Country: Lao People's Democratic Republic (the)
Closing date: 02 Dec 2016
Position Summary:
Winrock International is recruiting a Market Linkages Manager for an anticipated USDA-funded project. This position will be based in Laos. In anticipation of a multi-year United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) funded program to support the growth of the fruit and vegetable sector in Laos, Winrock is recruiting for Laotian and regionally based technical experts.
The program will increase productivity, strengthen the capacity of cooperatives and to create market linkages between producers and domestic and international buyers.
Responsibilities
The Market Linkages Manager will:
- Build and maintain commercially viable partnerships with between producers, exporters, processors, and buyers (including domestic and international).
- Develop and maintain business relationships with food processors, fresh produce traders, farmer groups to create sustainable marketing and export opportunities.
- Facilitate long term contractual relationships between producer groups, input service providers, and end market buyers.
- Design marketing, promotion, and branding initiatives.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years’ experience in a similar position with an extensive knowledge of produce or food production and the fresh produce sector
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Familiarity with other business disciplines such as finance, market research, sales, and planning
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred
- Extensive knowledge and experience in regional markets
- Fluency in Lao required.
How to apply:
Applications:
Applicants should submit a current resume and cover letter referencing “**Market Linkages Manager**” to winrockjobslaos@gmail.com to be considered for this position. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Winrock thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted.
Laotian nationals and regionally based technical experts encouraged to apply!
