Staple foods value chain specialist, Ethiopia

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Staple foods value chain specialist

Chemonics seeks a staple foods value chain specialist for an anticipated five-year, USAID-funded project in Ethiopia focusing on increasing agricultural productivity and marketing of staple foods and specialty goods. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world and demonstrate leadership, versatility, and integrity in their work.

This project aims to sustainably reduce poverty and hunger in Ethiopia by improving the productivity and competitiveness of value chains that offer job and income opportunities for rural households in Ethiopia. The staple foods value chain specialist will contribute to project strategies and provide technical expertise on staple foods value chains.

  Advanced degree in economics, agriculture, or related field Minimum of eight years of professional experience Technical expertise in one or more staple foods required Experience working on current or past USAID rural and agriculture development projects strongly preferred Excellent written and oral communication skills Prior experience with USAID preferred Previous work experience in Africa, preferably in Ethiopia Fluent English requiredSend electronic submissions to EthiopiaAgStapleRecruit@chemonics.com by December 16, 2011. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three references. No telephone inquiries, please.

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