Chemonics seeks a component leader for an anticipated USAID-funded entrepreneurship and enterprise development project in Egypt. The project aims to increase competitiveness of Egyptian micro, small, and medium-size enterprises (MSMEs) and entrepreneurs, with a particular focus on women and youth. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
- Oversee financial and non-financial services to MSMEs
- Advocate for critical policy reform for development and competitiveness of MSMEs through strategic partnerships
- Improve availability and accessibility of effective and efficient business development services and financial products and services
Qualifications:
- Master's degree preferred or equivalent experience in business, finance, management, or relevant field preferred
- Relevant technical experience in policy reform and provision of financial and non-financial services, specifically in Egypt
- Technical expertise in business processes, increased competitiveness, development and enhancement of MSMEs and entrepreneurs through knowledge sharing, establishment of local centers, and applied best practices
- Capacity to identify appropriate stakeholders and proven ability to interact with the public and private sector
- Experience on a donor-funded project preferred
- Ability to work and travel in remote areas of Egypt to oversee program implementation and provide technical expertise
- Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
- Fluency in written and spoken English required
HOW TO APPLY:
Send electronic submissions to seedrecruit@chemonics.com by March 19, 2015. Please include "Financial Policy Advisor" in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com with only "Financial Policy Advisor - SEED" in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.
Chemonics is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.
