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Department: Agricultural Development
Location: Accra, Ghana
Job Type: Permanent
Who Are We Looking For?
Qualifications, Skills & Competencies
- The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree in agriculture or a related field.
- Have prior experience working with small-holder farmers in rural communities and stakeholders in the grain value chain would be an advantage.
- Be an experienced agronomist with at least 5 to 10 years of work experience in agriculture or a related field.
Other Competencies Required:
- Demonstrates personal integrity and upholds Nestlé corporate values and ethical standards.
- Confidently expresses their ideas and opinions when appropriate.
- Possesses exceptional interpersonal, persuasive, and communication skills to effectively engage with suppliers and external stakeholders.
- Displays strong leadership, management, and coaching abilities.
- Exhibits outstanding project management skills, utilizing appropriate tools and methods with a focus on achieving results.
- Proficient in task delegation and prioritization.
- Thrives in demanding and high-pressure work environments.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the distribution of baby food grade cereals and grains to Nestlé companies in the region by coordinating upstream and downstream infrastructure.
- Execute all Nestlé programs, tools, and initiatives, including CSV (Creating Shared Value), to achieve goals and KPIs (cost, quality, volumes, and people) based on business priorities.
- Lead projects to improve the quality standards of sourced raw materials.
- Develop and implement regional strategies for regenerative/climate-smart agriculture to fulfill Nestlé’s global sustainability (Net Zero) commitments.
- Establish and cultivate relationships with the rural community, including farmers, suppliers, government, associations, businesses, and competitors.
- Enhance the capabilities of external organizations or partners in local agriculture.
- Collaborate with grain suppliers to identify and implement strategies and investments.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure supply and meet obligations.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified persons should click on APPLY to complete the required Nestle form.