Chief of party - Women in Transition Afghanistan
Chemonics seeks a chief of party for the anticipated USAID-funded Women in Transition Program. This five-year, $260-million program will invest in professional development opportunities for Afghan women to help them assume leadership roles in mainstream social, political, and economic sectors. Specifically, it will aim to increase women's participation as leaders in business and government, strengthen women's rights organizations, and enable women to apply advanced managerial and leadership skills in the public, private, and civil services sectors. The chief of party will provide overall leadership to the project and develop strategic partnerships with Afghan counterparts, the private sector, other USAID projects, and international organizations. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
- Bachelors degree required; advanced degree in business administration, government, community development, or related field preferred
- At least 10 years of international management experience and five years of experience designing, managing, and implementing programs related to gender and development
- Minimum five years of experience advancing women's opportunities in Afghanistan and Islamic countries
- Previous USAID project management experience required
- Fluency in English required; advanced proficiency in Dari and Pashtu preferred
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