Everyone deserves the opportunity to build a better future. This simple idea has been at the heart of TechnoServe’s work around the world for over 50 years. TechnoServe is a pioneer in leveraging the power of business and markets to create sustainable pathways out of poverty. By linking people to information, capital, and markets, we have helped millions to create lasting prosperity for their families and communities. TechnoServe has been active in Zambia since 2010. We design, manage and implement programs that have responded to specific needs of the population, particularly around food processing, business strengthening and development, and analysis and support in key value chains.
Job Summary:
We are seeking to hire a dynamic and motivated Chief of Party to lead the anticipated 5-year Agricultural Diversification Support (ZADS) Interventions in Zambia. The Chief of Party will have overall responsibility for programme leadership, direction and management; lead reporting and engagements with USAID; maintain existing relationships with government ministries and agencies, other donor programs and relevant associations.
Program overview:
USAID/Zambia is planning to implement ZADS Interventions, to meaningfully transform Zambia’s agricultural sector into an efficient, equitable, and sustainable producer of high quality and nutritious food for consumption, sale, and trade. Targeted for implementation in the Copperbelt, Central and Eastern Provinces, this transition will foster growth in Zambia’s agricultural sector and enhance resilience to climate shocks while improving the market competitiveness of the targeted commodities. Additionally, the activity will increase the diversity of select nutritious commodities that hold the potential to improve dietary consumption at the rural household level.
Primary Functions & Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Additional qualifications that would make a candidate more desirable. We seek candidates who bring experience with:
Required Languages: Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills, including fluency in English language.
Travel: Travel up to 50 %.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Supervisory Responsibilities – This position will directly supervise the supporting key personnel under this Activity.
This position is contingent upon the activity award and approval by the donor.
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