneurship, leadership, and workforce readiness. The capacity of selected workforce institutions and value chain actors will be strengthened to ensure sustainability of youth outcomes.The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will work closely with the Chief of Party to manage the day-to-day operations of the activity. The DCOP will provide technical and managerial leadership and will focus on building partnerships with key stakeholders. In the absence of the COP, the DCOP will assume full responsibility for the Activity.• Minimum of 8 years of experience in international development, preferably in agriculture, private enterprise development, or youth development and 5 years of work experience as Deputy Chief of Party, Senior Program Manager or an equivalent position managing large (at least $5 million per year). Direct experience working in Uganda is preferable.• Excellent track record of achieving results in similar activities, demonstrated high level leadership, interpersonal, technical, analytical, and skills.• Minimum of a Master’s degree in agricultural economics, economics, business, international development, public policy, education, or other relevant field. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 12 years of experience may be substituted for a Master’s degree.• Experience working with USAID and international donors and familiarity with U.S. Government international assistance programs;• Must be professionally proficient and fluent in written and spoken English.Women and Ugandans are strongly encouraged to apply!Qualified candidates should submit their CV and Cover Letter to jobs@cnfa.org with the subject line: “Deputy Chief of Party – Uganda” by January 23rd 5pm ET.
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