Chemonics Chief of party Afghanistan

Chemonics seeks a chief of party for an anticipated four-year USAID-funded project in Afghanistan under the Public Financial Management indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract. The project aims to provide technical assistance on trade agreements, World Trade Organization accession, and rules compliance; organization of regional trade fairs and private sector matchmaking events; and capacity building for the implementation of reforms in customs, as well as value-added tax (VAT) in Afghanistan. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Oversee overall implementation of project, including liberalized trade facilitation and regional integration, customs reform and VAT programs, and public outreach components
• Supervise and provide guidance to program staff and regional operations
• Lead project management planning, as well as other project deliverables and reporting to the client, the Afghan government, and other key stakeholders
• Oversee key program planning, management activities, and the implementation of annual work plans
• Serve as the primary liaison with Afghan government counterparts, USAID, and international and regional partners

Qualifications: 

• Advanced degree in trade facilitation, financial policy, economics, or a related field preferred 
• Minimum 10 years of experience with doctoral degree, 12 years of experience with a master's or JD degree, or 15 years of experience with a bachelor's degree 
• Experience in post-conflict or transitional countries
• Experience managing (as a chief of party, deputy chief of party, or a similar position) a large or complex development project
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity 
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing  
• Qualified Afghan nationals are encouraged to apply 
• English fluency required ​

Application Instructions: 

Send electronic submissions to TAFARecruit@chemonics.com​ by April 19, 2013. Please submit a cover letter describing skills and interests and indicate chief of party - Afghanistan in the e-mail subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.​

In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com with only "chief of party​ - TAFA" in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.

 

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.