Senior Technical Specialists, Caucasus Region

For almost 50 years and in over 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 in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 79 projects in 39 countries and revenues of over $168 million.
 

Senior Technical Specialists, Caucasus Region

ACDI/VOCA is currently seeking technical experts for an anticipated donor-funded agricultural strengthening and competitiveness program in the Caucasus region.  The project’s focus will be to increase agricultural productivity and strengthen linkages between smallholder farmers and other actors along the value chain.  We are particularly interested in the following professionals:

• Agricultural Specialists
• Irrigation Specialists
• Microfinance Specialists
• Input Supply Specialists
• Market Linkages Specialists
• Organizational Strengthening Specialists
• Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists
• Gender and Youth Specialists
• Financial and Grants Management

These positions are contingent upon ACDI/VOCA being awarded the program.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in one or more disciplines relevant to the above positions.
• University degree in agronomy, agricultural economics, business management, finance, or other relevant field (advanced degree is preferred).
• Experience working with international or regional NGOs and companies on donor-funded projects is preferred.
• Excellent written and spoken English is required.

Apply by submitting your CV and supporting documents to http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E55564361D43515B7E59192F7756196D0762774B by January 31, 2013. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.