Agribusiness Specialist Aimak Agri Link International AALI

Position: Agribusiness Specialist

Reporting Line: The Agribusiness Specialist will report directly to the Managing Director.

Technical Focus:

Responsible for the design and implementation of AALI agricultural programmes, supporting agribusiness development and sustainable enterprise growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design and day-to-day implementation of AALI agribusiness and enterprise development activities.
• Conduct Rapid Market Assessments (RMA) to identify viable enterprise opportunities and continuously scan for emerging market trends.
• Promote best agribusiness practices, with a focus on women and youth inclusion in value chains.
• Support resource mobilization through concept note and proposal development.
• Coordinate assigned projects, ensuring timely delivery, reporting, and impact tracking.
• Develop action plans and strategies for successful project delivery, identifying strategic partners.
• Engage with stakeholders to secure quality agribusiness inputs and services.
• Lead the formation of farmer producer groups/cooperatives for enhanced market access.
• Collaborate with the crop production team to support smallholder farmers transitioning into micro-enterprises.
• Strengthen rural financial literacy and linkages between producers and financial institutions.
• Provide coaching and mentorship for startups and growing agribusinesses.
• Document success stories, case studies, and technical reports to support knowledge sharing.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor or management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Sciences, Agricultural Economics, Economics (with specialization in enterprise development and/or marketing).
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in entrepreneurial development, small-scale enterprise support, and agricultural marketing, particularly in rural and smallholder contexts.

Core Competencies:

• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills:

• Experience working in multiple project locations and varied contexts.
• Understanding of humanitarian and emergency agriculture programming.
• Experience engaging with diverse community stakeholders, particularly in conflict-affected areas.
• Proven project management and development experience.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.
• Strong computer, communication, writing, and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel to field sites and operate under tight deadlines.
• Strong team-building and cross-cultural collaboration abilities.
• Knowledge of emerging policy issues in Agriculture, Food Security, Rural Development, and Poverty Eradication.
• Experience working with government bodies, financial institutions, private sector, and civil society organizations in Uganda.

Additional Information:

• AALI does NOT charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing).
• Incomplete applications will not be considered. For support, contact: info@aimakagrilink.com
• Applications received after the closing date will NOT be accepted. (Closing Date 22nd March 2025)
• Find the full job description and advert details at: www@aimakagrilink.com