Chief of Party Tanzania Feed the Future 2014, Tanzania

Chemonics seeks a chief of party for an anticipated multiyear USAID-funded Feed the Future agricultural competitiveness project in Tanzania. The project aims to increase incomes of the smallholder farmers through enhanced productivity, increased investments, and improved market systems. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead design and implementation of program activities to support improved agricultural productivity, increased rural prosperity, and improved food security
• Manage, mentor, and develop a high performance team of international and local technical and administrative staff
• Develop and maintain high trust relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Partner with USAID to ensure program activities and designs are integrated with USAID's strategy and portfolio of programs across Tanzania
• Promote and celebrate program activities and results through formal reports, public events, conference speaking, and published articles

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in agricultural economics, international development, business administration, or other relevant field
• Minimum 10 years of senior management experience on donor-funded agricultural development programs, preferably in Africa
• Experience managing subcontracts and grants to local organizations
• Experience with USAID regulations in budgeting, procurement, and financial management required
• Strong communication skills required
• Familiarity with political, social, and cultural context of Tanzania preferred
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity

Application Instructions:

Send electronic submissions to TanzaniaAgCOP@chemonics.com by August 15, 2014. Please include the name of the position in the subject line. 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.com with only "Tanzania Chief of Party - Feed the Future" 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 received consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.