Jordan Senior Technical Specialists

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 in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 103 projects in 40 countries and revenues of $140 million.

Senior Technical Specialists, Jordan

We are currently seeking technical specialists for an upcoming five-year USAID project in Amman, Jordan, focused on competitiveness, business-enabling environment, workforce development, and access to credit in the ICT, biotech, and clean-technology sectors. The position is contingent upon ACDI/VOCA being awarded the program. In particular, we seek senior specialists in the following technical areas:

•Trade and investment (e.g., facilitation, FDI, and market analysis) •ICT industry strengthening and cluster development •Alternative energy/clean enterprise development (including facilitation of certification, auditing of processes, investment) •Workforce development (including gender focused technical/vocational development) •Medical services (including trade and investment for development of industry) •Tourism (including medical-related and development of industry)

Qualifications: •Minimum 5-10 years of experience in one or more technical disciplines relevant to the above positions •University degree in economics, business management or other relevant field (advanced degree is preferred) •Experience working with international and/or regional NGOs and/or companies on USAID-funded projects; ministries of agriculture; and/or private sector actors (buyers, agribusinesses and financial institutions) is preferred •Knowledge of USAID policies and procedures is preferred •Excellent written and spoken English is required •Experience working in Jordan or the region is preferred

How to apply:

Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E55569361D43515B7E59192F77561F6302627B4D. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.