AECOM Nigeria Vacancy: Chief of Party

AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 52,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM Nigeria  recruits Chief of Party
AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation, and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world’s built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 100 countries and had revenue of $7.0 billion during the 12 months ended Dec. 31, 2010. More information on AECOM and its services can be found at www.aecom.com.
Job Position:
Position: Chief of Party
Category: International Development
Location: Nigeria
Start date: TBD
Duration: Long-term
Status: Pre-proposal
General Summary:
AECOM seeks a Chief of Party for an upcoming USAID-funded agricultural value chain development, market linkages and competitiveness program in Nigeria. The multi-year program will be aimed at improving and developing value chains, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), market linkages and competitiveness to promote and facilitate sustainable economic growth, as well as increase food security and reduce poverty.
Key Technical Areas:
Agricultural value chain development
Agribusiness improvement
Competitiveness
Market linkages
Extension services
Business ancillary service development
Access to credit/finance
Job Qualifications:
· Previous Chief of Party experience on donor-funded agricultural value chain/sector and enterprise development programs, including significant hands-on and field-level experience.
· At least ten (15) years of experience directly in or closely related to agricultural development, agribusiness development, competitiveness, market linkages and/or value chain strengthening.
· Master’s degree or higher in relevant field. Bachelor’s degree with significant professional experience is also acceptable.
· A strong working knowledge of development and foreign aid, with emphasis on the priorities of USAID.
· Prior experience in Africa is preferred but not required.
· Fluency in written and spoken English required.
· Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
What We Offer:
AECOM employees around the world enjoy a wide range of benefits and competitive compensation package. AECOM is much more than just a place to work. It’s a place where you can put your innovative thinking and business skills into high gear and work alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people. It’s a place where you can apply your skills to some of the world’s most challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects world wide. It’s a place that values the diversity of our areas of practice and our people. It’s what makes AECOM a great place to work and grow. AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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