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• Assist senior business analysts in gathering and documenting business requirements from stakeholders.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide feedback on system functionalities.
• Analyze business processes and identify areas for improvement and efficiency gains.
• Support the development of business cases, functional specifications, and user stories.
• Conduct research on industry trends and best practices relevant to business analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and marketing, to understand business needs.
• Help create reports, presentations, and documentation for project stakeholders.
• Learn and apply various business analysis tools and methodologies.
• Support the implementation of new systems and process changes.
• Gain exposure to project management lifecycle and contribute to project planning.
• Assist in the development of training materials for end-users.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute innovative ideas.
• Shadow experienced professionals to gain practical insights.
• Develop strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a professional setting.
• Build a foundational understanding of the organization's business operations.

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong academic record and demonstrated analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, crucial for remote interaction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive approach to acquiring new skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
• Basic understanding of business processes and IT systems is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Adaptability and a positive attitude towards challenges.
• Eligibility to work in the specified location (though the role is remote).
• A keen interest in business analysis, technology, and process improvement.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving aptitude.
• Professionalism and commitment to ethical conduct.

• Assist senior business analysts in documenting current state business processes.
• Support the identification of business needs and opportunities for process improvement.
• Participate in requirements gathering sessions with stakeholders.
• Help translate business requirements into functional specifications and user stories.
• Assist in the creation of process flow diagrams and system mock-ups.
• Support the development of test plans and test cases.
• Conduct data analysis to support decision-making.
• Learn and apply various business analysis tools and techniques.
• Collaborate effectively with team members in a remote setting.
• Contribute to project documentation and reporting.

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• A keen interest in business analysis, technology, and process improvement.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools and methodologies.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills for virtual collaboration.
• Previous internship experience in a business or analytical role is a plus.

This is a remote position.

The Organization

The Alliance works with local, national and multinational partners across Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia and Africa, and with the public and private sectors. The Alliance is part of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food-secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources and ecosystem services.

Project background: AICCRA overview

AICCRA works to make climate information services and climate-smart agriculture more accessible to millions of smallholder farmers across Africa.

With better access to technology and advisory services—linked to information about effective response measures—farmers can better anticipate climate-related events to take preventative action that helps their communities safeguard livelihoods and the environment.

AICCRA has teams in six countries: Senegal, Ghana, Mali, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Zambia.

These teams collaborate with four AICCRA themes - Knowledge, Partnerships, Innovation and Gender and social inclusion. AICCRA is supported by a grant from the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank, which is used to enhance research and capacity-building activities of CGIAR centers and initiatives, as well as their African partners.

The IDA grant to AICCRA fulfils the World Bank’s commitment at the 2019 United Nations Climate Summit to increase its support to the CGIAR, a global partnership that unites international organizations engaged in research about food security.

Context

Kenya's commitment to the blue economy is evident in the establishment of the State Department for Fisheries and the Blue Economy (SDF-BE) within the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries through executive order No. 1/2016. This department oversees blue economy initiatives aimed at tapping into the potential of the ocean and coasts for food security, job creation, and economic growth.

Key sectors identified by Kenya in the blue economy include fisheries and aquaculture, maritime transport and logistics services, culture and tourism, and extractives (oil and gas, minerals, and energy). These sectors are deemed essential for achieving sustainable results in food security and employment creation.

Within the Blue Economy framework, Kenya plans to boost fisheries through development of appropriate capacity for exploitation of the fish industry including training, deep sea fishing vessels, fish processing factories, cold storage facilities, landing jetties and construction of fish ports.  

Project objectives

AICCRA-Kenya aims to develop a pipeline of gender responsive Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) business models for aggregators within the blue economy subsector that can eventually be matched with private investor capital with mandates in Kenya. Selected aggregators will benefit from a tailored Climate Action Plan (CAP) which will serve as blueprints for others in the region.  CSA is defined as improved production, adaptation or resilience to climate change, and reduced emissions from agriculture. While climate change is an economic reality affecting the agricultural sector, women farmers have limited access to inputs, information, and finance to innovate with climate-based solutions.

AICCRA Kenya in partnership with national, regional ecosystem actors and the private sector will nurture promising aggregators through identifying and tailoring climate adaptation plans with the aim to de-risk their business modules by responding to climate change risks and facilitate scaling of innovations through adoption of CSA technologies. Furthermore, by focusing on innovations with a clear gender lens, AICCRA Kenya aims to highlight opportunities for women in the agricultural sector and increase their adaptive capacity and resilience in the face of climate change.

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Pre-Due diligence & Marketing

Valuation, Impact  & Due diligence

Detailed analysis of the three cooperatives on the following points:

Terms of employment:

The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. The initial contract will be for 1 month and is renewable depending on performance and availability of resources. The consultant will be home-based.

The Alliance Bioversity-CIAT is committed to fair, safe, and inclusive workplaces. We believe that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical for our mission. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability statuses, sexual orientations, marital status, and gender identities.

Applications

Applicants are invited to visit to get full details of the position and to submit their applications. Applications MUST include reference number Ref: Consultant as the position applied for. Application and CV should be saved as one document using the candidate’s last name, first name for ease of sorting.

Note: The Alliance does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). The Alliance also does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.

Applications closing date: 26th February 2024

Please note that email applications will not be considered.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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• Analyze business operations and identify areas for improvement in efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and productivity.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic recommendations.
• Develop and present comprehensive business plans, strategies, and proposals to clients.
• Advise clients on organizational structure, process optimization, and change management.
• Utilize data analysis and financial modeling to support recommendations and measure outcomes.
• Facilitate workshops and client meetings to gather information and present findings.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, emerging trends, and regulatory changes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to leverage expertise and ensure successful project delivery.
• Develop and manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring client satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities for new business and client engagement.
• Communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to stakeholders at all levels.

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in management consulting, strategic planning, or a similar advisory role.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent understanding of business principles and practices across various industries.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and presentation software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client projects simultaneously in a remote environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and influence decision-making with clients.
• Project management skills with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Adaptability and a proactive approach to challenging assignments.

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in management consulting or a strategic advisory role.
• Proven track record of successfully analyzing business operations and implementing strategic improvements.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management and business process modeling.
• Ability to work effectively in both remote and in-office environments.
• Experience with change management methodologies is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to understand diverse business challenges.

• Conduct comprehensive business analysis and assessments.
• Develop strategic plans and recommendations for clients.
• Identify areas for operational improvement and cost savings.
• Implement change management strategies and support clients through transitions.
• Provide expert advice on organizational structure and efficiency.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for client teams.
• Analyze market trends and competitive intelligence.
• Prepare and present detailed reports and proposals to clients.
• Manage client relationships and ensure satisfaction.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of implemented solutions.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends.

• Master's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in management consulting or corporate strategy.
• Proven track record of successfully advising businesses on strategic initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and presentation tools.
• Experience in change management and organizational development.
• Ability to work independently and manage client engagements remotely.
• Strong project management and client relationship skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive tangible business results for clients.