Land O’Lakes K-SALES Deputy Chief of Party Job Opportunity in Kenya July 2014
Land O’Lakes International Development Division has applied, since 1981, an integrated approach to international economic development that capitalizes on our company’s 90 years as a leading farm-to-market agribusiness.
K-SALES will increase agricultural productivity in the sector by developing Business Service Providers( BSPs), facilitating farmer field schools, increasing access to clean water, improving on-farm and off-farm infrastructure, facilitating agricultural lending, provide training in post- harvest handling and processing and developing the business capacity of cooperatives and industry associations.
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced DCoP , who reports to the Chief of Party, and will be responsible for leading operational support to ensure quality, timely and compliant implementation of the Land O’Lakes USDA Food for Progress Program (FFP).
Qualifications & Experience
- Master’s degree in management or business; (1st degree with considerable hands on experience will be considered)
- 10 years or more of progressively responsible work experience in operational support, management, and finance/budget oversight of US Government funded development programs;
- Experience implementing multi-faceted international livestock or crops development programs in Kenya;
- Extensive knowledge of USAID/USDA rules and regulations, compliance and procurement procedures;
- Substantial management experience and knowledge of project management work experience including direct supervision of professional and support staff; and working in a multi-cultural environment;
- Fluency in English and Kiswahili with excellent writing skills;
- Experience supervising others and leading a team;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to dialogue, network, and negotiate with industry professionals such as; donor agencies, government representatives, international institutions, research institutions and private-sector business professionals.
The subject line of the application e-mail should indicate Deputy Chief of Party position.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.