Appel à manifestation d’intérêt : Recrutement d’un Chef adjoint technique du parti, Sri Lanka.

 

 

 

 

 

Overview

Since 1963 and in 148 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 designs and delivers technical and management solutions in agriculture, economic growth, and resilience to promote economic prosperity and social inclusion.

Technical Deputy Chief of Party, Sri Lanka

ACDI/VOCA is seeking a Technical Deputy Chief of Party for an upcoming economic modernization activity funded by USAID. The program will improve economic competitiveness through an improved business enabling environment, increased small and medium business export competitiveness, and upgraded workforce capacity.​

The Technical Deputy Chief of Party will support the Chief of Party in attaining program goals and objectives by providing technical advice and direction when appropriate. They will oversee day-to-day planning, design, and operations of the program and technical teams to ensure effective implementation. The program is anticipated to start in 2024 and this position is based in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as principal point of contact for procedural and substantive matters in the absence of the Chief of Party;
  • Support the development of strategic plans, annual and quarterly work plans, and other deliverables in line with USAID guidelines to achieve objectives;
  • Ensure that synergies among Activity elements and grantees are capitalized upon;
  • Support the development of strong M&E mechanisms, program monitoring tools, and efficient systems to ensure high quality implementation;
  • Prepare and/or assist in the preparation of reports and documents to USAID, national governments, ACDI/VOCA home office, and partner organizations;
  • Work closely with subcontractors and private sector associations in the region to provide technical and organizational assistance;
  • Oversee and provide technical guidance for SME competitiveness, Business Enabling Environment (BEE), workforce development, and market systems development, with integration of gender considerations;
  • Represent ACDI/VOCA with partners and key stakeholders, maintaining positive relationships with USAID, local authorities, and the country office team;
  • Provide input into the performance monitoring plan to measure success and validate causal model assumptions.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, economics, business administration, or relevant field required; master’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible management experience in enterprise development and competitiveness, market systems development, value chain development, private sector engagement, finance, or investment.
  • Experience implementing donor-funded programs is required; USAID experience is preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide technical assistance and advisory services to a range of market actors.
  • Experience working in Sri Lanka highly desired.
  • Fluency in English required.

Sri Lankan nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please apply online at Work With Us : ACDI/VOCA : Technical Deputy Chief of Party, Sri Lanka in Colombo | Careers at Sri Lanka (icims.com). The applications will be reviewed promptly upon receipt, only finalists will be contacted. ACDI/VOCA is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people from diverse groups are encouraged to apply. ACDI/VOCA will never request payment or charge a fee to apply for any position.

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