Job Title: Chief of Party - Pakistan ERDA

 Job Title: Chief of Party - Pakistan ERDA 

 

Location: PK (Primary)

Category: International

Job Type: Full-time

Career Level: Senior Manager

Education: Master's Degree

Travel: Up to 25%

Job Description

Project Description:

CNFA is currently seeking qualified Chief of Party (COP) candidates for the upcoming USAID-funded Pakistan Economic Recovery and Development Activity. This Activity is designed to expand economic opportunities in the Newly Merged Districts of Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province by strengthening and modernizing the agriculture sector and promoting farm and off-farm micro-and small enterprises.

Position Summary:

The COP will be responsible for the overall management, including the technical, financial, and administrative functions of the project. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in Pakistan or a similar environment, particularly in strengthening agriculture sector capacity, MSEs, and enabling environments for private sector growth. He/she will be required to work with various stakeholders, including private sector firms, government officials, and other entities.

 

Job Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Oversee program administration, operations, implementation, and fiscal management to ensure technical and financial activity aligns with the scope and budget allocations, internal policies, and donor regulations;

·        Develop strategic plans, annual and quarterly work plans, and overall management of the program in line with USAID guidelines and within set timelines to achieve objectives;

·        Lead team to provide effective coordination and guidance among local market actors, academic institutions, Government, smallholder farmers, service providers, and other key stakeholders;

·        Support the development of strong M&E mechanisms, program monitoring tools and efficient systems to ensure high-quality implementation;

·        Ensure quality control and provide overall technical and management leadership under the award; adjust operations in response to USAID/Pakistan technical direction;

·        Represent CNFA with partners and key stakeholders, at conferences, workshops, meetings, and other industry gatherings, maintain positive relationships with USAID, local authorities, and the country office team;

·        Oversee all contract management and implementation tasks based on established USG regulations, procedures and CNFA guidelines; and

·        Other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

·        Master’s degree or higher in a field related to agriculture, economics, or business administration from an accredited college or university;

·        Minimum of twelve (12) years of international experience and expertise in agricultural development, successfully achieving meaningful and sustainable results;

·        At least seven (7) years of experience in working with counterparts at various levels of government, as well as with non-government organizations (including private sector associations/organizations) in managing international development assistance activities;

·        In-depth knowledge of USAID policies, and regulations;

·        Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead large teams and work effectively and collaboratively in team environments;

·        Knowledge of Pakistan development context is highly desirable;

·        Strong technical expertise, management skills, and a strong command of English technical writing and communication skills;

·        Additional fluency in second or local languages preferred.

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