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Deadline: 23 November 2018

Duty Station – Gokwe

Welthungerhilfe together with Gokwe farmers, local government and private sector
companies are setting up an inclusive business called the Agricultural Business Centre
which will facilitate market access by smallholder farmers and at the same time
generate a profit to be self-sustaining. The Agricultural Business Centre aims to expand
on existing agricultural business activities such as commodity brokerage, contract
farming and input supply. Further business opportunities will need to be identified and
implemented. The Operations Manager’s role will be to set up and lead the Agricultural
Business Centre as a social enterprise. The role will have primary day-to-day
responsibility for planning, implementing, managing and controlling all activities of the
Centre and related entities.

We are looking for a suitable candidate to fill the role. If you are prepared to dedicate
yourself to carrying out projects under sometimes difficult conditions and you match the
requirements set out below, we look forward to receiving your application.

Your most important duties
Create and implement a profitable business plan to grow the social enterprise; Oversee
daily operations of the business; Report business performance to the board on a regular
basis; Ensure overall delivery and quality of the business offering to customers;
Oversee and implement key investments in equipment, infrastructure and talent;
Engage with different stakeholders in broader organizational strategic planning; Build
the business profile by collaborating with customers, government, community
organizations and employees; Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing
organization standards; Maintain professional and technical knowledge through different
platforms and establishing networks with stakeholders.

Required Education, Skills and Experience
University degree in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Marketing, Business
Management or equivalent; Knowledge of running an agricultural business and
experience working with small holder farmers; Demonstrated experience with the
management of an agri-business; Demonstrated ability in strategic business
management including: preparation and implementation of a business plan, risk
mitigation measures, preparation of budgets; Experience in implementing a market
strategy, inventory management, corporate communications, supply chain management
and human resources management; Ability to prepare and interpret financial reports;
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to develop and maintain
strong and trusting relationships with multiple stakeholders; Ability to lead a business
with a focus on maintaining a positive culture, promoting innovation and delivering
continuous improvement; Drives innovation and develops profitable ideas for new
markets; High level of computer skills including database and financial software