Value Chain Assistant (Re Announced)
2 months ago
NCA Salary Scale
Male,Female
1
#101
3 years
Bachelor

Job Description

 

Job Summary

The position involves providing technical support for Project Outcome 3, aimed at improving market connectivity and value-chain access for small-holder producers. The role focuses on supporting small-holder producers and agri-businesses in enhancing market access and implementing value-chain strategies.  

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Technical Support

- Assist small-holder producers in improving market connectivity and value-chain access.  

- Support the development of business plans for small-holder producers, leveraging local market opportunities and value-chain assessments.  

- Facilitate connections between producers and buyers through initiatives like buyer-seller meets, B2B platforms, branding, value addition, and channel management.  

- Work with provincial teams to establish backward and forward linkages, ensuring access to quality inputs, technical knowledge, value addition, and market opportunities.  

- Provide incubation and technical guidance to rural entrepreneurs in targeted commodity value chains.  

- Collaborate with local training providers to design and deliver agribusiness training programs.  

- Develop financial models and marketing plans to help small-holder businesses achieve sustainability and growth.  

- Strengthen connections between farmers and value-chain stakeholders, fostering mutually beneficial relationships.  

- Support the regional team in establishing and reinforcing market linkages to promote demand-driven agricultural production and value-chain development.  

 

Reporting, Communication, and Visibility

- Work with the project team to ensure timely, high-quality reporting on activities, targets, and achievements.  

- Document project learnings, success stories, and best practices to inform decision-making and future project designs.  

- Collaborate with the NCA Communications team to create materials that engage the media on SME entrepreneurship and value-chain development.  

- Monitor and supervise project activities, providing on-field mentoring and support to improve group performance and outcomes.  

 

Job Requirements

- Education Bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Agriculture, Rural Development, Value Chain Management, Food Security, Microfinance, or Business Administration. Extensive relevant experience may substitute for a postgraduate degree.  

- Experience 

 - At least 3 years of experience in business training, grants, or consulting.  

 - Experience with international organizations and WFP projects is advantageous.  

- Skills

 - Strong English communication, writing, and presentation skills.  

 - Commitment to teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration.  

 - Project management expertise, particularly with MSMEs and value chains.  

 - Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel.  

 - Time management, facilitation, and strategic thinking skills.  

- Other Requirements

 - Willingness to travel to project areas.  

 - Experience in implementing projects in remote areas is a plus.  

 

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply via the following link:

 

Important Notes 

- Applications are only accepted through the provided link.  

- NCA does not charge fees or use agents for job applications. The process is entirely free.  

 

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