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Chief of party , Laos

Chemonics seeks a chief of party for the anticipated USAID-funded Lao People's Democratic Republic (PDR)-U.S. International and Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Integration Plus (LUNA Plus) project. The project will continue to support the government of Lao PDR to improve its economic governance by strengthening its ability to comply with and implement international trade agreements. This project seeks to increase trade liberalization and strengthen the institutional capacity of public sector institutions and civil society organizations, including the private sector. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. 

Responsibilities include:
  • Provide overall project leadership, management, and technical direction 
  • Serve as key liaison with USAID, government counterparts, and project partners 
  • Manage and supervise the work of project personnel and subcontractors 
  • Ensure that all project assistance is technically sound and appropriate 
  • Collaboratively create and implement a strategic, long-term programmatic vision 
  • Oversee project work planning, performance management, and strategic communications
Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in economics, business, international trade policy, or relevant field required
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience implementing donor-funded economic policy or business enabling environment programs
  • Chief of party experience on a USAID-funded project strongly preferred
  • Experience working with and demonstrated in-depth knowledge of the World Trade Organization, ASEAN Economic Community realization, and U.S.-Lao PDR Bilateral Trade Agreement compliance required 
  • Familiarity with USAID regulations and experience in systems and office set up, budgeting, and financial management
  • Ability to work and collaborate with host-country government officials, international donors, and private sector stakeholders 
  • Work experience in Southeast Asia preferred
  • Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity​​
  • Fluency in written and spoken English required
​Application instructions:

Send electronic submissions to LUNALaoCOP@chemonics.com by July 15, 2013. Please include the name of the position in the 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 Laos" 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.​