Senior Technical Specialists, Jordan
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
Contact Details
Application Instructions
Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E5556B361D43515B7E59192F77561F630262774B. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.
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