Heifer is hiring a
Heifer International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
We are a global development organization founded in 1944 with an effective approach to ending hunger and poverty through sustainable agricultural practices. Our mission is to work with communities to end hunger and poverty by caring for the land.
Heifer International's vision is to work with dignified families and caring communities, sharing equitably the resources of a healthy planet. We work with Value Based Community Development projects, where the main objective is to create sustainable living systems.
We are looking for a Coffee and Cocoa Market Systems Manager to achieve this noble task.
If you have the requierements, you can apply now.
Meet the profile we are looking for below:
Main Function of the Coffee and Cocoa Market Systems Manager
The Coffee and Cocoa Market Systems Manager (SMCC) will have the function of leading the team in the projects that Heifer Mexico executes in relation to the interventions within the coffee and cocoa market system. In his/her role as project implementer, he/she will have to delegate objectives to his/her work team, allocate and control the budget, establish control mechanisms and facilitate a practical, flexible and effective project implementation within the parameters set by Heifer and the funders. Management will establish mechanisms to comply with applicable laws, Heifer policies and procedures. Management has the function of integrating, cohesion and team building and to promote the generation of bonds of trust, pride and fellowship.
Main responsibilities and functions
We are a global development organization founded in 1944 with an effective approach to ending hunger and poverty through sustainable agricultural practices. Our mission is to work with communities to end hunger and poverty by caring for the land.
Heifer International's vision is to work with dignified families and caring communities, sharing equitably the resources of a healthy planet. We work with Value Based Community Development projects, where the main objective is to create sustainable living systems.
Main Function of the Coffee and Cocoa Market Systems Manager
The Coffee and Cocoa Market Systems Manager (SMCC) will have the function of leading the team in the projects that Heifer Mexico executes in relation to the interventions within the coffee and cocoa market system. In his/her role as project implementer, he/she will have to delegate objectives to his/her work team, allocate and control the budget, establish control mechanisms and facilitate a practical, flexible and effective project implementation within the parameters set by Heifer and the funders. Management will establish mechanisms to comply with applicable laws, Heifer policies and procedures. Management has the function of integrating, cohesion and team building and to promote the generation of bonds of trust, pride and fellowship.
Main responsibilities and functions
Minimum requirements:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Agricultural Economics or Agribusiness or similar disciplines. Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing rural development projects in multiple territories and in the coffee and cocoa market system.
Bilingual English / Spanish - reading, writing and oral communication (intermediate business English).
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree and/or complementary training in rural development, business development, landscape management. Experience with international NGOs or similar institutions and/or experience with the private sector in SMCC.
Most crucial competencies:
- Market knowledge and field work experience from a managerial position.
- Working knowledge of business model development and implementation.
- Entrepreneurial skills (understanding of financial variables, investment returns, market segmentation, value addition, marketing).
- Understanding of financial instruments and access to financing.
- Understanding of strategies for product positioning in the market and market development.
- Mastery of production processes, quality, certifications, sales and the marketing of SMCC....
Desired:
Knowledge of gender issues (awareness and experience with women's empowerment processes), resilience, climate change mitigation and adaptation;
MS-Office: Word, Excel, PPT, and Microsoft Project, Zoom.
Essential job functions and physical requirements:
(a) Ability to communicate proactively and at various levels.
If you are interested in being part of the Heifer International Mexico team, please apply by this means sharing your updated resume in PDF and in English.