We are seeking applications for suitable candidates for the following position: Partnership Advisor

Responsibilities:

•   Employing the appropriate technical strategies and methodologies to achieve maximum agronomic benefits toward short and long term project goals
•   Working with fellow member of his technical team to define a specific strategy for enhancing the production and profitability of the target commodity
•   Identifying specific supply chain opportunities within his/her area of operation, documents their status and intervention needs and adopts the most appropriate measure to make them effective and efficient
•   Monitoring closely the performance of assigned actors and documents all changes (both qualitatively and quantitatively) in line with the program’s M&E framework and guidelines for tracking the transformation process and ensures that all such data and information is shared within the program
•   With the Grants team and other technical staff, utilizing the project grants program through appropriate grant concepts and implementation
•   Familiarizing him/herself with the gender mainstreaming plan and environmental  management plan to ensure they are incorporated into their daily operations
•   Working closely with the Regional Coordinators and other regional staff to coordinate program activities, effectively utilize project equipment and resources, and to communicate well with multi-program actors on common message and united assistance
•   Contributing to the preparation and drafting of the regional office’s components of the quarterly and annual reports and any other project publications as required
Actively engaging in collaborating with program stakeholders including trade associations, NGOs, government agencies, universities, research agencies, value chain’ actors, other donor programs, and strategic partners

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or a related field from a recognized university. Master’s Degree (M.Sc. Crop Science), agribusiness development or related field, desirable
•   At least 5 years of post-qualification working experience, involving close work with smallholder farmers/FBOs or setups in rural communities. A good working knowledge of maize, rice and soybean
•   Proficiency in computer use, especially MS Word, MS Excel and Powerpoint.
•   Excellent critical thinking skills and judgment. Proven willingness to make timely and sound decisions. Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
•   Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and in a team environment, in an atmosphere of multiple projects, shifting priorities, and deadline pressures
•   Ability and willingness to travel routinely within working area and country

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a resume CV to:-

hr@acdivocaghana.org

Note: When submitting your application, start the subject line with the position title and location:

Closing Date: 27 January, 2016