Global Communities is recruiting two Chiefs of Party for an anticipated multi-year USDA Food for Peace programme, one in Tegucigalpa, Honduras and one in Guatemala City, Guatemala. Both posts are contingent on award and USDA approval, so neither is confirmed until approval is given, and the anticipated start is early next year.
This is a senior leadership role, not an entry-level job. The person appointed will lead the whole programme in their country, answer to the donor for results and spending, and manage senior staff, partners and government contacts.
Key details at a glance
| Detail | What the official posting states |
|---|---|
| Employer | Global Communities |
| Role | Chief of Party (two openings) |
| Programme | Food for Peace Non-Emergency Multi-Year Programming (USDA) |
| Locations | Tegucigalpa, Honduras (one post); Guatemala City, Guatemala (one post) |
| Closing date listed for this vacancy | 30 November |
| Start | Early next year, subject to award and USDA approval |
| Salary and benefits | Not stated on the official page |
Two posts, and both depend on the award
The most important detail is the condition attached to both posts. The official posting states plainly that these positions are contingent upon award and USDA approval, which means the programme and the start date can change if approval is delayed or not given. Apply in good time, but do not resign from a current job or make firm relocation plans on the basis of this vacancy alone.
What this programme is trying to do
The programme is authorised under Title II of the Food for Peace Act and targets people and places that face repeated food crises. Its approach, Graduation through Agriculture-led Development, helps households build a steadier living from farming, rather than relying on emergency food aid again and again. United States agricultural commodities are part of the programme, alongside work to strengthen farming value chains, the steps from farm to buyer.
What the Chief of Party runs day to day
The Chief of Party sets the vision and strategy and provides financial and operational leadership so agreed results are reached on time. That includes leading work plans and budgets, checking progress against targets, and acting when activities fall behind. The role also covers oversight of staff, consultants and partners, and monitoring and evaluation, the regular checking of whether the work is having its intended effect.
Who can credibly apply
You are a strong fit if:
- You hold a Master’s in a related field with at least 10 years managing multi-sectoral projects, or a Bachelor’s in a related field with at least 12 years.
- You have at least 5 years as a Chief of Party, in senior management, or in an equivalent role leading large international donor programmes.
- You have expertise in food security, nutrition, market systems, value chains or graduation models, and full professional proficiency in spoken and written English and Spanish.
- You have experience in emerging markets, ideally in Guatemala, Honduras or elsewhere in Latin America, and you accept frequent travel to project locations.
Think carefully before applying if you do not meet the language rule, because it is a requirement, not a preference. The same applies if your senior experience comes from a small project or a single technical area only, since this post asks for leadership across budgets, teams, partners and donor reporting.
Why the language rule will decide many applications
Many senior vacancies list a second language as desirable, but this one does not. Full professional proficiency in both English and Spanish is required, in speaking and in writing. In practice, that means drafting donor reports in English and negotiating with government officials in Spanish.
How to shape a senior application for this role
At this level, a list of job titles is not enough. Give short, concrete examples that show scale: the programme you led, the budget you managed, the staff you supervised, and the donor you reported to. Then show what changed, such as a work plan brought back on track or a partnership that improved delivery, using examples from farming, markets and resilience.
How to apply
First, read the full official posting and decide which duty station fits your experience, since these are separate openings. Next, prepare evidence of your degree and experience route, your five years of senior donor-programme leadership, and your proficiency in English and Spanish. Then apply through the official page linked below. The closing date listed for this vacancy is 30 November, but the official posting text retrieved did not display a closing date, so check the application page itself before relying on that date.
After you apply: what is not promised
The official posting does not describe the selection steps or an interview timetable, so do not assume a quick decision. Because both posts are contingent on award and USDA approval, timing may depend on the donor process, and an anticipated start early next year is not guaranteed. Salary, benefits and contract terms are also not stated on the official page.
Questions applicants usually ask
Q: Is there one post or two?
A: There are two openings: one in Tegucigalpa, Honduras and one in Guatemala City, Guatemala.
Q: Is the job guaranteed to start?
A: No. Both posts are contingent upon award and USDA approval, with an anticipated start early next year.
Q: Do I need to speak Spanish?
A: Yes. Full professional proficiency in spoken and written English and Spanish is required, not preferred.
Q: What qualifications are required?
A: A Master’s in a related field with at least 10 years of experience, or a Bachelor’s in a related field with at least 12 years, plus at least 5 years as a Chief of Party, in senior management, or in an equivalent role.
One last check before you decide
Compare this with other senior NGO roles, such as the Plan International Regional Humanitarian Preparedness and Response Coordinator, the Première Urgence Internationale Country Director role, and the WFP Logistics Officer post in Pakistan. If you meet the leadership and bilingual requirements, this is worth a careful application.
