Deputy Chief of Party, CREA, Honduras

Deputy Chief of Party

**Organization:** CREA Honduras **Location:** Honduras **Job Type:** Full Time **Category:** Programs **Region:** Latin America

Position Summary:

The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will support the Chief of Party (COP) in all aspects of the implementation of Coalisi n para la Resiliencia Econ mica y Ambiental (CREA) in Honduras. The DCOP will work with the private sector, governments, local producers, and organizations in rambutan and cocoa value chains, and other diversification crops on the north coast of Honduras. Responsibilities include providing technical tools, building relationships with local markets and the private sector, leading training and support for local staff and partners, and strengthening business capacities of MSMEs in selected value chains. Additionally, the DCOP will support the COP in providing technical leadership, operational oversight, and maintaining effective partnerships with key stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct periodic planning workshops and sessions
• Supervise reporting and technical alignment
• Ensure delivery of initiative impacts
• Collaborate with key leads and partners
• Foster compliance with policies and procedures
• Identify and handle risks, raising issues as needed
• Oversee activity effectiveness and implementation
• Ensure compliance with USAID regulations
• Participate in meetings and technical progress reviews
• Support subgrantee monitoring and capacity development
• Prepare technical reports and ensure compliance with templates
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• Master’s degree preferred
• 8+ years of international development experience
• 5+ years of management experience
• Experience with agricultural projects and USAID grants
• Knowledge of relevant value chains and analysis methodologies
• Strong communication skills in English and Spanish
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally

Salary:

Commensurate with experience **Job Level:** 3

*Note: Only candidates authorized to work in Honduras will be considered.*

If you have any questions, please contact the HR department at recruitment@ra.org.

The Rainforest Alliance is dedicated to creating a more sustainable world by using social and market forces to protect nature and improve the lives of farmers and forest communities. Our work spans across 70 countries and involves partnerships with diverse allies to drive positive change in global supply chains and natural landscapes. Together, we aim to protect forests and biodiversity, combat climate change, promote human rights, and enhance rural livelihoods. With over 30 years of experience in sustainability transformation, we understand the intricate connection between ecosystem health and community well-being. Join us in our mission to protect nature and improve lives by transforming the way the world produces, sources, and consumes resources.