DIRECTOR, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Since 1963 and in 146 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 societies. ACDI/VOCA has approximately 80 projects in 35 countries and total revenues of approximately $168 million.

We are seeking a D.C.-based Director to support our Community Development activities to ensure that programmatic goals and objectives are achieved. Responsibilities include providing technical leadership in community-driven development, stabilization and reconstruction, and/or sustainable livelihoods; backstopping field projects; overseeing project deliverables; monitoring financial forecasts of current and potential project expenditures in accordance with USAID regulations; and developing new business opportunities through intelligence gathering, proposal management and technical writing.

Qualifications

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The successful candidate will have a master’s degree in a relevant technical field, with at least six years of applicable international development experience. At least two years of field experience is preferred. Experience in management of USAID-funded projects and familiarity with USAID rules and regulations is required. Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines with accuracy, professionalism and a sense of humor is required. Excellent interpersonal skills and the capability to be a team player are also required. Candidates must be self-directed, work with minimal supervision and possess strong oral, written, analytical and organizational skills.

Contact Details

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Contact:

Tatiana Tompkins

Telephone:

202-469-6204

Email:

ttompkins@acdivoca.org

Application Instructions

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Please apply online at http://www.acdivoca.org/jobs or respond with résumé, cover letter and salary history to Attn: HR/CD-D, 50 F Street NW, Suite 1000, Washington, D.C. 20001 or fax +1 202 469 6255. No phone calls please. Only finalists will be contacted. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. EOE/AA.