• Lead the overall strategic planning, implementation, and management of the program
• Develop an effective integrated approach of program components, participants, government actors, private sector partners, and other stakeholders
• Ensure quality control and timeliness of all deliverables
• Serve as principal liaison with USAID staff, institutions, and client country partners to exchange information and develop professional relationships
• Monitor program indicators, evaluate program results, and guide program implementation to achieve maximum impact
• Spearhead strategy development and utilize managerial tools and frameworks to improve the ability of the team to achieve project goals successfully and sustainably
• Facilitate the development of the program’s evolving theory of change, overseeing the implementation of the work plan and tracking progress towards core indicators and learning objectives
• Develop systems that support collaborating, learning and adapting (CLA) approach, including establishing a culture of adaptive management
• Administer the program’s financial oversight and procedures, ensuring compliance with established ACDI/VOCA’s accounting principles and USAID regulations
• Identify issues and risks related to program implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate program adjustments
• Represent ACDI/VOCA and the program to the public and donor community

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in international development, business administration, or relevant field is required; master’s degree is desired.
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in agricultural development, market systems development, value chain development, private sector engagement.
• Previous experience as a Chief of Party for projects with similar magnitude and complexity is highly desired.
• Knowledge of and experience with USAID rules and regulations is required.
• Proven ability to collaborate successfully with host-country government officials, international donors, and private sector stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in program designs, policy dialogue, strategic planning and implementation of workforce development, education, and systems improvement.
• Experience working in Nigeria preferred.
• Fluency in English is required.

Nigerian nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.