Vaga: Chief of Party – Mozambique USDA McGovern-Dole Program

Organization: World Vision International
Location: Maputo, Mozambique
Employment Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term International Assignment
Application Deadline: April 27, 2025
Job ID: JR41506
Estimated Program Value: $25-32 million (5-year project, pending donor approval)

About the Role

World Vision seeks an experienced Chief of Party (COP) to lead a USDA McGovern-Dole Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program in Mozambique. This pivotal role will oversee a $25M+ initiative to improve school feeding, literacy, and nutrition outcomes for vulnerable children.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Provide overall vision, technical direction, and administrative oversight for the program.
• Serve as primary liaison between USDA, Mozambican government, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with USDA regulations and World Vision policies.

Program Management

• Oversee project planning, implementation, and deliverables.
• Manage operational/financial priorities, including annual budgeting and work plans.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team and foster partnerships with local organizations.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Represent the project at high-level forums and advocate for USDA’s Learning Agenda.
• Build relationships with government, donors, and communities to ensure alignment.

Monitoring & Capacity Building

• Facilitate timely reporting (quarterly/annual reports, activity updates).
• Mentor staff and promote a culture of adaptive learning and gender-sensitive programming.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Advanced degree in Education, Nutrition, Agriculture, Development Studies, or related field.
• 10+ years managing complex USAID/USDA-funded programs (minimum $10M budget).
• Proven experience as COP, Deputy COP, or Senior Manager in:
  • School feeding/nutrition programs
  • Fragile contexts
  • Multi-stakeholder collaborations

Skills & Competencies

• Fluency in English (required); Portuguese (strongly preferred).
• Expertise in USDA McGovern-Dole regulations and Mozambique’s development context.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Commitment to gender equality and “Do No Harm” principles.

Logistics

• Ability to travel frequently within Mozambique.
• Position contingent upon donor funding approval (anticipated start: October 2025).

How to Apply

1. Submit CV and cover letter in English via:
   World Vision Careers Portal
2. Deadline: April 27, 2025.

Note: Mozambican nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.