Creative seeks a Chief of Party (COP) for an agricultural productivity and agribusiness development program in Haiti. In line with post-earthquake strategies of the Government of Haiti and the U.S. Government, the objective of Production Plus is to increase agricultural incomes and exports in Haiti’s Northern Corridor. Two specific results will be achieved: 1) an increase in incomes for at least 40,000 rural households and 2) a doubling of export value for cocoa produced by supported farms. Production Plus will build the capacity of at least five Haitian organizations so that they are certified to receive USAID funding after two to three years.

Oversee the Haiti Production Plus Program implemented in Haiti's Northern Corridor.
Supervises all aspects of technical and administrative project activities.
Represents the project in-country.
Coordinates program activities at the highest levels among a diverse group of local stakeholders and beneficiaries, government ministries and officials, and USAID personnel
Supervises partnering organizations and sub-grantees.
Ensures timely project implementation, monitoring of activities, and management of project staff and subsidiaries.
Accountable for project financials.
Reports to USAID and to Creative home office.

Master's Degree or equivalent in International Development or related field
15 years of relevant experience in International Development
Experience managing a project of similar size and breadth
Experience with USAID project management or similar work for other donors
Spoken and written fluency in English and French; working ability in Haitian Creole
Demonstrated understanding of the Haitian context
Proven record of achieving development impacts in a similar context
Demonstrated ability to work and coordinate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders, including national and local government, donors, community-based organizations, think tanks and universities, and the private sector
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to manage high-level relationships and motivate subordinates

The Chief of Party will report to the Director of Livelihoods Practice Area. S/he will supervise at least seven staff plus short-term technical staff, non-key long-term personnel, and subcontractors.

Send your résumé and cover letter by e-mail to RMS@CreativeDC.com with "Haiti - Chief of Party CODE:PRP48611" on the subject line. Please note only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls please. Creative is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA).