RTI International Chief of Party Job Vacancy in Ethiopia 2026
Apply Now RTI International Chief of Party Job Vacancy in Ethiopia 2026 – RTI International is inviting qualified and interested candidates to apply for the position of Chief of Party. This vacancy is open for applicants who meet the required qualifications and experience. Interested job seekers are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
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RTI International Chief of Party Job Vacancy
- Job Title: Chief of Party, Food for Progress (FFPr) Sun Gold Project
- Organization: RTI International (RTI)
- Req ID: 13251
- Categories: Project Management
- Job Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Posted Date: January 07, 2026
- Application Deadline: January 13, 2026
- Official Website: www.rti.org
Primary Responsibilities
- Responsible for overall management and vision of the project, including leading planning, oversight, and coordination of all project activities and personnel. Serves as the primary liaison between USDA country client and RTI, managing overall client relationship and ensuring all contractual technical deliverables and reporting requirements are met and in compliance with contractual requirements and RTI standards.
- Serves as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders and counterparts regarding overall policy, resource mobilization and allocation, joint initiatives, and coordination of project management and planning.
- Supervises senior technical and operational staff, leading performance planning, development and evaluation processes. Ensures staff development and career progression.
- Coaches, mentors, and trains project senior staff developing both technical and soft skills.
- Oversees recruiting/mobilization for international and local staff, both long and short term.
- Oversees the project leadership team and conducts regular meetings to ensure overall execution of project vision and efficient and cost-effective achievement of all results.
- Oversees performance MEL to ensure all project targets are met or exceeded, making recommendations for improvement in project implementation.
- Responsible for developing and implementing inclusive and supportive workplace practices to ensure a high level of staff morale and retention.
- Ensure that systems are in place and deployed to track expenditures (including labor) and monitor same against the Program work plan and budget, according to both company policy and client standards/regulations.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree and 15 years of experience, Master’s degree and 12 years of experience, PhD and 8 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 8+ years of management and leadership experience, managing large USG donor-funded projects of similar size ($20+ million or more) in developing countries.
- Prior experience as a Chief of Party leading USG-funded programs in Africa.
- Technical knowledge and experience implementing programs focused on agricultural productivity and/or trade of agricultural products.
- Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and an ability to manage projects with remote offices and team members.
- Demonstrated experience utilizing adaptative management to successfully guide programming.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain professional relationships with host country government counterparts and a wide range of stakeholders, including government officials, private sector businesses, associates, and civil society organizations.
- Sound judgment in identifying, managing, and escalating risks, ensuring issues are addressed promptly, and compliance is maintained across all functions.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to delegate effectively, mentor staff, and build a culture of accountability, professional development, and continuous learning and improvement.
- Excellent writing and communication skills in English.
Preferred Experience
- USDA donor experience is preferred.
- Experience working on agricultural productivity/ trade projects in Eastern Africa, Ethiopia experience is preferred.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume to https://globalcareers-rtiinc.icims.com/jobs/ before January 13, 2026. For more details Click Here.
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