Chemonics Jobs Agricultural Trade Specialist

Responsibilities include:

• Work to promote and implement an improved agriculture enabling policy environment, including supporting regional and national level policy dialogues
• Develop regional common standards in staple crops
• Promote structured trading systems

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in agriculture, agricultural business, agricultural marketing, or related field required; master’s degree strongly preferred
• Minimum 10 years of experience developing agricultural trade in developing countries, preferably in Africa; three to five years of private sector experience highly desired
• Experience working with end market requirements, trends in the end market, and buyers regionally or internationally
• Experience with setting up the channels and facilities of agricultural trade
• Experience interacting with the key value chain stakeholders
• Experience achieving increased competitiveness in agricultural products in the developing country context
• Skills for fostering inter-firm collaboration and cooperation with associations, donors, and government
• Ability to work collaboratively with institutional and private sector partners and stakeholders in a multi-country setting
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to use the latest ICT technology and computer software programs
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
• Fluent English required

Application Instructions:

Send electronic submissions to EastAfricaTrade [at] chemonics.com byDecember 1, 2013.

Please include the name of the position in the subject line.

No telephone inquiries, please.

Finalists will be contacted.

In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify [at] chemonics.com with only "East Africa U.S. Trade & Investment Center Program – agricultural trade specialist" in the subject line.

If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check "I do not wish to complete the information requested." 

Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.

Agriculture Jobs. Development Manager

Agriculture Jobs in Kenya

South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited (SonySugar), a key player in the sugar industry in Kenya, wishes to enhance its human capital base by filling the following senior management position with a talented and qualified Kenyan citizen:-

Outgrowers Cane Development Manager

Reporting to Head of Agriculture,

Outgrowers Cane Development Manager will be responsible for;

Planning and co-coordinating all primary cane development activities to enable achievement of set productivity and performance targets.
Ensure that all set land development targets are achieved.
Responsible for ensuring that lead times between various operations are strictly adhered to.
Responsible for timely harvesting and distribution of seed cane to all furrowed land in the sugarcane growing zones.
Ensures timely distribution of fertilizer to all contracted and developed land in the sugarcane growing zones and issuance of herbicides as per requests.
Recruits and maintain adequate number of land development and seed cane transport contractors.
Ensures strict adherence to set quality standards in cane development.
Responsible for accurate maintenance of all operational data regarding land development, seed cane supply, fertilizer distribution, herbicides and vehicle /machine utilization.
Responsible for the formulation of the divisions’ budget and ensuring operations within the budget.
Timely compilation and submission of billing inputs to Outgrowers accounts.
Harmonious implementation of program through liaison with extension services.
Ensure harmonious working relationship with all the staff and customers.

Job Specification
B.Sc. Agriculture or Agriculture Engineering.
At least 5 years relevant experience in extension or production.
Post graduate qualifications in the relevant field an added advantage.
Ability to work under extreme pressure
Computer proficiency.
Person of integrity and self-drive.
Valid driving license.

Application Details
Please send us your cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, present position, current and expected remuneration.

Your application should also include names
and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address and daytime
telephone contacts.

Send your application to the address below not later than November 29, 2013.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P.O.Box 107, 40405Sare -
Awendo

SonySugar is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to open and transparent recruitment process, ladies are encouraged to apply

USAID Jobs Agricultural Trade Specialist

USAID Jobs Kenya 2013. 

Agricultural Trade Specialist

Call for Applications
DAI, a global development consulting firm based in the United States, seeks applications from senior-level experts for an anticipated five-year, trade facilitation project for East Africa.

The anticipated project is expected to increase regional trade, international competitiveness, and food security in the East Africa region.

Anticipated project activities include efforts to support national and regional bodies to facilitate intra-regional trade and economic integration, facilitate improved private sector competitiveness in key value chains, and expand trade through utilization of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).

Positions on the project are expected to be based in Kenya, with significant travel throughout the East Africa region and internationally.DAI is seeking candidates for the following positions:

Agricultural Trade Specialist

Requirements:
At least ten years of relevant experience with developing agricultural trade in developing countries and preferably in Africa;
experience working to meet the requirement of the end markets, trends in the end market and buyers regionally or internationally;
experience with setting up the channels and facilities of agricultural trade;
experience dealing with the key value chain stakeholders: producers, traders, and the actors in the supporting markets; the business enabling environment; and associations which support and research and policy institutes that study and publish on agricultural trade;
demonstrated experience achieving increased competitiveness in agricultural products the developing country context;
demonstrated skills for fostering inter-firm collaboration;
cooperation with associations, donors, and government;
3 to 5 years of private sector experience highly desired; and
strongly preferred Master’s degree or equivalent in agriculture, agricultural business, agricultural marketing, or related area or equivalent.

Interested candidates should e-mail their CV to EastAfricaTrade@dai.com by December 1, 2013, indicating the position of interest in the subject line.

No phone inquiries will be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Agriculture Jobs. Development Manager

Agriculture Jobs in Kenya

South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited (SonySugar), a key player in the sugar industry in Kenya, wishes to enhance its human capital base by filling the following senior management position with a talented and qualified Kenyan citizen:-

Outgrowers Cane Development Manager

Reporting to Head of Agriculture,

Outgrowers Cane Development Manager will be responsible for;

Planning and co-coordinating all primary cane development activities to enable achievement of set productivity and performance targets.
Ensure that all set land development targets are achieved.
Responsible for ensuring that lead times between various operations are strictly adhered to.
Responsible for timely harvesting and distribution of seed cane to all furrowed land in the sugarcane growing zones.
Ensures timely distribution of fertilizer to all contracted and developed land in the sugarcane growing zones and issuance of herbicides as per requests.
Recruits and maintain adequate number of land development and seed cane transport contractors.
Ensures strict adherence to set quality standards in cane development.
Responsible for accurate maintenance of all operational data regarding land development, seed cane supply, fertilizer distribution, herbicides and vehicle /machine utilization.
Responsible for the formulation of the divisions’ budget and ensuring operations within the budget.
Timely compilation and submission of billing inputs to Outgrowers accounts.
Harmonious implementation of program through liaison with extension services.
Ensure harmonious working relationship with all the staff and customers.

Job Specification
B.Sc. Agriculture or Agriculture Engineering.
At least 5 years relevant experience in extension or production.
Post graduate qualifications in the relevant field an added advantage.
Ability to work under extreme pressure
Computer proficiency.
Person of integrity and self-drive.
Valid driving license.

Application Details
Please send us your cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, present position, current and expected remuneration.

Your application should also include names
and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address and daytime
telephone contacts.

Send your application to the address below not later than November 29, 2013.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P.O.Box 107, 40405Sare -
Awendo

SonySugar is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to open and transparent recruitment process, ladies are encouraged to apply

Asst Poultry Manager Jobs in Kenya

Agriculture Jobs in Kenya
Assistant Poultry Manager
Location: Nambale district, Busia county, Kenya
Description:
The poultry farm has a range of birds at different ages on the farm.
These include:
breeding poultry birds
layers producing eggs for the food-chain
birds bred for meat
Key responsibilities:
Coordinates activities involved in raising poultry, such as collecting and candling eggs, feeding and vaccinating poultry, crating and shipping fryers, and cleaning and fumigating chicken houses.
Record keeping
Maintaining safe working practices
Ensuring welfare of birds
Trains new workers.
Advertising and marketing farm products
Other responsibilities as required by Farm Manager
Abilities / skills:
Team work
Reliable and committed
Good planning and problem-solving (analytical) ability
Enjoy working outside in all kinds of weather
Good communication and organisational skills
A responsible attitude and to be able to work independently
Ability to carry out manual duties
Able to handle isolation and minimal social interaction
Technical knowledge of the environment
Effective people management skills
Marketing and sales skills
The successful candidate will:
Have experience of working with stock – preferably but not essentially Poultry
Have a qualification relevant to animal production
Status: Open
Salary: KES 10,000/=  to 20,000/= per month, depending on qualifications and experience
Applications: Send CV & testimonials to asili@mgm.co.ke

Farm Manager Job Vacancies

Agriculture Job In Kenya 2013.
Farm Manager
The Organization
A 20 Ha Farm in Nyeri growing fruits and Vegetables for both local and export market is looking for a self-driven individual to fill a a vacant position of a Farm Manager
Desired Competences/Qualification
Diploma/Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture
3 year experience in a similar position
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Good Analytical skills
Able to work with minimum supervision
Team player
Knowledge in performance management
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should address their applications attaching their CV to farmtech.irrigation@gmail.com giving a reliable telephone contact before 1st November 2013

Nuru International Jobs. Dairy Manager

Agriculture Jobs in Kenya 2013.
Dairy Manager at Nuru International Kenya
About The Organization:
Nuru International Kenya is an NGO committed to ending extreme poverty in remote, rural areas by offering locally-led training in agriculture, personal finance, healthcare, and education. Nuru focuses on cultivating service-minded leaders and equipping people with tools and knowledge to lead their communities out of extreme poverty. Using local income-generating activities, Nuru sustains its work and funds program scaling into neighboring districts – thereby multiplying impact. Nuru’s vision is to create a world where people living in extreme poverty have the choice to determine their future.  See www.nuruinternational.org.
About The Position:
Reporting to the Portfolio Manager, the Dairy Manager will hold a critical role in the organization. He/she will successfully manage the day-to-day dairy operations of a large and rapidly growing organization.
This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished Dairy expert, with a deep understanding and track record of managing Dairy, who will play a pivotal role in Nuru’s next phase of development.
Dairy Manager Job Description:
Establish, supervise and maintain Nuru’s cattle herd, technicians, and manage the day to-day operations of Nuru’s dairy farm

Duties and Responsibilities:
Establish Nuru’s dairy business
Supervise all activities and all employees of Nuru’s dairy farm, which includes but is not limited to:
Management of the dairy herd (65% of time):
Establish Nuru’s dairy farm operations and processes
Meet Nuru’s defined dairy production and performance targets
Manage daily operations of dairy farm
Maintain cow herd and ensure milk production is at optimal international standards
Manage and maintain Nuru’s Napier and grazing plots
Supervise herd feeding operations
Manage the breeding and artificial insemination processes and raise replacement heifers
Manage and maintain dairy farm facilities, grounds and equipment
Ensure that Nuru adheres to all government rules and regulations
Manage the health and reproduction of Nuru’s herd
Operations and, Finance and Procurement (20 % of time):
Keep record of all dairy farm activities (herd  health, production, reproduction inventories)
Manage inventory
Manage the budget and financial performance of Nuru’s dairy farm
Manage dairy farm personnel, including but not limited to:
Managing payroll
Recruitment  and  training of dairy personnel
Evaluation and development of dairy personnel
Manage dairy farm procurement activities
Sales (15% of time)
Manage milk sales activities in coordination with portfolio manager
Minimum Qualifications (Education/Experience):
Experience in dairy management and training in the dairy industry (3+ years)
Management experience (2+ years)
Fluency in both oral and written English and Kiswahili
The ideal candidate will:
Be a graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Dairy Technology or its equivalent and have at least five years relevant experience.
Be innovative, enthusiastic and energetic, able to work with minimum supervision and will possess excellent organizational skills including the ability to multitask under pressure.
Have excellent interpersonal skills, a pleasant and outgoing personality
Be self-motivated and team orientated and work to a high level of integrity and accountability, with keen attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite specially MS Word and MS Excel.
LOCATION:
Isibania, Kuria West District
COMPENSATION:
Salary commensurate with experience.
Nuru International is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Interested applicants should submit their testimonials including resume/CVs and cover letter supported by at least two known references.
Please complete your application in English, include your phone number, and turn it in at our offices / Human Resources Manager at our main office (see PO Box for mailing information) or email it to francis.kizito@nuru.co.ke , cc nyuster@nuru.co.ke
Please outline how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position.  Deadline of receiving application is 15th November 2013.

Nuru International Jobs. Dairy Manager

Agriculture Jobs in Kenya 2013.
Dairy Manager at Nuru International Kenya
About The Organization:
Nuru International Kenya is an NGO committed to ending extreme poverty in remote, rural areas by offering locally-led training in agriculture, personal finance, healthcare, and education. Nuru focuses on cultivating service-minded leaders and equipping people with tools and knowledge to lead their communities out of extreme poverty. Using local income-generating activities, Nuru sustains its work and funds program scaling into neighboring districts – thereby multiplying impact. Nuru’s vision is to create a world where people living in extreme poverty have the choice to determine their future.  See www.nuruinternational.org.
About The Position:
Reporting to the Portfolio Manager, the Dairy Manager will hold a critical role in the organization. He/she will successfully manage the day-to-day dairy operations of a large and rapidly growing organization.
This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished Dairy expert, with a deep understanding and track record of managing Dairy, who will play a pivotal role in Nuru’s next phase of development.
Dairy Manager Job Description:
Establish, supervise and maintain Nuru’s cattle herd, technicians, and manage the day to-day operations of Nuru’s dairy farm

Duties and Responsibilities:
Establish Nuru’s dairy business
Supervise all activities and all employees of Nuru’s dairy farm, which includes but is not limited to:
Management of the dairy herd (65% of time):
Establish Nuru’s dairy farm operations and processes
Meet Nuru’s defined dairy production and performance targets
Manage daily operations of dairy farm
Maintain cow herd and ensure milk production is at optimal international standards
Manage and maintain Nuru’s Napier and grazing plots
Supervise herd feeding operations
Manage the breeding and artificial insemination processes and raise replacement heifers
Manage and maintain dairy farm facilities, grounds and equipment
Ensure that Nuru adheres to all government rules and regulations
Manage the health and reproduction of Nuru’s herd
Operations and, Finance and Procurement (20 % of time):
Keep record of all dairy farm activities (herd  health, production, reproduction inventories)
Manage inventory
Manage the budget and financial performance of Nuru’s dairy farm
Manage dairy farm personnel, including but not limited to:
Managing payroll
Recruitment  and  training of dairy personnel
Evaluation and development of dairy personnel
Manage dairy farm procurement activities
Sales (15% of time)
Manage milk sales activities in coordination with portfolio manager
Minimum Qualifications (Education/Experience):
Experience in dairy management and training in the dairy industry (3+ years)
Management experience (2+ years)
Fluency in both oral and written English and Kiswahili
The ideal candidate will:
Be a graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Dairy Technology or its equivalent and have at least five years relevant experience.
Be innovative, enthusiastic and energetic, able to work with minimum supervision and will possess excellent organizational skills including the ability to multitask under pressure.
Have excellent interpersonal skills, a pleasant and outgoing personality
Be self-motivated and team orientated and work to a high level of integrity and accountability, with keen attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite specially MS Word and MS Excel.
LOCATION:
Isibania, Kuria West District
COMPENSATION:
Salary commensurate with experience.
Nuru International is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Interested applicants should submit their testimonials including resume/CVs and cover letter supported by at least two known references.
Please complete your application in English, include your phone number, and turn it in at our offices / Human Resources Manager at our main office (see PO Box for mailing information) or email it to francis.kizito@nuru.co.ke , cc nyuster@nuru.co.ke
Please outline how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position.  Deadline of receiving application is 15th November 2013.

Plant Mechanic - Kwale International Sugar Company

Qualifications and Experience
    Diploma in Agricultural Mechanization with 2 years experience
Duties and Responsibilities    Maintains and repairs Graders, Excavators, dozers, Front loaders and heavy machineries.
    Overhauls the engine of machineries
    Maintains hydraulic systems, power train, final drives, and tandem and drive pumps of machineries.
    Submit report of maintenance to his immediate supervisor.
Based at Ramisi, Msambweni
Qualified individuals are invited to send their application along with detailed CV to careers@kwale-group.com so as to be received on or before 20th  Sep 2013

National Cereals & Produce Board Vacancies in Kenya - Managing Director

This position calls for high-level maturity and ability to effectively interact and operate at management and Board level, to realise NCPB’s vision "to be the leading agricultural commodity management and trading organization in East and Central Africa".
Job Profile:

Implementing and monitoring decisions of the Board of Directors and appraising the Board on the progress.

Spearheading reviewing and implementing NCPB Strategic Plan and ensuring its compliance with Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries Strategic Plan and Kenya Vision 2030, policy guidelines.

Providing leadership in change management.

Planning, directing and coordinating the administrative and office support functions of the organisation.

Coordinating and preparing business related proposals and resource mobilization.

Ensuring effective communication between management and the Board as well as betweendifferent levels of management.

Providing leadership and fostering teamwork among all employees.

Co-ordinating the appointment of supervisors and staff.

Developing, implementing and reviewing of administration policies, strategies and systems to ensure delivery of quality services to internal and external clients.

Planning, monitoring and evaluating staff training and development programmes.

Ensuring continuous achievement of the corporation’s financial and operations strategic objectives. Qualifications and Experience:

A Bachelors degree in the fields of Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Logistics, Law or Agriculture from a recognized University.

A Masters Degree in any of the following fields: Business Administration,Economics/Agricultural Economics, Law, Agricultural related fields, or any other relevant field from a recognized University.

Postgraduate professional qualification in business management, marketing, Logistics/supply chain management, distribution, warehouse management.

Knowledge/experience in Warehousing Receipt System and Commodity Exchange will be an added advantage.

Possess a minimum of fifteen (15) years experience ten (10) of which must be at a senior management level in a reputable organisation.

Proficient in ICT with ability to use it in improving business operations.

Self-driven, and of impeccable integrity and honesty in line with Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.

Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence.

Demonstrated administrative capability required for formulation of national policies and good interpersonal relations.

Ability to think strategically.

International business exposure/experience and working in ISO certified environment. Other Requirements:

A Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID).

A Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education loans Board (HELB).

A Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).

A Clearance Certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).

Membership of a professional body in the area of specialization. Knowledge And Skills:

Knowledge and experience of Kenyan Labour Laws.

Knowledge of Performance Based Management.

Have strong and proven leadership Skills to lead a dynamic team.

Be a team player, effective supervisory, negotiation, analytical, employee relations, excellent planning and organisation, mentoring, coaching and strong interpersonal and management skills. The Offer
This is a challenging and extremely exciting role that provides the qualifying candidate the opportunity to make a marked difference in the realization for Kenya’s development aspirations.
The person will also inculcate a results-based management culture to improve performance and accountability for all the staff and top leadership in the institution.
Applications with detailed CV indicating current position, qualifications, work experience, current remuneration(including gross salary), copies of certificates, names of at least three (3) professional referees and day time telephone contact should be sent to the following address:
The Chairman
National Cereals and Produce Board
P. O. BOX 30586 – 00200,
Nairobi

The envelope should be clearly marked Ref: NCPB/MD/2013 Applications should be received not later than 5th September 2013.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
National Cereals and Produce Board is an equal opportunity employer
Canvassing Will Lead To Automatic Disqualification

Manpower Recruitment Jobs Kenya

Latest Jobs in Kenya 2013.
Manpower Vacancy Briefs
Job Ref: 5844
Job Title: Site Manager
Road construction. Bituminous Products Knowledge a big adantage,

Remarks: For a leading construction / bitumen products supplier. Applicants should be Bsc ciil engineering degree or ciil engineering diploma holder. A very attractive salary will be negotiated.
Job Ref: 5845
Job Title: Farm Admin Manager
For a leading company. Location within 30 KM from Nairobi. Attractive salary plus company house.
Remarks: Attractive salary also free house. A degree in agriculture, vet, or related subjects and ability to manage farm workers, purchasing etc. Experience in managing farm work force is more important than a specific degree or diploma.
Job Ref: 5847
Job Title: Regional Sales Rep (Eldoret) Coercing Rift Valley.
Remarks: For a revolutionary foreign funded NGO supporting livestock farmers. Applicants should preferably be et graduates with extensive sales/distribution experience.
Disclose your current salary in your cover letter.
Apply via email to recruit@manpowersericesgroup.com so as to reach us by 26th sep 2013

Agriculture Kenyan Jobs. Williamson Tea

Agriculture Jobs in Kenya
Vacancy: Field Assistant
Williamson Tea Kenya Limited
Vacancy has arisen at one of our Tea Estates in the Rift Valley and we are requesting those who have the relevant qualifications and experience to apply.
Purpose
Reporting to the Field Manager, the Job holder will be responsible for general supervision and direction of all field operations and any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Field Manager.
Key Responsibilities
The job holder will carry the following:
Prepare land and establish tea/fuel/timber plantations following Agency guidelines.
Ensure efficient tea bush management and harvesting of quality leaf as per Agency set requirements.
Ensure preservation of the environment by protecting wetlands, indigenous forests and enforce compliance with all certification standard requirements relating to field operations.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors of Science Degree in Agriculture, Agriculture Engineering or Food Science and Technology.
Have 3 years relevant experience in Field and Factory Operations preferably in Tea Industry
Proficient in IT skills and MS office packages.
Must be able to work independently and meet deadlines within a team environment.
Be a dynamic person who has high integrity, good communication skills who relates well with others and is enthusiastic and willing to learn
Willingness to work extra hours to meet set targets.
Preferably below the age of 35 years.
If you meet the above requirements, please submit a letter of application, certificates including a detailed CV with telephone contacts, names and addresses of three referees.
Your application should reach us not later than 13th September 2013 and be addressed to:
The Managing Director
Williamson Tea Kenya Ltd
P.O Box 42281-00100Nairobi
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

IFC Agriculture Kenyan Jobs

Agriculture Careers in Kenya
Title: Senior Sustainable Agribusiness Specialist
Job Stream: Technical Assistance  Advisory Services
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 09/10/2013
Background / General description:
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in developing countries.
We create opportunity for people to escape poverty and improve their lives. We do so by providing financing to help businesses employ more people and supply essential services, by mobilizing capital from others, and by delivering advisory services to ensure sustainable development.IFC’s Sustainable Business Advisory (SBA) teams work with companies to adopt responsible business practices which transform markets and improve people’s lives.
We work with a range of industrial sectors including agribusiness, infrastructure, oil, gas, mining, services and manufacturing. Support to the development of sustainable agri-business is central to IFC’s program in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Increasingly agribusiness companies in the region are faced with a multitude of different pressures including the need to be profitable whilst at the same time addressing and engaging in issues such as poverty, climate change and food security.
To support clients address these issues, IFC is looking to recruit a Sustainable Agriculture Specialist to advise IFC and its clients on how to do business in a way that provides opportunities for small holders, generates decent work and jobs, respects human rights and protects the environment.The position can be based in Nairobi or Johannesburg.
Candidates are invited to indicate their preferred location in their motivational letter and CV.
IFC will accommodate personal preferences as much as business needs allow.
The position will report to the SBA Manager, Sub-Saharan Africa.
Duties and Accountabilities:
The overall role of this post will be to develop and drive a sustainable agri-business program for SBA which provides high quality, appropriate solutions to national and international clients.
The Sustainable Agribusiness Specialist will work in close coordination with global and regional investment departments, country managers and other advisory services business lines to identify advisory opportunities and will provide leadership and relevant expertise to develop a pipeline of related advisory projects in the region.
S/he will also be an active member of the core Global Industry Practice Group and support and develop global projects and programs in other regions as requested.
The specific duties of this post will include:
Program Development and Implementation Strategic:
Develop a three year agribusiness business plan for SBA and contribute to the Sub-Saharan Africa agriculture strategy and its implementation.
Technical:
Develop technical solutions for agribusiness clients and serve as the industrial specialist for SBA on key commodities (coffee, cocoa, forestry, palm and tea); work with existing and prospective clients to develop sound sustainable business solutions and develop and implement SBA’s program on sustainable supply chains, which will involve helping clients strengthen their work with small holders and out-growers.
Support IFC investment officers develop a portfolio of sustainable agri-business clients: Work closely with IFC’s agri-business and manufacturing teams to support them develop appropriate program that have a positive development impact, improve the livelihoods of small holders and address key environmental issues.
Organize meetings with IFC’s investment and advisory teams to support development and implementation of a comprehensive program for sustainable agribusiness in Sub-Saharan Africa:
Set up regular meetings for internal stakeholders to shape IFC’s agenda on sustainable agri-business. SBA is the focal point for all of IFC’s advisory work on agri-business which includes SBA, investment climate, access to finance and Private Public Partnerships.
People Management:
Mentor, support and supervise the team of project leaders and support staff to set and achieve targets; be responsible for recruitment and on-boarding of new staff, facilitate knowledge sharing among staff members and support program team members to develop professional skills and expertise.
Project and Portfolio Management:
Set yearly program/project targets and ensure effective implementation of the projects in terms of activities, timeline, budget and expected impact. This includes technical guidance, supervision and quality control from project start-up, through to implementation, closure, evaluation under IFC’s ME framework and project management policies, including the review and the sign-off of all supervision and project closure reports.
Budget Preparation:
Prepare annual budgets and regular cash forecasts, and manage funds so that financial targets are achieved.
Fundraising:
Work with the regional manager formulating the SSA strategy related to agribusiness, and assume responsibility for fund raising in collaboration with the Regional Donor Coordinator.
Communication:
Draft and circulate regular communications on client and program performance.
Relationship Management with sustainable agribusiness stakeholders:
Liaise with IFC and WBG internal stakeholders active in Inclusive Supply Chain and Community Engagement; represent IFC externally to relevant global and regional industry players, international organizations and donors.
Selection Criteria:
Masters level degree in sustainable agriculture or equivalent.
7+years of relevant client work experience in agribusiness in Africa.
Demonstrated technical expertise in establishing sustainable supply chains.
Understanding of how markets, especially in developing countries, function and ability to provide informed insights about the role of the private sector in addressing sustainable agri-business.
Experience in writing project proposals, logical frameworks and budgets
Excellent communication skills in English, and the ability to present ideas and information clearly and concisely; candidates with French or Portuguese language skills have a competitive advantage.
Experience managing complex projects, monitoring programs, and reporting on a project cycle basis.
Excellent organizational and people management skills.
Ability to operate successfully in a multicultural environment, and to develop and maintain effective relations with a large, and diversified group of internal and external stakeholders.
Click Here to Apply Online

Agronomist Marketing Executives Jobs

Latest Jobs in Kenya.
Positions: Agronomist Marketing Executives
Location: Eldoret, Machakos
Our client specializing with wide variety of products ranging from all types of Agrochemicals (Herbicides, Fungicides, Insecticides, Miticides, Foliar feed e.t.c) to dairy enzymes, test kits, milling enzymes (instant yeasts and bread improvers) as well as various compounds used in the treatment of water and waste management seeks to recruit an Agronomist Marketing Executive.
The Ideal candidate MUST have over 2 years experience in the same field
Key Task and Responsibilities
•    Establishing and maintaining a consistent level of commitment to selling Agrochemicals, food (Milling and Bakery enzymes) and dairy Ingredients
•    Marketing company’s  services like waste water treatment and environment management concepts
•    Building good  relationships with retailers distributors and farmers
•    Achieving sales, market share and contribution in line with company targets
•    Selling & developing product positioning and implement customer account plans for the designated territories
•    Conducting analysis of the business environment, identify opportunities and communicate this information to the management as appropriate
•    Training and developing distribution network to promote sales of company products into key markets
•    Coaching retailers with agronomic and product benefit information to enhance selling activity
•    Understanding customer needs and provide feedback throughout the organization on product performance, program effectiveness and competition activity
Skills and Qualification
•    Degree/Diploma in Agriculture
•    At least two (2) years working experience working in the same industry
•    Knowledge of Good Agricultural Practices
•    Ability to train others in use of products and plant nutrition
•    Must be proactive and have good communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Must be attentive to detail
•    Must be able to work under minimal supervision
•    Must be flexible and willing to work under pressure
•    Must be willing and ready to learn and be taught and take up new tasks as assigned
To apply, send your CV ONLY and cover letter to cvs@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 20th September 2013.
Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.
Positions: Agronomist Marketing Executives
Location: Eldoret, Machakos
Our client specializing with wide variety of products ranging from all types of Agrochemicals (Herbicides, Fungicides, Insecticides, Miticides, Foliar feed e.t.c) to dairy enzymes, test kits, milling enzymes (instant yeasts and bread improvers) as well as various compounds used in the treatment of water and waste management seeks to recruit an Agronomist Marketing Executive.
The Ideal candidate MUST have over 2 years experience in the same field
Key Task and Responsibilities
•    Establishing and maintaining a consistent level of commitment to selling Agrochemicals, food (Milling and Bakery enzymes) and dairy Ingredients
•    Marketing company’s  services like waste water treatment and environment management concepts
•    Building good  relationships with retailers distributors and farmers
•    Achieving sales, market share and contribution in line with company targets
•    Selling & developing product positioning and implement customer account plans for the designated territories
•    Conducting analysis of the business environment, identify opportunities and communicate this information to the management as appropriate
•    Training and developing distribution network to promote sales of company products into key markets
•    Coaching retailers with agronomic and product benefit information to enhance selling activity
•    Understanding customer needs and provide feedback throughout the organization on product performance, program effectiveness and competition activity
Skills and Qualification
•    Degree/Diploma in Agriculture
•    At least two (2) years working experience working in the same industry
•    Knowledge of Good Agricultural Practices
•    Ability to train others in use of products and plant nutrition
•    Must be proactive and have good communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Must be attentive to detail
•    Must be able to work under minimal supervision
•    Must be flexible and willing to work under pressure
•    Must be willing and ready to learn and be taught and take up new tasks as assigned
To apply, send your CV ONLY and cover letter to cvs@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 20th September 2013.
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