Deputy Chief of Party

Chemonics International, a Washington D.C.-based international development firm, seeks experienced deputy chief of party candidates for the upcoming USAID funded Vietnam Clean Energy Program. Based in Hanoi, this 5-year program will support clean energy development in Vietnam as a key part of comprehensive efforts to promote low carbon economic development. The program will support the Government of Vietnam for the design of its Low Emission Development Strategy and support increased use of renewable energy technologies and energy efficient practices. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include:
- Overseeing implementation and logistics for administrative and technical program components;
- Overseeing implementation and logistics for financial and administrative operations and grants program;
- Serving as key liaison with project and relevant counterparts;
- Ensuring that all project assistance is technically sound and appropriate.

Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in engineering, natural resource management, environmental science, clean energy and carbon finance, or other related field required;
- Minimum 10 years of leading and managing international development projects and programs, with at least 5 years in relevant technical areas, including: clean energy development, carbon markets, policy reform, government engagement, market design and support and technical analyses.
- Exceptional technical experience working with alternative energy sources and innovative clean energy projects focusing on energy efficiency and renewable energy.
- Knowledge of Vietnam’s energy policies, laws, institutions and management issues preferred
- Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
- Strong interpersonal skills and exceptional written and oral language skills, fluency in English

Send CV and cover letter with "deputy chief of party" in subject line to [email protected] by April 30, 2012. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

Job Details
Organisation Name: 
Chemonics International
Location: 
Ha Noi
Application Deadline: 
Mon, 2012-04-30