Virginia Tech is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Deputy Chief of Party (based in Kenya) for an anticipated USAID-funded project to empower Kenyan youth and to directly connect them with social and economic opportunities aligned to public and private sector investments. The activity is expected to increase the capacity and commitment of Kenyan actors to better engage and serve their youth, particularly adolescent girls and young women, at the county level. The Deputy Chief of Party will support the overall strategic leadership of the Chief of Party to manage implementation and guide the technical direction of the project. S/he must have a Master’s degree in education, international development, or a closely related field; minimum 8 years’ previous experience in managerial positions on donor-funded projects (preferably USAID and in Africa); and strong written and verbal communication skills in Swahili and English.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume by email to: CIRED.Jobs@gmail.com, with “Deputy Chief of Party, Kenya Empowering Youth” in the subject heading. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project