Heifer International Business Development Manager Jobs in Nairobi - Kenya
Heifer International Business Development Manager Jobs in Nairobi - Kenya
Business Development ManagerTracking Code-650-752Job DescriptionHeifer International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identify, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Function
The Business Development Manager under the overall guidance of the Project Coordinator, will provide overall leadership in designing and implementing appropriate interventions within the project with the objective of developing the 5 producer organizations in the Food for All Project (F4APK) into strong and profitable farmer business organizations and entities.
This will be achieved through capacity building of the organizations in business planning and financial management, development of management structures and systems, the provision of business advisory services and the development of key marketing and financial linkages in financial services, input services and strong partnerships with both public and private organizations.
The interventions to be led by the Business Development Manager seek to increase the overall level of competitiveness of the dairy production business within the 5 farmer producer organizations.
Essential Character Traits
Intellectual curious, professional judgement, effective communicator, accountable, values-committed pragmatic, inspirational and Team player
Responsibilities and Deliverables
Undertake capacity assessment and due diligence for farmer business organizations.
Support producer organizations to develop/Implementation of the business plans, strategic plans and financial and human resource management systems.
Capacity Building of Farmer business organizations through training in business, financial management and governance.
Analysis and conducting of feasibility to assess and develop new business, investment and financing options.
Provide advice and assistance in the establishment and maintenance of business and financial records keeping systems.
Develop business models clearly showing the value proposition of Hubs to members and how it will leverage the opportunities in the production and market environments
Develop an 18 Month action plan based on the capacity assessment report for the 5 Dairy cooperative.
Technical assistance and mentorship provided to the 5 farmer-based on a quarterly basis s through research, advisory and visits and training sessions.
Provide support in operationalization of the value addition infrastructure, cooling systems and centers
Facilitate the transformation of producer organizations (POs) into formal dairy collective enterprises that will stimulate dairy production.
Assist to develop guidelines for the formation, management and governance of cooperatives/Hubs/Producer groups
Coordinate and build up linkages and networks with the appropriate government Cooperative Office and other organizations, as required
5 producers organizations market structures for milk aggregation and value-added products reviewed and action points developed.
All the producers organizations operating as dairy collective producer organization and cooperatives by the end of the project.
The project has strong linkages with the government cooperative offices in all the 4 counties and all the 5 producers organizations are compliant with cooperative guidelines and formal requirements by the end of the project implementation.
Support the Producer Organizations to put in place and implement efficient financial management systems and build their capacity in all aspects of financial management.
An operational and module-based business training package that integrates the experience of 5 cooperatives and in use within the first 3 months.
Continuously review the capacity assessment deliverables using the Scope Insight methodology and LINK methodologies in the project.
Annual capacity development plans are developed overall for the project every year and their implementation reviewed and monitored on a quarterly basis.
With the Enterprise Development manager, develop the business hubs of the cooperatives with backward and forward linkages into the total value chain
Incorporate within the framework of the project, potential ‘win-win’ business opportunities which can attract different value chain actors to engage in transactional relationships with the farmer producer organizations and develop a platform for the achieving these partnerships.
Work in close coordination with the relevant project staff on quality assurance and control for all livestock-based products for processing, packaging,
marketing, and distribution
The 5 producers organizations develop a strong platform for engaging with the value chain actors in transnational relationships.
Close coordination and collaboration with Country Office Enterprise Development Manager, Training Manager and Animal Wellbeing Manager to deliver quality training through the annual capacity building plans.
The 5 Producer Organizations achieve and maintain high quality standards for their produce including milk and have effective systems for daily quality monitoring.
Collect, Collate and analysis the 5 cooperatives revenues and expenditures on monthly basis using standard data collection tools
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Business management, Rural Development, Animal production with post graduate diploma or experience in Business management or a related field is required.
Experience implementing activities in large, complex projects in challenging environments.
Minimum (5) five years field and technical experience working on agribusiness development projects.
Significant experience in building public/private partnerships, preferably in the dairy sector.
Required Experience
Strong business skills, leadership, strategic and innovation skills.
Strong communication skills in both English, Swahili, and other local languages of the cluster area.
String business skills development, strategic planning and planning for farmer business organizations.
Demonstrated knowledge of the latest developments in advancing good/best practices in value chain development that reaches women, youth, the poor, and underprivileged.
Demonstrated creativity, ability to think systematically, willingness and ability to incorporate innovative solutions and design catalytic activities within the value chain (e.g. the concept of quality-based pricing).
Demonstrated ability to design and implement strategies aimed at providing institutional capacity building to key partner institutions with a view to build a more efficient, competitive and sustainable livestock industry.
Knowledge of and experience in setting up cottage industries for processing locally branded dairy products (e.g. cheese, butter, fortified milk and yoghurt among others), poultry (eggs and meat) and vegetables for onward supply to niche and markets as well as implementing supply promotion/stimulation strategies in the context of the sub-sectors.
Experience in facilitating establishment of strategic alliances and joint ventures with local and foreign processors.
Knowledge and experience in strategic business planning and business analysis.
Demonstrate ability to undertake market assessments and use the information generated to support the producer organizations to leverage these opportunities to remain competitive.
Knowledge of equity financing (e.g. venture capital and/or private equity investing).
Strong computer literacy, preferably with Microsoft Office Suite.
Essential Job Functions and Physical Demands
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to individuals diplomatically and tactfully.
Ability to integrate financial services within the value chains with the view to foster trust and build strong relationship between chain actors and financial service providers.
Must be courteous, honest and of high integrity, especially in high-pressure situations.
Proven interpersonal and communication skills with ability to relate to individuals and groups diplomatically and tactfully.
Self-starter and self-motivator with the ability to work in a multicultural and multi-sector setting.
Must be a team player and have the ability to execute and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
Ability to follow directions and independently complete assigned tasks (written or verbal).
Ability to work a varied schedule to include early mornings, weekends and some evenings.
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds (14 kilograms) floor to waist.
Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 17th May 2019
For more information and job application details, see; Heifer International Business Development Manager Jobs in Nairobi - Kenya
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