Offer: Capacity Building Specialist, CHF International, Haiti
by Breese | June 15, 2011 at 2:48 PM | Opportunities
CHF International’s mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping them to improve their social, economic and environmental conditions.
CHF International is seeking a Capacity Building Specialist for an anticipated agriculture development program in Haiti, addressing interventions in targeted watersheds, increased production of staple and high-value crops and livestock and strengthening of critical value chains.
Capacity building will be a major focus of the project across all activities. The project will increase the effectiveness and self-sufficiency of Haitian institutions, including government, businesses, and community-based organizations, to ensure sustainability after the project ends. The project will build the capacity of at least five local organizations to the point that they can be certified to receive USAID funding directly and carry out agricultural development activities. Capacity building of local organizations will cover financial systems, monitoring and evaluation, management and other areas enabling organizations to meet the requirements set out in 22 CFR 226.
Qualifications
Advanced degree in a relevant field (business, management, etc.)
Minimum 15 years of relevant experience
Demonstrated understanding of the Haitian context
Demonstrated ability to work and coordinate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders including beneficiaries, local organizations, donors, governments
Fluency in English and French and working ability in Haitian Creole
