Deputy Chief of Party

Since 1963 and in 145 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 society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 90 projects in 40 countries and revenues of $124 million.

Deputy Chief of Party, Thailand

They are currently seeking a Deputy Chief of Party for an upcoming multiyear regional program based in Bangkok, Thailand. Possible start date is June 15, 2011 and the position is subject to ACDI/VOCA being awarded the program. The program will work in Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia to integrate and address climate change adaptation issues relating to water; agriculture and food security; ecosystems and biodiversity; and livelihoods and vulnerable populations.

Responsibilities:
- Assist the Chief of Party in providing overall leadership management and general technical and administrative direction of the entire program.
- Work with the Chief of Party to identify issues and risks related to program implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate program adjustments.
- Oversee technical activities promoting innovative practices and experiences dealing with climate change adaptation issues.
- Coordinate the completion of a Climate Change Impact and Adaptation Study on the agriculture subsectors, animal husbandry and ecosystems of the Mekong River Basin.
- Collaborate on the implementation of targeted community- and ecosystem-based adaptation pilot programs allowing communities to make informed decisions on their rural development planning.

Qualifications:
- Minimum of five years’ overseas experience in the management of international development projects, preferably in overseeing multiple program areas simultaneously; hiring, training and supervision of local personnel; financial management including budgeting; tracking, reporting and accounting of finances and procurement.
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject area is required, master’s degree preferred.
- Prior USAID management experience is required.
- Familiarity with USAID procedures and policies is required.
- Experience supervising complex and challenging field operations in closed societies and/or fragile, transitional or developing countries is required.
- Subject matter expertise in global climate change, climate change adaptation, water and natural resource systems, and agriculture, as well as an understanding of policy, economics, and market issues in those sectors, is recommended.
- Proven track record of building relationships with governmental organizations as well as private and community organizations is required.
- Familiarity with the political, social and cultural context of Asia is strongly preferred.
- Exceptional written and oral communications skills required.
- Fluency in English is required.

Please apply online at www.acdivoca.org/internationaljobs. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.