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Post: Deputy Chief of
Party / Operations - West Africa
Organization: Abt
Associates
Location:Accra,Ghana
Organization
Overview:
Abt Associates is a mission-driven, global leader in
research and program implementation in the fields of
health, social and
environmental policy, and international development. Known for its rigorous
approach to solving complex challenges, Abt Associates is regularly ranked as
one of the top 20 global research firms and one of the top 40 international
development innovators. The company has multiple offices in the U.S. and
program offices in more than 40 countries.
The International Economic Growth Division conducts projects
in agriculture, economic development, labor, privatization, environment, and
trade. We work in developing countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, Eastern
Europe, and the Middle East. Our clients
include the US Agency for International Development (USAID) and multilateral
financial institutions such as the Inter-American Development Bank and the
World Bank.
Minimum
Qualifications:
MA/MBA with 7 - 10 years of experience OR PhD with 4 - 6
years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Responsibilities:
The Deputy Chief of Party must have seven to ten years of
experience in managing operations of USAID-funded contracts and possess a
Master‘s degree in management, international development, monitoring and
evaluation, public administration, business management, accounting, or
financial management. Demonstrated technical familiarity in trade,
transportation, value chain development, or institutional capacity building
desired. The candidate should be able to exhibit ability to ensure that the
project is financially and administratively well-managed and is focused on
achieving results. The candidate must possess superior project management
skills and is expected to manage the day-to-day operations of a large regional
project.
The incumbent will oversee the grants and local subcontracts
under the project. He/She will be responsible for all financial aspects of the
contract, including preparation of all financial reporting requirements.
Skills Prerequisites:
Solid oral and written communication and presentations
skills in English and French.
Experience in managing grants or contracts.
Prior work experience in Africa required, experience in West Africa preferred.
Job ID: #600435
How to apply:
Closing date: 04 Oct
2013
Please apply online: https://jobs-abtassociates.icims.com/jobs/8241/deputy-chief-of-party---o...
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