Chemonics Vacancy for a Food Security Technical Specialists
Chemonics seeks food security technical specialists for USAID's
anticipated Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET) 7 activity.
This is the next phase of USAID's flagship food security and early
warning activity, which has become the standard for evidence-based
decision-making for
humanitarian needs. FEWS NET conducts timely,
relevant, and evidence-based analyses on the causes, levels, and
consequences of food insecurity, driving decision-making at
the international, national, and local levels. We are looking for
individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of
people around the world.
Job Title: Food security technical specialists
We seek experts in the following areas for anticipated short-, medium-, and long-term assignments:
- Food security
- Nutrition
- Livelihoods
- Information and communications technology
- GIS
- Project communications
- Learning and knowledge sharing
- Market and trade analysis
- Capacity strengthening and network development
- Research design
- Data management
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in food security, development economics,
international trade and development, public policy, agricultural
economics, information and communications technology, communications, or
a related field; a bachelor's degree in a related field with
eight years of relevant experience is also acceptable
- Broad knowledge of and experience working in developing countries
- Experience working on a USAID project preferred
- Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
- Fluent English (written and spoken) required
- Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience leading and managing teams
- Ability to successfully lead and manage challenging activities
involving effective collaboration with local, regional, and
international organization counterparts
How to Apply
Send electronic submissions to
[email protected]
by January 30, 2016. Please include "Food security technical
specialists" in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please.
Finalists will be contacted.
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