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Agricultural Services Programme for Inclusive Rural Economy and Agricultural Trade (ASPIRE-AT)

Agribusiness Consultant and Project Coordinator

GeneralPosted 2 d ago

Location

Phnom Penh

Job Type

CONTRACT

Experience

3+ Years

Experience level

Associate

Work Mode

On-site

Industry

Farming, Ranching, Forestry

Languages

English, Khmer

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About the role

Support selected MSMEs, ACs/POs and MACs in preparing or refining their medium-term plans.
Support and coach ACs/POs and MACs to identify diversification opportunities in value chains (e.g., processing, packaging, input supplies and improved technologies).
Advise on governance adjustments as MSMEs, ACs/POs and MACs to grow into larger, company-like structures.
Facilitate linkages with buyers, processors, and exporters.
Assist MSMEs, ACs/POs and MACs in strategic PR communication and contract negotiation.
Identify new domestic and international market opportunities, including premium and residue-compliant markets.
Develop strategies for consistent supply, product differentiation, and marketing and branding.
Provide guidance and tool on financial management, recordkeeping, and cash-flow planning/management.
Identify opportunities for blended finance and private investment mobilization and partnerships.
Assist in the facilitation of field and logistic support for field mission from IFAD, CATAS, ASPIRE-AT management and technical team from the ASPIRE-AT Secretariat.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Programme Director, Managers and technical by the TL.

Requirements

Postgraduate Degree in Agri, Administration, Economics, or related fields with a minimum of 5 years experience in development, cooperative strengthening, or agri finance, with significant exposure to Cambodia or Southeast Asia.
Demonstrated experience in preparing plans, market strategies, and financial models for farmer organizations or SMEs.
Strong knowledge of Cambodia’s agricultural sector, value chain dynamics, and cooperative/agri policy frame.
Proven experience engaging with financial institutions, buyers, and development partners.
Khmer skills strongly preferred.
Bachelor's Degree in farmer organizational development, rural economic development, administration or related fields with a minimum of 3 years practical experience in the field of farmer organization development, value chain and market development system.
Strong communication skills, and ability to liaise with various stakeholders, including government officials.

Required Skills

AgriAdministrationEconomicsDevelopmentCooperative strengtheningAgri financePlanningMarket strategiesFinancial modelsCambodia’s agricultural sectorValue chain dynamicsCooperative/agri policy frameEngaging with financial institutionsEngaging with buyersEngaging with development partnersFarmer organizational developmentRural economic developmentValue chain developmentMarket development systemCommunication skills

Schedule & Flexibility

Schedule:standard

About Agricultural Services Programme for Inclusive Rural Economy and Agricultural Trade (ASPIRE-AT)

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ASPIRE-AT is a programme of the Government of Cambodia implemented by MAFF and financed by IFAD, EIB and GoKC.

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