Multiple Positions for Action Against Plastic Pollution (VnAAPP) Activity

Job Description

Chemonics seeks applications from qualified professionals for our ongoing, five-year USAID Vietnam Action Against Plastic Pollution (VnAAPP) Activity. This Activity seeks to help Vietnam to reduce ocean plastic pollution at its source under three objectives to improve integrated solid waste management, reduce use of single use plastics, and foster action through extended producer responsibility.

Chemonics seeks candidates for the following areas for this Activity with the necessary qualifications:

• Municipal solid waste management
• Municipal solid waste recycling
• Informal sector waste management and recycling
• Extended producer responsibility
• Source reduction and packaging
• Single use plastics reduction models
• Waste management capacity building
• Government municipal services management and procurement
• Landfill management and design
• Private sector engagement

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, waste management, recycling, water and natural resource management, public policy, public administration, economics, communications, business or related field required. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in municipal solid waste management, municipal services provision, local governance, enviornmental protection, energy, and/or related areas with preferred experience in Vietnam or elsewhere in Asia.
• Strong understanding of municipal solid waste systems, investment structures, and performance- and incentive-based waste management
• Experience working with vulnerable urban populations preferred​.
• Experience with USAID or other donor-funded programs preferred.
• Supervisory experience and demonstrated ability to form strong working relationships, mentor, and motivate staff.
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.
• Fluency in English, orally and in writing.

Application Instructions:

If you are interested in this opportunity, kindly submit your application to VnAAPP-Recruit@chemonics.com. The deadline to submit applications April 15, 2024. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.

About the Organization

Founded in 1975, Chemonics is an international development consulting firm. In more than 70 countries around the globe, our network of 5,000 specialists share a simple belief: that the challenges we face today are best solved through the right partnerships — sharing knowledge, expertise, and experience to deliver results. As part of our culture and values, Chemonics is proud to be named a “Best Place to Work” in the Human Rights campaign Foundation’s 2021 Corporate Equality Index. Where Chemonics works, development works. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter or visit us at www.chemonics.com.