CHIEF OF PARTY | Addis Ababa

Lead the USDA-funded Food for Progress project in Ethiopia.

Overview

Lead the USDA-funded Food for Progress project in Ethiopia.

You have:

  • Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in the successful implementation of international development activities.
  • At least five (5) years of which must be in senior project management roles that included direct supervision of project teams.
  • Experience working on USDA Food for Progress or similar projects is highly preferred.
  • Fluency in spoken and written English is required.
  • Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, and ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Internationally recognized qualification in project management or a commitment to obtain the qualification in the early months of work.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you successfully led a diverse team to achieve a challenging goal? This question assesses your ability to manage and unite a team to meet objectives. Provide a specific example featuring teamwork and your leadership style.
How do you handle conflicts among team members during project implementation? This evaluates your conflict resolution and interpersonal skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies would you implement to ensure compliance with donor regulations? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience with financial oversight in project management. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of how you have adapted project strategies based on stakeholder feedback? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure that project outcomes align with community needs? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your approach to capacity building among team members? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What challenges have you faced in international project management and how did you overcome them? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 11 months ago - Updated 3 hours ago - Source: mercycorps.org/careers/national