Vacancies At Winrock International

• Job Vacancies In Nigeria
  Country: Nigeria
  Employer:Winrock International
  

  Our Client:
  Winrock International, a US based not-for profit-organization, is currently working in Nigeria on a USAID funded project focused on expanding economic opportunities in the agricultural sector by increasing agricultural productivity, enhancing value-added processing, and increasing commercialization through private-sector led and market-driven growth and development. While we are soliciting CVs at this time, positions are contingent on donor approval.

  
  

  Winrock International, seeking qualified candidate to fill the following vacant post of;

  
  

  Position Description:
  Cassava Value Chain Manager.
  Cocoa Value Chain Manager.

  
  

  Jobs Responsibilities:
  Value Chain Managers shall coordinate all programmatic activities including liaison with agro-processors, feasibility studies for commodity value addition, facilitation of farmer mobilization, awareness creation at all levels, monitoring of project technical assistantce activities, post-harvest handling. S/he will supervise on-farm demonstrations on improved technologies and new practices required by specific buyer(s) to improve competitiveness at the farm level, assist with development of training materials and training in collaboration with private service providers hired by the project. Value Chain Managers will assist with monitoring and evaluation activities, draftscopes of work and provide inputs for quarterly reports.

  
  

  Experience/Qualifications:
  Advanced degree in agronomy, agricultural economics or related discipline with over 10 years of professional experience in extension work, training and institutional linkages. Demonstrated experience in cassava or cocoa production and processing and market-led agricultural developm is a must. Knowledge of commodity value chain development is a strong advantage. Demonstrated ability to provide technical and marketing assistance to farmers and agro-processors is desirable. Experienece in developing and promoting environmentally sustainable agricultural production and processing techniques is desired. Ability to work collaboratively, and build alliances with relevant groups, organizations, agencies, business, private or public sectors is highly important. High level of initiative and creatively. S/he must be a team player, able to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.

  
  

  How To Apply:
  Please apply on-line no later than Wednesday September 12th, 2012 by visiting: www.winrock.org and clicking on "Jobs". Search under Location "INTL" for the Value Chain position descriptions and complete the on-line application uploading your CV and cover letter. Only qualified candidates will contacted by Winrock. This is an equal opportunity employer.