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Manager

Chemonics International | Apply By 17 February 2012

Chemonics seeks a Washington-based manager to provide day-to-day support to project teams and contribute to new business proposals in our South America Regional Business Unit. Our portfolio includes projects in private sector development, natural resources management, and agricultural productivity. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. Responsibilities include:

Provide administrative and management support to overseas staff
Oversee client relationships and timely processing of local accounts, subcontractors’ invoices, and project invoices
Apply knowledge of U.S. government regulations, policies, and procedures, and contribute technical knowledge to core business activities
Serve in key new business roles
Manage the performance and workload of individuals and teams
Supervise a team of up to three people

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred
Minimum three years of professional experience in international, donor-funded project management
Knowledge of U.S. government regulations, policies, and procedures
Strong project management skills
Experience backstopping USAID-funded projects
Experience living or working in developing countries preferred
Willingness to travel and work abroad up to eight weeks per year and to consider placement on long-term overseas assignments
Proposal development experience preferred
Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
Strong verbal and written communication skills
English and Spanish fluency required

Application Instructions: Please submit a cover letter and resume electronically to by February 17, 2012. No telephone inquiries, please.

Applicants should also download and complete our EEO self-identification form and separately submit it to when applying for this position. Please include “name of position, region/country” in the subject line. Applicants can indicate on the form their choice not to disclose. Thank you for completing the form and supporting our EEO reporting requirements.

Finalists will be contacted.

Chemonics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability and genetic information.