Organizational Capacity Development Specialist
Chemonics
seeks an organizational capacity development specialist for the
anticipated USAID Tanzania Private Sector Strengthening Activity in
Tanzania. The purpose of this four-year activity is to provide technical
assistance services necessary for the successful implementation of
USAID/Tanzania’s Private Sector Strengthening Activity to increase
economic opportunities for private sector youth and improve the business
enabling environment for youth entrepreneurs, youth-led startups, and
youth-led businesses, particularly within the agriculture sector and
related value chains.
The organizational capacity development
specialist will oversee the organizational development of partner
associations and their sub-partners, if any. The OCDS will manage,
monitor, and coordinate organizational capacity assistance to the
partner associations and any sub-partners for the achievement of
activity objectives, including the development and facilitation of
capacity assessment tools, the development of partner implementation
plans, the design and implementation of capacity development strategies
and interventions, and monitoring of progress against indicators and
milestones. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making
a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
- Manage the organizational capacity assistance to partner associations
- Develop partner implementation plans, and design and implement capacity development interventions
- Professionally
represent Chemonics to USAID, the Government of Tanzania, Tanzanian
counterparts, local partners, and other program stakeholders - Monitor progress against indicators alongside the Chief of Party
- Ensure
the activity meets high standards for performance and integrity that
comply with applicable regulations and Chemonics policies
Qualifications:
- A
Bachelor’s degree (or its international equivalent) in international
development, program management, business or other relevant field from
an accredited university. Masters Preferred. - Minimum five (5)
years of experience in capacity development, with a focus on
institutional strengthening/organizational development of
non-governmental organizations. - Familiarity/experience with
USAID’s Organizational Capacity Assessment (OCA) and/or Organizational
Performance Index (OPI) tools, as well as USAID’s Human and
Institutional Capacity Development (HICD) approach - Proven
understanding of adult learning and participatory training methodologies
as well as strong training, facilitation, coaching and/or mentorship
skills - Language: The candidate must be fluent in written and spoken English
- Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
- Preference is for Tanzanian nationals
How to apply
This
position is contingent upon award. Please apply by using this link.
Applications must be submitted by December 31st, 2021. Early
applications encouraged. No telephone inquiries, please.
Chemonics
is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not
discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation,
sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability,
protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally
protected characteristics. Military veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps,
and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Chemonics
International is monitoring COVID-19 activity around the world. The
health and wellbeing of our staff is of the utmost importance to us, and
we continue to hire for all open roles with interviewing and
on-boarding done virtually. Our new hires and current staff working from
our Washington, DC, Arlington, VA, and London offices will temporarily
work from home until it is safe to return to our offices.
