Project Management and Subject Matter Experts, Economic Growth Programming, El Salvador

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.

Project Management and Subject Matter Experts, Economic Growth Programming, El Salvador

ACDI/VOCA is seeking management and technical experts for anticipated economic growth programs funded by USAID, with focus on job creation, market systems, youth workforce development, alternative education and vocational training, stemming illegal migration, and economic recovery. These activities are envisioned to start in 2021.

Responsibilities

Career opportunities include the following positions:

• Deputy Chief of Party
• Finance and Administration Director
• Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation Director
• Monitoring and Evaluation Director
• Technical experts:
  • Secondary and higher education Specialist
  • Vocational training Specialist
  • Private sector engagement Specialist
  • Market systems Specialist
  • Gender and social inclusion Specialist
  • Youth Specialist
  • Entrepreneurship and enterprise development Specialist
  • Access to finance Specialist
  • Monitoring and evaluation Specialist
  • Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation Specialist
  • Communications and knowledge management Specialist
  • ICT, Innovation, and COVID Resilience
• Financial and administration professionals:
  • Grants manager
  • Accountants
  • Human resources Specialist
  • Management information systems Specialist

Qualifications

While each position will have its own operational and technical scope under the projects, overall qualifications will meet the below requirements:

• Advanced degree in economics, international development, public or business administration, and social/political fields of study
• Substantial experience in the related technical area, including in development programming, the private sector, or with public agencies
• Experience coordinating program activities with government authorities, NGOs and donor community
• Experience with USAID and/or other international donor-funded projects preferred
• Stamina and willingness to be flexible, focused, and reliable in an environment of changing demands
• Positive outlook and strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Fluency or professional proficiency in Spanish required, English strongly preferred

Please apply online at www.acdivoca.org/international-jobs. No phone calls please. Only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. ACDI/VOCA is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, youth, and people from diverse groups are encouraged to apply.