Value Chain Portfolio Lead, Mozambique
ACDI/VOCA
Closing date: 27 Sep 2014
Since 1963 and in 146 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 in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 47 projects in 33 countries and total revenues of $173 million.
Value Chain Portfolio Lead, Mozambique
We are currently seeking a senior-level manager and technical expert for an upcoming multi-year Feed the Future (FtF) USAID-funded program in Mozambique. This project will increase the productivity and competitiveness of Mozambique’s agribusiness sector through the development of competitive selected agricultural value chains and to improve the nutritional status of pregnant and lactating women and children less than five years of age by strengthening the linkages between the agriculture, nutrition, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). Anticipated activities include promoting the use of improved agricultural technologies and inputs, improving access to agricultural finance, strengthening public-private partnerships and building the capacity of local organizations and business development service providers. The Value Chain Portfolio Lead will direct interventions focused on scaling up production methods and establishing market linkages which increase the output and competitiveness of selected value chains. The position is subject to project award.
Responsibilities:
Promote the use of improved technology for increased production of target crops to reduce food security vulnerability
Empower Farmer’s Organizations effectively to advocate for the needs of their representatives
Lead the development and implementation of value chain interventions that increase the profitability of agribusinesses in the selected sectors
Establish market linkages and improve access to services and technologies by creating partnerships between established businesses and emerging farmers
Coordinate with project staff to integrate cross-cutting objectives focused on alleviating gender gaps, building local capacity, and utilizing ICT tools
Supervise and provide technical leadership to a large team of technical specialists
Contribute to work planning and implementation oversight as part of the senior management team
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Economics, Business, International Development or another relevant subject area
At least 10 years of progressive experience designing and implementing value chain interventions
Experience working in the region and with the target value chains (soybean, sesame, groundnuts, common bean, cow pea, pigeon pea, banana) is strongly preferred
At least five years of relevant work experience in Sub-Saharan Africa or a similar development context.
Demonstrated familiarity with USAID policies and procedures
Professional fluency in English written and spoken required.
Portuguese fluency or proficiency preferred. Knowledge of Spanish or related language considered a plus as well.
How to apply:
Please apply online at
Closing date: 27 Sep 2014
Since 1963 and in 146 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 in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 47 projects in 33 countries and total revenues of $173 million.
Value Chain Portfolio Lead, Mozambique
We are currently seeking a senior-level manager and technical expert for an upcoming multi-year Feed the Future (FtF) USAID-funded program in Mozambique. This project will increase the productivity and competitiveness of Mozambique’s agribusiness sector through the development of competitive selected agricultural value chains and to improve the nutritional status of pregnant and lactating women and children less than five years of age by strengthening the linkages between the agriculture, nutrition, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). Anticipated activities include promoting the use of improved agricultural technologies and inputs, improving access to agricultural finance, strengthening public-private partnerships and building the capacity of local organizations and business development service providers. The Value Chain Portfolio Lead will direct interventions focused on scaling up production methods and establishing market linkages which increase the output and competitiveness of selected value chains. The position is subject to project award.
Responsibilities:
Promote the use of improved technology for increased production of target crops to reduce food security vulnerability
Empower Farmer’s Organizations effectively to advocate for the needs of their representatives
Lead the development and implementation of value chain interventions that increase the profitability of agribusinesses in the selected sectors
Establish market linkages and improve access to services and technologies by creating partnerships between established businesses and emerging farmers
Coordinate with project staff to integrate cross-cutting objectives focused on alleviating gender gaps, building local capacity, and utilizing ICT tools
Supervise and provide technical leadership to a large team of technical specialists
Contribute to work planning and implementation oversight as part of the senior management team
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Economics, Business, International Development or another relevant subject area
At least 10 years of progressive experience designing and implementing value chain interventions
Experience working in the region and with the target value chains (soybean, sesame, groundnuts, common bean, cow pea, pigeon pea, banana) is strongly preferred
At least five years of relevant work experience in Sub-Saharan Africa or a similar development context.
Demonstrated familiarity with USAID policies and procedures
Professional fluency in English written and spoken required.
Portuguese fluency or proficiency preferred. Knowledge of Spanish or related language considered a plus as well.
How to apply:
Please apply online at
No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.
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