ACDI / VOCA is currently implementing
the five-year USAID funded Resilience and Economic Growth in the Arid Lands –
Accelerated Growth (REGAL-AG) program in Isiolo and Marsabit Counties.
Further investments are being made by
constructing livestock market infrastructure and strengthening the livestock
value chain through trainings and analysis of best practices.
ACDI / VOCA is seeking qualified applicants for the following position:
Community Investment Specialist
ACDI / VOCA will support livestock
market expansion through infrastructure development and provision of business
development grants to initiate livestock value addition enterprises.
In order to successfully implement
the program, a community Investment Specialist will work with livestock market
actors in Marsabit to streamline and make markets efficient and attractive to
actors, while expanding market opportunities through working closely with
selected businesses to develop linkages with livestock producers and provide
business advisory services.
A successful candidate must have a minimum of degree in Agricultural or livestock Economics or Entrepreneurship and/or Business Management, with at least 5 years’ experience in value chain development.
Experience in livestock value chain
and MSME development will be an added advantage.
Strong English writing skills are also required.
The position will be based in
ACDI/VOCA Offices in Marsabit and will include significant travel to the field.
Business Development Specialist
Over the next 2 years, ACDI/VOCA will
support up to 30 businesses in Isiolo and Marsabit Counties through the
provision of business development grants.
In order to
successfully implement the program, a business development specialist will work
closely with selected businesses to develop project applications, business
plans, and provide business advisory services throughout the first year of
grant activities.
The business development specialist
will also be responsible for identifying and screening commercial viable MSMEs
to be funded under the program.
A successful candidate must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship and/or Business Management, with at least 5 years’ experience supporting successful business startup and growth.
Experience in livestock value chain
and MSME development will be an added advantage.
Strong English writing skills are
also required.
The position will be based in
ACDI/VOCA Offices in either Isiolo or Marsabit (depending on preference) and
will include significant travel to field locations and Nairobi.
How to Apply
Please reference the job title and send Curriculum Vitae to the following address: regalag@joinav.org
How to Apply
Please reference the job title and send Curriculum Vitae to the following address: regalag@joinav.org
The deadline for applications is February 6, 2015.
