DEPUTY CHIEF OF PARTYUGANDA
Chemonics seeks a deputy chief of party for an anticipated five-year, USAID-funded project in Uganda. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. The project aims to enable vulnerable households to improve nutrition and achieve sustainable food and livelihood security. Responsibilities include: Provide day-to-day oversight and coordination of the technical team. Support the chief of party to ensure timely achievement of project objectives according to the work plan and performance management plan. Serve as a key liaison between the project and relevant counterparts. QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree in international development, agriculture, economics, public health, nutrition, or related field. Minimum five years of progressively responsible work experience in managing or implementing development programs, preferably in Africa. Experience with, and commitment to, addressing gender issues at the household level or capacity building in the agriculture or health sectors. Experience with organizational capacity building. Experience managing grants preferred. Demonstrated leadership, integrity, and versatility. English language fluency required. TO APPLY: Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to UgandaCC@chemonics.com no later than September 23, 2011. No phone calls please. Finalist will be contacted.
