Antal Côte d'Ivoire is looking for a Senior Manager for one of its clients.

Your responsibilities will include developing comprehensive business cases and providing strategic advisory services to stakeholders in these sectors. The Sr. Manager, Enterprise oversees a team of Business Advisors who train clients on financial and business management, and sustainability standards. They support cooperatives and agri-SMEs (input suppliers, feed mills, traders, and exporters) to adopt best practices and new technologies.

Duties & Responsibilities:

● Research and analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and industry dynamics in aquaculture and horticulture.

● Collaborate with clients to identify opportunities and challenges in their businesses.

● Develop detailed business cases, including financial models and feasibility studies, to support decision-making processes.

● Provide expert advice and recommendations to commercially oriented farmers, exporters, input companies, processors, and retailers to optimize their operations.

● Offer guidance on sustainable practices, technology adoption, and market expansion strategies.

● Assist clients in developing and implementing business growth plans.

● Develop and manage a team of Business Advisors ensuring consistent delivery of high quality trainings, development and customization of training, and troubleshooting field issues if adoption rates are low

● Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in the aquaculture and horticulture sectors.

● Act as a trusted advisor, understanding the unique needs and goals of each client.

● Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes affecting aquaculture and horticulture.

● Share industry insights and knowledge with clients to help them stay competitive.

● Support Business Advisors to deliver quality and impactful training to beneficiaries.

Basic Qualifications:

● Bachelor's degree in agriculture, business, economics, or a related field plus 10 years of experience in business consulting, advisory services, strategic planning; or Master's degree plus seven years of experience.

● Proven experience in enterprise development in the sectors of agriculture, aquaculture, or horticulture.

● Experience managing dispersed, remote teams

Preferred Qualifications:

● Experience working on international development projects, especially in the context of agricultural or agribusiness development.

● Knowledge of sustainability practices in agriculture is a plus.

Required Languages:

● Proficiency in English and French

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.

● Excellent oral/written communication and presentation skills.

● Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet demanding deadlines.

● Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships

Supervisory Responsibilities:

● This position reports to the Chief of Party and manages a small team of business advisors

We encourage all qualified individuals who share TechnoServe's vision of improving the lives of others through proven business solutions to apply.

Send us your CV and covering letter with your salary expectations before February 05, 2024.

We wish you the best of luck!