Tasks and responsibilities

Market Opportunity Identification. 
•    Assist farmers and agribusinesses in identifying and capturing new market opportunities. 
•    Organize and conduct training sessions on market trends, requirements, and opportunities. 
•    Support farmers and agribusinesses in developing business plans and marketing strategies.

Quality production. 
•    Provide technical assistance to farmers to improve production practices and increase the quality of agricultural products in line with international standards. 
•    Facilitate the implementation of quality standards and certification measures to meet market requirements, including but not limited to soil or water testing, pest and disease management strategies, conservation agriculture or organic farming, post-harvest handling.

Certification and Quality Assurance. 
•    Provide guidance on quality assurance and certification processes required for market development and export. 
•    Assist in the development, dissemination and implementation of easy-to-use guidelines and protocols for production and handling practices. 
•    Conduct training sessions on implementing quality and certification measures.

Network building. 
•    Develop a solid public and private sector network within the Beira Corridor. 
•    Gather relevant information from farmers and private sector stakeholders regarding policy needs and challenges. 
•    Facilitate dialogues between farmers, private sector representatives, and policymakers to ensure that their needs and concerns are addressed in trade policies. 
•    Participate in multi-sectoral policy dialogue forums.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

•    Bachelor’s degree in (Business) Economics, Agribusiness, Agriculture or any related field. 
•    Minimum of 3 years of experience in agribusiness or market development. 
•    Working knowledge (level C) of English and Portuguese. 
•    National of Mozambique.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional skills

•    Work experience in more than one location or area of work
•    Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•    Strong organizational and planning skills and commitment to discretion and confidentiality
•    Familiarity with UN human resource administrative procedures and systems
•    Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION