Are you interested in East African Community integration and competitiveness?So are we.
Development Alternatives Inc. (DAI), an international development company that manages the East Africa Trade and Investment Hub, is currently accepting applications for the East Africa Trade and Investment Hub Senior Agricultural Trade Expert and Value Chain Development Specialist, based in Nairobi.
The East Africa Trade and Investment Hub is a five-year U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) project that partners with the East African public sector and East African and U.S. businesses to attract investment that drives intra-regional trade and economic growth.
1. Senior Agricultural Trade Expert
We encourage candidates with the following qualifications to apply:
A bachelor’s degree, though we strongly prefer a master’s degree, or equivalent, in international trade, agricultural economics, public policy, business administration, agricultural development or related area
At least ten years of relevant experience, at least five of which should be in developing countries, preferably Africa
At least five years of experience related to developing an enabling environment for agricultural investment and trade
Demonstrated ability in policy development and in providing technical assistance for implementation
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with institutional and private sector partners and stakeholders in a multi-country setting
Ability to use the latest ICT technology and computer software programs
Level IV equivalent of English writing, speaking and reading ability2. Value Chain Development Specialist
The value chain development specialist will work primarily in agricultural value chains, such as maize and other grains, beans and legumes, fruits and vegetables, and livestock; but, the specialist will also support other value chains with potential for investment.
The value chain specialist will support private sector investment in agriculture; assess the legal, regulatory, and institutional agribusiness enabling environment in order to diagnose constraints to economic growth; and build sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) capacity in the region.
Master’s degree, or equivalent, preferred in business administration, marketing, finance, management or related area
At least ten years of relevant experience with developing value chains in developing countries, preferably in Africa
Strong knowledge of international and regional trade, and/or regional integration, preferably in developing countries
Experience researching trends in end markets, and supporting firms to meet the requirements of end markets, competitors, and regional and international buyers
Experience that has resulted in contacts with key value chain stakeholders: producers, traders, actors in the supporting markets; and research/policy associations
Demonstrated experience achieving increased competitiveness in the developing country context
Demonstrated skills for fostering inter-firm collaboration and cooperation between associations, donors, and governments
Demonstrated experience with promoting cutting-edge technologies and methods for increasing firm-level productivity
Highly desired 3 to 5 years of private sector experience
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with institutional and private sector partners and stakeholders in a multi-country setting
Strong qualitative and quantitative skills
Excellent English writing and communication skills
Ability to use the latest ICT technology and computer software programsInterested applicants should send their CV and a cover letter via email toRecruitmentTIH@DAI.com by 20th February 2015.
Only candidates who send their information by the deadline will be eligible.
Please write “Application for Senior Agricultural Trade Expert” or “Application for Value Chain Development Specialist” in the subject line.
