Chemonics International, a U.S.-based
international development consulting firm, is seeking professional support
staff for an anticipated USAID-funded cross-border trade and resilience project
in the East African Community (EAC) countries.
This project will assist the
Governments of Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Burundi as well as other
neighboring nations to improve regional integration by identifying and
mitigating policy constraints to agricultural trade and value chains, scaling
up best practices, and strengthening the resilience and cooperation of regional
networks.
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
Requirements
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Master’s degree or other higher
degree in a relevant subject matter area
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At least six years of progressively
more responsible international work experience
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Experience in designing both
quantitative and qualitative evaluation methodologies and tools, including
household level surveys
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Demonstrated experience in carrying
out USAID monitoring and evaluation activities such as assisting partners to
develop performance management plans (PMPs) and reporting indicators, and plan
and lead evaluations for large, complex projects
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Knowledge of data analysis software
(SAS, SPSS) is required
·
Prior experience in EAC countries and
proficiency in English required
Grants / Contract / Office Management
Specialist
Requirements
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Degree in business administration,
economics, agricultural economics, or closely related field
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Five years of demonstrated experience
and success in setting up and managing grants under contracts
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Demonstrated knowledge of USAID
financial and management systems, regulations and reporting requirements
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Experience in efficient programmatic
and logistical operations management on USAID projects
·
Strong interpersonal and
communications skills
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Prior experience in EAC countries and
proficiency in English required
Finance / Operations Manager
Requirements
·
Master’s degree in accounting
preferred; minimum of bachelor’s
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Demonstrated knowledge and skills in
accounting, financial management and procurement is required
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Demonstrated knowledge and extensive
experience with USAID regulations and control systems
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Seven years of experience in
accounting on complex development projects; experience in working with projects
that have grants under contracts mechanisms is highly preferred
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Prior experience in Kenya and/or
other EAC countries and proficiency in English required
Application Instructions:
Please CLICK HERE to apply
online by February 28, 2018
Applications will be reviewed on a
rolling basis, and finalists will be contacted for an interview.