Chief of Party - Ethiopia

Specific Responsibilities
Oversee project management including HR, Finance, Reporting & Client Relations
Address all elements of a wide ranging program of support to the Ethiopian Government, focusing on the Revenue and Customs Authority (ERCA)
Build and maintain constructive and strong relations with Ethiopian Financial Institutions and ERCA officials
Bring ideas and strategies to the long standing challenges facing Ethiopia's trading environment via implementation of innovative approaches and/or new technologies

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in a related field required; Masters Degree desired 15+ years experience in progressively upward management of international development projects, preferably customs reform or trade facilitation projects Prior experience working with USAID funded projects strongly preferred Extensive knowledge of international best practice in the areas of Customs, Trade Policy (WCO/WTO), Trade Procedures, Supply Chain Security, and/or Single Window methodology Proven experience building consensus with stakeholders and clients to achieve common goals Knowledge of Ethiopia and the surrounding region desirable Working knowledge of Amharic preferred, but not required

International development company providing technical assistance and training to improve health outcomes, governance and economic growth, as well as direct supply chain services.

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