GAIN Project Associate, Demand Creation Jobs in Kenya
GAIN Project Associate, Demand Creation Jobs in Kenya
About the Role The USAID funded NAWIRI Project aims to sustainably reduce levels of acute malnutrition among vulnerable populations in Isiolo and Marsabit counties in Kenya. GAIN is a partner on the CRS-led consortium, working alongside others to understand the functionality of the local private sector actors; the functionality of local market systems; the implications of this for acute malnutrition patterns and ways in which the private sector could be leveraged to improve the availability, accessibility, affordability, and desirability of nutritious foods to vulnerable households in the region.
Reporting to the Project Manager, as Project Associate you will provide technical expertise to create and sustain consumer demand for nutritious foods in Isolo and Marsabit Counties. You will be responsible for consumer-facing marketing activities that encourage purchasing of nutritious foods.
Role Specifics Include;
Explore existing or establish new market delivery channels to improve access to nutritious food as part of NAWIRI ,
Support existing public delivery channels to increase take-up of nutritious food by the target population
Support suppliers and sales forces with product positioning and retail promotion strategies
Facilitate the development of product positioning or brands
Participate and contribute to development and implementation of project work plans
Provide assistance to the project manager by monitoring
the project progress against project workplan and budget.
Collect, document, collate and analyse project data for monitoring and management information purposes.
Identify any potential issues or risks that could affect the progression of the project and work with the Project Manager to identify potential solutions.
About you
You will need to have good experience in the agri-food sector in Kenya, and be able to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders to develop solutions within this space.
You must have experience in marketing / advertising of foods to consumers, with additional experience in food sales a distinct plus.
It would be desirable for you to have worked in public / private sector partnerships, especially in the ASAL area of Kenya.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; GAIN Project Associate, Demand Creation Jobs in Kenya
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