Marketing Specialist - WCA, World Agroforestry Centre

 Marketing Specialist - WCA
World Agroforestry Centre
  Last date of Submission : 26 Jul 2012 Sector : Agriculture & Allied sector Compensation : As Per World Agroforestry Center Guidelines. Skill Set : Business Development , Programme Management , Research and Analysis Nature of Job : Fixed term Contract 

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Coordinator, the incumbent will have the following responsibilities:

Lead marketing research activities in the WCA region, including value chain and sector analysis of fruits, nuts, medicinal and other tree products, studies of consumer demand and inter-regional tradeProvide guidance in monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment of agroforestry tree product marketing activities, such as market information systems, collective action and post-harvest processingLead and coordinate a team of people conducting research and development activities on the marketing of agroforestry tree products in the WCA regionDevelopment of marketing strategies and approaches, preparation of research proposals, conception and implementation of marketing studies, publishing results, etc.Initiate and manage networks and partnerships with relevant stakeholdersLiaise with the Global Researcher Priority Leader in charge of marketing for the development of any research programmeSupervise graduate students in marketing researchAssist the Regional Coordinator in steering and managing specific projects. 

Qualifications:

PhD in marketing, agribusiness, economics, or a related disciplineMinimum 5 years’ experience in marketing research on tree or other agricultural products, with a track record of scientific publicationsProficiency in English in speaking and writing is required. Proficiency in French is requiredStrong skills in conceptualization, communication and reportingDemonstrable competence in the use of computers and data analysis softwareWorking experience in West and Central Africa Region is an assetAbility to work in a multidisciplinary team and a multicultural environmentWilling to travel frequently across the region

Terms of offer

The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from qualified women. This position is on International terms and will be for an initial period of three (3) years, renewable subject to nine (9) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the position and availability of resources.

How to apply:

Applications for the position must include:

A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements and salary expectationsA detailed curriculum vitaeThe names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.

All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), P O Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya OR via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org. All applicants should indicate “Marketing Specialist-WCA” on their application letters and email submissions.

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