Manager/Director at Agribusiness Systems International (ASI) in Liberia

Manager/Director at Agribusiness Systems International (ASI) in Liberia

Agribusiness Systems International (ASI), founded in 1991 by experts within ACDI/VOCA, is a nonprofit consulting organization that provides agribusiness technical services in support of private sector development to create an increasingly competitive and dynamic agricultural sector.

As a wholly-owned support institution, ASI draws upon its parent organization’s 48 years of experience expanding economic opportunities in over 145 developing and transitional nations and, in turn, supports ACDI/VOCA’s mission of promoting economic opportunities by focusing on and assisting farmers and agribusinesses in developing the skills necessary to operate competitively in a market-driven global economy.

Manager and Director Positions, Liberia

We are currently seeking multiple manager and director positions for an upcoming multi-year program in Liberia. Possible start date is November 2011, and the positions are subject to ASI being awarded the program. The program will support the development of multiple agricultural markets and value chains and work towards the overall goal of increasing substantially the income and employment opportunities for a large number of poor women, men and youth. The project will target smallholder farmers and related micro and small enterprises and will be based on the Making Markets Work for the Poor (M4P) approach.

Responsibilities (For Various Positions):

• Direct technical and managerial activities of the program
• Manage specific agricultural commodity value chain development
• Manage policy and regulatory activities
• Oversee monitoring and evaluation of project impact
• Lead gender integration and ensure inclusion, impact and analysis at all levels

Qualifications:

• Understanding of business and agricultural environments in West Africa, preferably with knowledge of Liberia specifically
• Prior work experience with: - Making Markets Work for the Poor (M4P) approach - Agricultural market and value chain development - Agricultural policy and regulations -European donors, specifically SIDA and DFID
• Education background in agriculture, economics, international development or related fields
• Demonstrated record of dynamic, entrepreneurial and self-starting work activities
• Fluency in English required

Please apply online at http://goo.gl/GHHpN. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.

Principal Associate/Chief of Party - Abt Associates,

Principal Associate / Chief of Party at Abt Associates

The International Economic Growth Division conducts projects in agriculture, economic development, labor, privatization, environment, and trade. We work in developing countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East. Our clients include the US Agency for International Development (USAID) and multilateral financial institutions such as the Inter-American Development Bank and the World Bank.

Minimum Qualifications:

MA/MBA with 15+ years of experience OR PhD with 10 - 15 years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.  Well-developed technical skills in agriculture in areas such as agricultural economics, agriculture policy, agribusiness, agronomy, agriculture extension, agricultural engineering, horticulture, entomology, plant pathology, or natural resource management. A broad technical base is preferred.  USAID experience is highly desirable.  Work experience with other international donor projects will be helpful.  COP experience in Africa and post-conflict countries is also highly desirable.

Job Responsibilities:

Abt Associates seeks a Chief of Party (COP) for a large USAID-funded project in East Africa focused on addressing food, agriculture production, agribusiness, and rural income issue.  The COP will have final authority within the project team for decisions related to technical, management, and resource allocation and personnel issues and will be accountable for the successful implementation of all aspects of the project.

Specific responsibilities include the following:

• Provide leadership, management, and clear strategic direction of project.  Ensure well-organized implementation of project activities and oversee efficient use of resources and achievement of results and project expectations.
• Actively establish, maintain, and coordinate successful relationships with numerous government entities, local farming associations, and private sector organizations in country both in the capital city as well as rural areas.
• Develop staff capacity throughout project organization and guide senior technical staff and project teams.   The position will require active hands-on engagement with numerous project sites.  Frequent travel to rural areas is required.
• Coordinate and manage relationship with USAID to ensure this highly visible project meets desired goals and objectives. 
• Ensure that project budget projections, expenditure, tracking and reporting are in accordance with USAID requirements, procedures and practices. Oversee a large grants program providing significant in-kind resources to agriculture sector of designated service area.
• Coordinate with the Portfolio Manager and Contract Administrator at Headquarters to assure that all managerial and administrative matters are communicated and activities comply with the provisions of the contract and with USAID.

Skills Prerequisites:

Minimum qualifications include the following:

• Demonstrated expertise and experience in managing complex agricultural development programs, preferably within an African and post-conflict context;
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and creative;
• Strong communications and technical skills, and ability to organize project organization totaling 30-40 expatriate and locally hired staff;
• Strong record of success in leading economic growth/agricultural programs of similar size and complexity;
• Minimum of 7 years experience as chief of party on projects of at least $20 million; and
• The candidate must be fluent in written and spoken English.

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE: http://jobs-abtassociates.icims.com/ to job requisition #5432

Team Leader, Sustainable Development Specialist - WYG International, Mauritius

Team Leader, Sustainable Development Specialist at WYG International in Mauritius

Job Description

WYG International has recently been selected to tender for an upcoming project in ISIDSMS : Implementation of the Small Island Developing States ‘Mauritius Strategy’ in the Eastern and Southern Africa and Indian Ocean (ESA-IO) region. The objective of the programme is to contribute to an increased level of social, economic and environmental development and deeper regional integration in the ESA-IO region through the sustainable development of the Small Island Developing States. As part of our tender we are currently seeking an expert to join us in the role of Team Leader, Sustainable Development Specialist (540 man-days)

For more information and to apply, please visit our careers site

Finance Risk and Infrastructure Director - World Vision, Zambia

Finance Risk and Infrastructure Director at World Vision in Zambia

POSITION SUMMARY:

World Vision, (www.wvi.org) the world’s largest international Christian humanitarian aid organization, seeks a Finance, Risk and Infrastructure Director for our Zambia senior management team,, based in Lusaka . World Vision is committed to partnering with the people of Zambia to enhance their lives today and to help enact sustainable solutions for the future of their communities, families, and children. World Vision has been working in Zambia since 1981, and now assists more than 3 million people in all nine provinces of the country with 36 community- based Area Development Programmes (ADPs) and targeted emergency relief projects. World Vision works in partnership with government, other NGOs, and churches. Today about 25% of Zambia’s people are benefiting from this work.

The Finance Risk and Infrastructure Director’s role is critical towards the attainment of the organization’s vision and Child Well-being Outcomes. This will be done through; (1) the development and execution of strategic financial, infrastructure and risk management plans, projects and business solutions that improve support services to programming and corporate facets of ministry, (2) the organization-wide promotion of good stewardship and accountability through effective financial systems, policies, innovative techniques/approaches and capacity enhancement tools and methods that improve efficiency, productivity and asset preservation/security, (3) the provision of ‘client-focused’, solution based strategic leadership of the support services departments (Information Communication Technology - ICT, Supply Chain, Administration and Fleet Management) and effective management of the quality of the organization’s service delivery outcomes and (4) effective and efficient resources management in the financial, administrative, ICT and supply chain domains of WV operations in compliance with WVI standards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Finance, MBA preferred.
• Minimum 8-10 years relevant experience with at least 4 years of senior financial management experience, working with budgets of 50+million $USD required.
• CPA or Chartered Accountant status strongly desired.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good working knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Project Management and Quality Assurance Skills preferred, PMP certification a big plus.
• Must be prepared to join the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants

Send CV to: hebert_nyathi@wvi.org

Application deadline: April 8, 2011

www.wvi.org

Program Manager - ICMA, Washington D.C.

Program Manager at ICMA in Washington D.C.

ICMA seeks a Program Manager based in DC to provide program management and administrative oversight for Afghanistan field programs and to support business and proposal development activities. ICMA is the premier local government leadership and management organization. Its mission is to create excellence in local governance worldwide by providing technical and management assistance, training, and information resources. Responsibilities include: Managing an Afghanistan portfolio development contract. You will responsible for assisting in program start-up and close-out. You will also be recruiting consultants for programs and proposals as well as developing and monitoring consultant and subcontractor contracts. You will be preparing, managing, and monitoring program budgets while ensuring program compliance with USAID contractual regulations. You will also support a range of proposal development activities. You will be responsible for conducting country or thematic research for programs or proposals. You will also contribute to program-related articles and reports. You will need to be able to participate in overseas trips related to program management in conflict environments in Afghanistan.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in International Affairs, Public Administration, International Business Administration, Economics, Urban Studies or related field and five years of experience.
• Master’s Degree may be substituted for one year of experience.
• At least 3 years of experience managing USAID grants or contracts.
• Available for periodic overseas travel.  Knowledge of and experience with administration and finance of USAID-funded contracts or grants.
• General management of professional and administrative personnel.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated financial management and budgetary skills.
• Word and Excel skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field.

TO APPLY:

Please send your resume to recruitment@icma.org put "Program Manager" in the subject line. Deadline for this position is March 27 2011.

No phone calls please.

Only finalists will be contacted.