Value Chain and Business Development Officer Food for the Hungry

As the Value Chain and Enterprise Development Officer within the Lamwo Area Program, He/ She will play a pivotal role in driving agricultural value chain initiatives to enhance rural livelihoods. Collaborating closely with project teams and local farmers, He/ She will lead in the design, implementation, and management of projects focused on improving the economic well-being of communities. His/ Her responsibilities will encompass providing technical guidance, conducting comprehensive value chain analyses, delivering capacity-building trainings, and cultivating partnerships with stakeholders to ensure project success. Working under the supervision of the Project Coordinator, His/ Her expertise and experience will be essential in developing and coordinating effective agriculture-related value chain schemes, including capacity-building initiatives for local farmers. This role presents an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the livelihoods of rural communities within the Lamwo Area Program, aligning with Food for the Hungry’s commitment to sustainable development and social inclusion.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Key Result #1 – Project Management and Implementation
• Key Result #2 – Technical Guidance and Capacity Building
• Key Result #3 – Market Analysis and Reporting
• Key Result #4 – Partnership and Relationship Management
• Key Result #5 – Innovative Intervention and Proposal Development

Key Result #6 – Innovative Intervention and Proposal Development

Education & Experience
• University degree in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness Management, Rural Development, or a related field, providing a strong foundation in agricultural value chains and rural livelihood enhancement.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Project Planning and Management or any related Postgraduate in areas relevant to agricultural development, value chain management, or rural economics.

A minimum of 4 years’ experience in implementing Agricultural Value chain and Enterprise development projects or related with local and International NGOs.
• Possession of a valid riding permit, demonstrating the ability to operate a motorcycle safely.

Skills & Competencies
• Strong understanding of stakeholders in the agricultural sector, including government agencies, NGOs, local communities, and private enterprises.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate and network with diverse stakeholders, fostering positive relationships and collaborations.

Demonstrated competency in developing and implementing effective strategies, and business plans, and managing budgets to drive agricultural value chain initiatives.
• Proven ability to nurture and build effective partnerships with various stakeholders, including government entities, NGOs, and community-based organizations, to achieve project goals and objectives.
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural and multidisciplinary environment, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and adaptability in interactions with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in computer literacy, with additional expertise in statistical or similar software, enhancing data management and analysis capabilities. Knowledge of ICT applications in value chains is advantageous.
• Ability to organize farmers into business organizations and facilitate linkages to markets, enabling access to value-added opportunities and sustainable income generation.
• Broader knowledge and expertise in Business Development Services (BDS), including market analysis, product development, and financial management, to support the growth of agricultural enterprises.
• Commitment to strictly follow organizational policies and procedures, as well as maintaining confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Capacity to establish and maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with government officials, UN agencies, local organizations, communities, and other stakeholders, fostering trust and cooperation.