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 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:
- Lead activities in enhancing entrepreneurship skills and opportunities, especially stimulating entrepreneurship among women and youth
- Improve availability and accessibility of entrepreneurship services, with focus on business incubators
Qualifications:
- Master's degree preferred or bachelor's degree with equivalent years of experience in business, management, entrepreneurship, or relevant field preferred
- Relevant technical experience in entrepreneurship or entrepreneurship programs, specifically in Egypt
- Technical expertise in entrepreneurship, provision of services and training, establishing local centers, corporate social responsibility, startups, and business incubators
- Capacity to identify appropriate stakeholders
- 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
Application Instructions:
Send electronic submissions to seedrecruit@chemonics.com by March 19, 2015. Please include "Entrepreneurship 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 "Entrepreneurship 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.
