Business Development Officer – Agribusiness
Reporting to the Head of Operations, the successful candidate will have the following responsibilities:-Implementation of the agribusiness strategyChampioning market and product development in AgribusinessCoordinate research in agribusiness interventionsManaging relations with agribusiness agencies, donors, and other stakeholdersDevelopment of agribusiness training programs for staff, farmers and other stakeholdersFacilitate recruitment and registration of agribusiness customers.Loan disbursements and deposit mobilization that meet defined growth and quality targetsAgribusiness reportingResponsible for cumulating and maintaining agribusiness informationMaintain good public relation between SMEP and outsiders e.g. Public administration, farming communities, business community etcQualifications and experience:Bachelors degree in a Agri-business related fieldHave knowledge in group/individual agri-business lendingDemonstrable skills in strong leadership, marketing and reportingComputer literacyExcellent oral and written communication skillsPersuasive with strong recognition skills,Self-driven and possess the ability to work with minimum supervisionHave good knowledge of the micro-finance industry and practices andA self-starter who possesses excellent presentation skillsMust be a committed ChristianAged between 30 and 40 yearsQualified and interested candidates who meet the above criteria should download the “Job Application Form Here” and send their filled applications to recruitment@smep.co.ke on or before Tuesday, 12th July, 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
