Job Description

Short Description of the company

Shayashone (SYS) is an organization that specializes in agriculture and agri-business services; recently it has expanded its portfolio to the educational sector. Our organization has managed hundreds of successful projects over the last 10 years. It has trained over 7000 agriculture extension workers and organized agriculture technology demonstrations in over 10,000 villages across Ethiopia. For more information about Shayashone please visit www.shayashone.com

Job Summary

SYS| Shayashone is currently seeking highly qualified applicants for a Business Development Officer position which of the job descriptions and competency requirements are listed below.  

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct agribusiness value chain research

• Prepare business proposals, concepts, and presentations for pitching

• Develop proposals in response to calls

• Design different agribusiness research initiatives

• Conducts various action research and data collection within the agribusiness sector.

• Responsible for analysis and report writing

• Present findings and recommendations to clients

• Participate in agribusiness value chain and sector development programs

Business and Sector Opportunity Studies

• Develop proposals for business and sector opportunity studies for clients.

• Undertake studies as per proposals.

• Conducting market research to identify new business opportunities

• Develop high-level professional reports and presentations that exceed client’s expectation

• Track and research emerging issues within sectors and value chains of interest for the company

• Research and identify new business opportunities relevant for the company to focus.

• Promoting and facilitating potential agribusiness value chains

Business Networking

• Attend various events to generate leads and prospects

• Scanning feasible business opportunities for project acquisition

• Research potential calls for proposals online and seek out the appropriate contact

• Develop and pitch ideas for potential partners and customers

• Analysing customer feedback data to determine whether customers are satisfied with company products and services

• Develop and sustain solid relationships with company stakeholders and customers.

Coordination and Events

• Coordinate with appropriate stakeholders in all aspects of project planning, monitoring, and implementation

• Assist in organizing and facilitating training and events donor and high-level field visit programs, partners meetings, quarterly/annual partners review meetings and workshops

Benefits and Compensation: Medical and Life Insurance with a limit

Duty station: Addis Ababa, with frequent field travel to different parts of Ethiopia

Type of employment: Permanent

Reports to: Consultancy Manager

Job Requirements

Education, Qualifications, Experience & other knowledge

• Masters in Economics, Agri-economics, Agri-Business Management, Developmental Studies, Agribusiness, and marketing or any other relevant discipline.

• Good understanding of Ethiopian agriculture and agribusiness sector

• Must have 2 and above years of experience in a similar or related position and organization.

• Experience with grassroots NGOs/projects/communities in Ethiopia.

• Proficiency in Spoken and Witten English is a must

Leadership and Management Competencies

• Outstanding analytical, critical reasoning, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to think outside the box and generate new ideas or ways of doing things

• Strong presentation, influence, and persuasion skills

• Outstanding skills in planning, organizing, and reporting 

• Ability to perform under stress with minimal supervision and able to handle multiple tasks at a time in a calm and organized manner.

• Have an attitude of stimulating diversity and inclusiveness

Technical Competencies

• Hands-on experience in research methods, applications, and data tools relevant for action and business research.

• Outstanding quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with the ability to synthesize and generate decision recommendations out of data. 

• Competent in statistical analysis and interpretation of data for decision making

• Hands-on in report writing and professional presentation

• Sound understanding of working practices in PLC

 Preferred Age Range

• 25-35 years

How to Apply

Interested applicants can send their completed resume and application letter by e-mail to

recruitment@shayashone.com            

Note: Applicants are expected to clearly indicate the position they are applying for. We strongly encourage qualified women to apply.