About our
organization
The World Agroforestry Centre (also known as the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry or ICRAF) is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.
The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 34 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.
To learn more about our organization, please visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org
About the position
Under the supervision of Agroforestry (AgFor) Sulawesi Project Leader and Marketing Specialist, the Marketing Facilitator will assist the Marketing Specialist on leading the technical assistance of AgFor Marketing Component on-site program implementation and management, with special focus on Market Appraisals and Smallholder Enterprise Development activities within a multi-stakeholder governance framework in synergy with other programme components (livelihoods, environment, and governance).
The World Agroforestry Centre (also known as the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry or ICRAF) is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.
The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 34 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.
To learn more about our organization, please visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org
About the position
Under the supervision of Agroforestry (AgFor) Sulawesi Project Leader and Marketing Specialist, the Marketing Facilitator will assist the Marketing Specialist on leading the technical assistance of AgFor Marketing Component on-site program implementation and management, with special focus on Market Appraisals and Smallholder Enterprise Development activities within a multi-stakeholder governance framework in synergy with other programme components (livelihoods, environment, and governance).
The primary duties and responsibilities are:
- Assisting AgFor Sulawesi Marketing Specialist in coordinating marketing research and development activities in South Sulawesi in collaboration with NGO partners and local government;
- Conduct and facilitate market surveys, community interviews and focus group discussions and trainings at district and grass-root level in coordination with Marketing Specialist;
- Facilitate and monitor smallholder enterprise development at each AgFor sites in coordination with Marketing Specialist;
- Together with Marketing Specialist and District Coordinator, establish, maintain and improve relationships with local partners (Government, NGOs, Communities) to ensure sustainability of the program;
- Prepare and develop weekly/monthly progress reports;
- Contributing in project communications, working papers, short articles, news from the sites and representing AgFor Marketing Component to functions at district and grass-root level.
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Requirements
Requirements
- Minimum D3 or preferred Bachelor degree (S1) majoring in Social studies/Economics/ Marketing/Agriculture/Forestry/Rural Development
- Excellent project management skills;
- Five years of experienceon community development at farmer level and in facilitating smallholder enterprise development.
Personal Competencies
- Ability to work with all stakeholders, private and public sector clients and NGOs;
- Good communication skills with the ability to operate at all levels and liaise effectively with local communities, government agencies
- Familiar with Tolaki/Bugis culture and language is an advantage;
- Experience with writing reports and articles is advantageous;
- Self motivated and able to work independently as well as a team.
- Demonstrated skills in time management and result oriented.
- Ability to work with diverse individuals and organizations.
- Good oral and written communication skills in both Indonesian and English.
- Basic computer, administrative and documentation skills.
- Well organized; able to meet deadline, multitasking person and able to work under pressure
- Having interest in receiving feedback from others
Terms of offer
The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from qualified women. This is a national position and will be for an initial period of one (1) year, renewable subject to 3 (three) months probation period, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the position and availability of resources.
How to apply Applications for the position must include:
How to apply Applications for the position must include:
- A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements and salary expectations
- Detail curriculum vitae, including names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.
All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) Southeast Asia Regional Office via email: icrafsea-hr@cgiar.org and should indicate “Application for Marketing Facilitator” on their application letters and email submissions.
Applications will be considered until June 2, 2013 or until a suitable candidate is identified and selected. Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.
Applications will be considered until June 2, 2013 or until a suitable candidate is identified and selected. Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.
