- Location: Washington, D.C., DC
- Sector: Non Profit
- Organization URL: http://www.acdivoca.org/jobs
- Experience: Mid Career
- Last Date To Apply Jan-13-2012
- Date Posted Nov-28-2011
Description
Since 1963 and in 145 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 to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 90 projects in 40 countries and total revenues of $140 million.
We are currently seeking a Project Coordinator for an anticipated USAID-funded project. Primary responsibilities are to provide backstopping support to 3-4 field offices to ensure timely submission of information for monthly field reports; process procurement and funding requests in a timely manner and ensure donor compliance; and mobilize short-term consultants. Other duties include the following: track reported deliverables to project work plans, research and generate drafts of background reports, participate in new business opportunities and facilitate training sessions on technical and operational issues.
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in international development, agriculture, finance, economics or related field, plus a minimum of two years of professional experience in international development, required; a master’s degree is strongly preferred. Knowledge of USAID procurement procedures is preferred. Candidates must possess knowledge of international development with strong statistical/analytical, written and verbal skills. Candidates must also be proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and the internet as a research tool. French or Spanish language skills are preferred. Position is contingent on ACDI/VOCA being awarded the project.
Contact Details
- Contact: Tatiana Tompkins
- Telephone: 202-469-6204
- Email: ttompkins@acdivoca.org
Application Instructions
Please apply online at http://www.acdivoca.org/jobs or respond with résumé, cover letter and salary history to Attn: HR/PC-PO, 50 F Street NW, Suite 1075, Washington, DC 20001 or fax +1 202 469 6255. No phone calls please. Only finalists will be contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE/AA.
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