Chief of Party, USDA McGovern-Dole

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Key Responsibilities:

JOB PURPOSE

About World Vision

World Vision is one of the largest international non-governmental organizations in the world and currently implements multi-sectoral food security programs in countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean. World Vision is seeking to hire a Chief of Party (COP) for an anticipated five-year United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) McGovern-Dole Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program (McGovern-Dole) in Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America or Asia.

Job Summary

This activity is a 5-year program worth approximately USD $25 to $32 million. The project is expected to start in October 2026 and this position is contingent upon funding and donor approval. The COP will lead overall vision, technical expertise and administrative leadership for the program and services as the project’s representative for USDA, the government of the country of implementation and other key stakeholders. To accomplish this, the COP will lead a team of technical experts and support staff ensuring adherence to USDA regulations and World Vision policies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES

25% Oversee the technical aspects of the project, including planning, implementation, project results, and deliverables, in accordance with the project work plan. Ensure clarity regarding plans and priorities, and foster effective collaboration across the project team, which comprises staff from partner organizations.

End Results

Timely, efficient program implementation

35% Build and maintain productive working relationship