We are seeking a Senior Agro-Allied Project Lead with strong experience in agribusiness, agro-processing, project execution, business development, and financial analysis.
The successful candidate will lead agro-allied projects from concept and feasibility through execution and commercialisation, ensuring projects are operationally efficient, financially viable, and commercially sustainable.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the planning and execution of agriculture, agro-processing, and manufacturing projects.
Develop business cases, feasibility studies, financial models, budgets, and investment proposals.
Evaluate project profitability, ROI, CAPEX/OPEX, cash flow, and commercial viability.
Identify new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, investors, offtakers, and funding opportunities.
Oversee agricultural value chains, sourcing, processing, manufacturing, logistics, and operations.
Monitor project costs, timelines, risks, performance, and commercial outcomes.
Develop strategies to improve revenue, margins, productivity, and operational efficiency.
Manage relationships with investors, government agencies, suppliers, customers, and strategic partners.
Prepare management reports and provide strategic recommendations for project growth and scale.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Engineering, Finance, Business, Project Management, or related field.
6 - 8 years' experience in agriculture, agro-processing, manufacturing, project management, business development, or investment.
Strong experience in financial modelling, feasibility analysis, budgeting, and commercial strategy.
Understanding of agricultural value chains and agro-processing operations.
Proven stakeholder management, negotiation, leadership, and business development skills.
Proficiency in Excel and project management tools.
PMP, PRINCE2, CFA, ICAN, or relevant professional certification is an advantage.