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Deputy Chief of Party/Civil Society Capacity Development Specialist ACDI/VOCA

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 revenues of $140 million.


Deputy Chief of Party/Civil Society Capacity Development Specialist, Middle East

We are currently seeking a Deputy Chief of Party for an upcoming multiyear USAID-funded civil society program in the Middle East. The project’s primary focus will be to engage local civil society organizations and other key stakeholders to increase local ownership and capacity for self-directed, sustainable development and effective governance. The position is contingent on ACDI/VOCA being awarded the program.


Responsibilities:

• Provide programmatic guidance on the design and implementation of civil society strengthening opportunities.

• Provide management support to the Chief of Party, as needed.

• Lead strategic planning and prepare detailed reports and work plans.

• Incorporate gender considerations in all programming.

• Develop methodologies and tools based upon targeted strategies for building capacities of civil society actors (policy, institutional, network/coalition, and individual levels).

• Provide technical input in areas of expertise.

• Support the Chief of Party in all program activities.


Qualifications:

• An advanced degree in management, public administration, international development, Middle Eastern studies, sociology or a related subject is required.

• 8+ years of progressive experience in international development

• Experience working the Middle East and/or post-conflict environments

• Demonstrated management, training and team-building experience

• Direct experience working on the implementation of a USAID-funded program

• Demonstrated knowledge of international NGO policies and procedures

• Fluency in English required. Arabic and/or Kurdish languages skills a plus.


Please apply online at

http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E5546C361D43515B7E59192F77561C6A07627A48. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.