Agricultural Processing Specialist

BACKGROUND The Lebanon Industry Value Chain Development (LIVCD) is a five year program funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented under the leadership of Development Alternatives, Inc. (DAI).  LIVCD Project aims to increase the competitiveness of selected value chains, expand the number of Micro and Small and Medium Enterprises that can compete in selected markets, improve linkages between those firms and other actors throughout the value chain, increase the gross value of products and services in local and export markets, and expand exports. Development Alternatives Inc. is seeking a candidate to fill the position of Agricultural Processing Specialist on the USAID LICD Project for a period of 4.5 years.  OBJECTIVES The Agricultural Processing Specialist will oversee technical assistance in agro-processing for targeted value chains, and will lead farmer demonstration plots and farmer field day programs to improve processing techniques, practices, and standards. Required Qualifications:- A min. of 3 years experience in donor-funded programs with strong preference for USAID experience, private sector or other entities; - A masters degree in agriculture engineering, management, public administration, or similar field is a plus;- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills;- Excellent command of English and Arabic; proven capacity to engage in verbal and written communication, reporting impact of program activities to a variety of audiences.