ACDI/VOCA Chief of Party - Trade and Investment Activity Jobs in Ghana

ACDI/VOCA Chief of Party - Trade and Investment Activity Jobs in Ghana


The Chief of Party will oversee all technical activities and staff with an adaptive management approach to project implementation. The Chief of Party will lead engagement efforts to closely collaborate with the relevant government agencies, international donor community and private sector actors to set foundation for sustainable trade, investment and entrepreneurship ecosystem. The position is based in Accra, Ghana.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of technical experts and facilitators to engage a large number of business development services providers, networking organizations, and other stakeholders
  • Spearhead strategy development and utilize managerial tools and frameworks to improve the ability of the team to successfully and sustainably achieve project goals.
  • Use a market-led, facilitation-based, locally-driven and adaptive management approach to project implementation.
  • Facilitate the development of the project’s evolving theory of change, oversee the implementation of the work plan, and track progress towards core indicators and learning objectives.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with USAID, sharing learning, presenting progress, troubleshooting, and securing buy-in for strategic improvements that enable the project to maximize the scale and sustainability of its impact and the value of USAID’s investment.
  • Engage, coordinate, and collaborate with other donors and implementing partners active in the ecosystem.

    Requirements

  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in technical advisory and project management of programs targeting investment promotion, trade facilitations, SME growth, impact investing, or a combination of the above.
  • Master’s degree or equivalent in economics, finance, marketing, business administration, agribusiness, or related area.
  • Previous experience as a Chief
    of Party, Team Leader, or similar senior management position for projects with similar magnitude and complexity in developing countries is preferred.
  • Experience with USAID programs and knowledge of USAID rules and regulations desired but not necessary.
  • Previous experience working in Africa preferred.
  • Demonstrated understanding of investment and trade constrains in emerging economies.
  • A positive attitude and willingness to adaptively manage projects and partners in complex environments.
  • Excellent writing, oral presentation and communication skills.
  • Fluency in English required.

    How to Apply

    Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 3rd October, 2019

    For more information and job application details, see; ACDI/VOCA Chief of Party - Trade and Investment Activity Jobs in Ghana

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