Agribusiness & Competitiveness Lead

The organisation - Adam Smith International is implementing the Malawi Value Chains (MVC) Project, a component of the Malawi Trade and Investment Programme (MTIP). This initiative aims to break Malawi’s cycle of low growth through driving exports. The project focuses on increasing the productivity, quality and production performance of macadamia and mango.

The role - The Agri-business & Competitiveness (AC) Lead is responsible for the successful delivery of the agri-business and competitiveness activities and deliverables. The primary role of the AC Lead is to prepare and deliver the AC strategy and workplan. The AC Lead reports to the Team Leader and works closely with the AC Strategic Adviser, the REE, and RLC teams along with the RM team.

Job requirements - The key requirements for the role are: In-depth knowledge and experience of agri-business, ideally including productivity, quality, and production. Good knowledge and experience of agri-business exports and international markets. Strong skills and expertise in facilitating dialogues between stakeholders. Good relationship skills covering a wider range of others, notably colleagues, agri-businesses, government, development partner and farmers.

Applications details - Send your CV and a brief covering letter detailing your experience and fit for the role by Friday, 22nd March 2024. Applications will be considered on rolling basis until the right candidate is identified.

Additional information - The position is intended to continue through MVC’s full implementation period (until 2028), with an initial term beginning as soon as possible through 31st March 2025. Contract extensions will be based on performance.