Senior Value Chain Specialist (SVCS)
Job Title: Senior Value Chain Specialist (SVCS)
Reports To: Regional Program Manager
Duty Station: D I Khan
Age Limit: 50 years (Preference will be given to candidates belonging to South FATA / South KP)
Job Summary:
The Senior Value-chain Specialist will report to Regional Manager and will assist the program unit in managing implementation of regional horticultural and Livestock projects, identification of key private sector led interventions, structuring of grant interventions for horticulture and Livestock projects, development of functional linkages and networks in region, with overall goal to develop horticulture and Livestock sector of Pakistan. She/he will also carry out value chain analyses to determine appropriate interventions into selected value chains.
Specific Responsibilities:
Assume overall responsibility for planning, implementing, monitoring and coordinating the implementation of the ASF horticultural and Livestock project components in region, together with supporting the preparation of detailed annual work-plans, targets and budgetsCarry out value chain analyses to determine appropriate interventions into selected value chains in regionCoordinate the identification of key private sector led project interventions to foster quantitative and qualitative improvements in the sector, either through direct intervention, through service providers or through specific inputs from international technical assistance inputsUnder the supervision of Regional / Provincial Program Manager, undertake responsibility for the preparation and structuring of grant interventions for horticulture and Livestock projects, ensuring conformity and quality, for ultimate submission to the Grants department for further processingDevelop the linkages and networks required at regional level, and identify and implement pro-active measures for continued collaborationWork closely with sector consultants engaged by ASF from time to time for undertaking various assignmentsAssist M&E unit in monitoring of horticulture and Livestock related aspects of ASF projects in regionAny other responsibilities assigned by the Regional ManagerQualifications / Experience
MBA, MA Economics, MSc Agricultural Economics, MSc Agribusiness or higherMinimum 8 years' experience related to the above duties and responsibilities, out of which 4 years’ experience should be in a similar role related to development of value chains. Experience of working with International NGOs, donor agencies, or other reputed international development organizations will be a plus.Specific horticulture and livestock sector experience, preferably with broad ranging skills and capabilities in the management, operation, promotion and development of the sector. A demonstrable track-record in promoting business growth and development, through value chain development, innovative thinking and strong team-building, are considered pre-requisitesAbility to work independently and in a teamComputer literacy with demonstrated use of Word, Excel, Power Point etc.Excellent writing and communications skills in English required.ASF is an equal opportunities employer.
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