Technical Advisor Jobs - Livelihoods Diversification
Educational Requirements
- Master's in Agricultural Economics, Business Administration, Economics, or relevant discipline; (Bachelor with extensive practical experience can be considered);
- 5+ years professional experience in economic strengthening/livelihoods development preferably in ASAL areas in Kenya with a minimum 3 years in supervisory positions;
- Experience working with private sector, local communities, governmental and traditional authorities in ASAL regions;
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, networking and representation skills Fluency in English, Swahili, and at least one local language of the implementation counties;
- Excellent report writing and editing skills; Experience implementing results-oriented projects, preferably USAID programs;
- Proven leadership qualities, problem-solving and negotiation skills, and evidence of successful team player;
- Strong IT skills, analytical and very good report writing skills;
- Ability to provide training and mentoring to project staff and partners.
- Ability to manage own workload and juggle competing priorities in order to meet deadlines.
- Ability to analyze information, evaluate options, and think and plan strategically.
- Preparedness to travel frequently in project counties including to remote locations.
Each application should be addressed to the Regional Human Resources Manager and include the following:
- An updated CV; and
- An application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact information for three work-related referees.
Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed.
Closing Date: Friday, 10 January 2014.
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