Technical Director, Economic Growth and Governance in Market Systems

Company: Cardno Limited
Location: Arlington
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

The Technical Director, Economic Growth and Governance will be responsible for management, business development, and technical consulting. Specifically, the position will entail management and technical oversight of donor- or private client-funded projects as well as leading business development efforts across the International Development Division, including the expansion of business into new geographies and clients. The Technical Director will be a recognized leader in the field of Agriculture and Market Systems both within Cardno and with clients.Job Description:MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBThe Technical Director, Economic Growth and Governance will be responsible for management, business development, and technical consulting. Specifically, the position will entail management and technical oversight of donor- or private client-funded projects as well as leading business development efforts across the International Development Division, including the expansion of business into new geographies and clients. The Technical Director will be a recognized leader in the field of Agriculture and Market Systems both within Cardno and with clients.REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATIONRequired:Masters degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Economics, International Relations, or related field required. (Technical fields, e.g. Engineering, Law, Environmental Studies, etc.)REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPEREINCERequired: A minimum of 12 years of related experience Preferred: 15 years of progressively responsible experienceKNOWLEDGE AND SKILLSProven experience working with USAID and other international donors.Excellent conceptual and analytical skills.Strong oral and written communication skills.Proven technical and/or proposal writing skills required.Proficiency in the English language required. Proficiency in another language spoken in developing country context desirable.Experience in developing Theories of Change (TOC) and design of projects based on the TOCs, desired.Experience living and working in a foreign or developing PETENCIESInterpersonal Savvy, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Project Management, Networking, Gravitas, Communications, Process Management/Improvement, Risk Management, Delegation, Managing and Measuring work, Strategic Agility, Drive for Results, Personal Learning, Functional/Technical Skills, Political Savvy, Strategic Agility.PHYSICAL DEMANDSTravel 20-40% - International travel requiredEqual Opportunity statement for US based applicantsCardno has a long standing policy of Equal Opportunity in employment. Our practice is to fill positions by selecting applicants who can perform the work in a competent and professional manner. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. At any time, if you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact Human Resources. Cardno does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Cardno employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Cardno and approved by the Cardno Talent Acquisition Team.Full timeSDL2017

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