Uganda: Deputy chief of party
Chemonics seeks a deputy chief of party for the anticipated USAID-funded Youth Leadership for Agriculture project in Uganda. The five-year, $21-million project aims to increase incomes of youth working in agricultural commodities and strengthen the skills obtained through formal and nonformal education and training in 38 of Uganda's Feed the Future focus districts. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
Provide overall project managerial and technical support to the chief of partyBuild partnerships with key stakeholders including local implementing partners, government officials, and USAIDCollaboratively create and implement a strategic, long-term programmatic visionOversee project work planning, performance management, and strategic communicationsSupervise technical and administrative staffQualifications:
Master's degree in agricultural economics, economics, business, international development, public policy, education, or other related field; or a bachelor's degree in a related field with 12 years of relevant experienceMinimum eight years of experience leading and working on agriculture, private enterprise development, or youth development projects and excellent track record of achieving resultsDemonstrated experience with youth and gender activity design and/or program implementationDemonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrityWritten and spoken fluency in English requiredHow to apply:Please submit cover letter, resume, and three professional references to UgandaYLARecruit@chemonics.com by January 27, 2015. Please indicate "Deputy Chief of Party" in the subject of the e-mail. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.comwith only "Chief of Party - Uganda YLA" 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.
Job ID: #813011 Country: Uganda Organization: Chemonics Job years of experience: 10+ years Job type: Job How to apply HomeUpdatesCountriesDisastersTopicsOrganizationsJobsTraining About Us Help ReliefWeb Informing humanitarians worldwide. A service provided by ReliefWeb has been the leading online source for reliable and timely humanitarian information on global crises and disasters since 1996.Learn more about ReliefWeb Do you need country maps for your next humanitarian report, website or presentation?
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