ACDI/VOCA is an economic development organization that fosters broad-based economic growth, raises living standards, and creates vibrant communities. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA has worked in 148 countries since 1963. Its expertise is in catalyzing investment, climate smart agriculture, empowerment & resilience, institutional strengthening, and market systems.
Job Description
Since 1963 and in 148 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 designs and delivers technical and management solutions in agriculture, economic growth, and resilience to promote economic prosperity and social inclusion.
Crops Value Chain Advisors, Ethiopia
ACDI/VOCA is seeking Crops Value Chain Advisors for an anticipated agriculture program in Ethiopia funded by USAID. This activity will increase access to healthy diets, particularly for women and children, by improving the competitiveness, inclusiveness, and resilience of the food and agriculture system.
The Crops Value Chain Advisors will oversee value chains as determined by the Chief of Party and identify potential leverage points while engaging agribusinesses to strengthen the value chains. The program is anticipated to start in late 2021 and this position is envisioned to be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Responsibilities
Serve as the principal expert for selected value chain strengthening
Lead technical contributions and oversight in attaining project goals and objectives through increasing productivity and facilitating market linkages
Analyze constraints within specific value chains and create a strategy for addressing these constraints
Identify and develop end market opportunities
Lead the program strategy for private sector engagement that supports the three discrete, but interconnected program objectives
Engage with value chain actors to scale agricultural production to local, regional, and national markets
Design activities and interventions to improve value chain service delivery, product quality; and that increases market potential for regional and/or international trade
Coordinate delivery of training, extension services, and/or technical assistance to agribusinesses
Promote a culture of collaboration and learning amongst internal project staff and project stakeholders through knowledge sharing, developing thought pieces, and attending industry events
Assist in providing content for quarterly and annual project reports
Ensure inclusive programming with attention to ensuring equitable benefits for women, youth, and other marginalized populations
Qualifications
Master’s in agronomy, crop production, agriculture, agribusiness, agricultural economics or related field is required
Minimum 10 years of experience working in market systems or value chain focused development programs and working with public and private actors to facilitate market-based and sustainable services
Knowledge of and experience with USAID rules and regulations is preferred
Experience in chickpea, coffee, and/or maize value chain projects is preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and Climate Smart Approaches
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience working in Ethiopia preferred
Fluency in English required, Amharic preferred
Ethiopian nationals are highly encouraged to apply.
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