185 Crop Management jobs in Kenya

• Develop and implement overarching brand strategies, including positioning, messaging, and go-to-market plans.
• Conduct market research and consumer analysis to identify opportunities and unmet needs.
• Oversee the creation and execution of integrated marketing campaigns across various channels (digital, social media, traditional advertising, in-store promotions).
• Manage the brand's P&L, setting sales targets and monitoring performance against KPIs.
• Collaborate with product development teams to drive innovation and ensure product launches align with brand strategy.
• Develop strong relationships with sales teams, distributors, and retail partners to ensure effective brand representation and execution.
• Monitor competitor activities and market trends, adapting strategies as necessary.
• Manage the brand's budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and maximizing ROI.
• Lead and mentor a team of marketing professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Ensure brand consistency across all touchpoints, from packaging and advertising to customer service.
• Develop and manage key brand partnerships and sponsorships.
• Analyze campaign performance data and provide actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Champion the brand vision internally and externally.

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in brand management, preferably within the FMCG or food industry.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and growing consumer brands.
• Strong understanding of marketing principles, consumer behavior, and market dynamics.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing integrated marketing campaigns.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working effectively in a fully remote and collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and marketing automation platforms.
• Creative mindset with a passion for food and consumer products.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

• Oversee all farming operations, including planting, cultivation, harvesting, and post-harvest handling.
• Develop and implement strategic operational plans to achieve production targets and financial goals.
• Manage farm labor, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance management.
• Ensure the efficient use of farm machinery, equipment, and other resources, overseeing maintenance and repair.
• Monitor crop health, soil conditions, and water usage, implementing appropriate management strategies.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental regulations on the farm.
• Manage inventory of seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and other supplies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, buyers, and agricultural service providers.
• Analyze operational data to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant agricultural regulations and standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agribusiness Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in agricultural operations management.
• Strong knowledge of crop production techniques, soil science, and pest/disease management.
• Proven experience in managing farm labor and equipment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budget management.
• Proficiency in agricultural software and technology.
• Ability to work effectively in a physically demanding environment and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• A deep commitment to sustainable and responsible farming practices.

• Develop and implement strategic category plans that align with overall company objectives and market trends.
• Analyze sales data, market insights, and consumer behavior to identify growth opportunities and challenges within the Food & Beverage category.
• Manage product assortment, including new product introductions, line extensions, and SKU rationalization.
• Optimize pricing strategies and promotional activities to maximize sales volume and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and key partners to ensure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Conduct regular market analysis and competitive benchmarking to stay ahead of industry trends.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, and Supply Chain teams to ensure effective execution of category strategies.
• Develop category P&Ls and manage budgets effectively.
• Monitor inventory levels and work with supply chain to ensure optimal stock availability.
• Present category performance reviews and strategic recommendations to senior management.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and product development within the category.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and quality standards for food and beverage products.
• Lead cross-functional teams to drive category initiatives from conception to implementation.
• Drive shopper insights to inform assortment, pricing, and promotion decisions.
• Stay current with emerging trends in food and beverage, including health and wellness, sustainability, and convenience.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field. An MBA or Master's in a relevant field is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in category management, brand management, or a related role within the FMCG industry, with specific expertise in Food & Beverage.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data, derive actionable insights, and develop strategic plans.
• Strong understanding of P&L management, pricing strategies, and promotional planning.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proficiency in using market data and analysis tools (e.g., Nielsen, IRI).
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and thrive in a fast-paced, remote work environment.
• A results-oriented mindset with a passion for the food and beverage industry.
• Experience with e-commerce platforms and digital shelf optimization is beneficial.
• Strong understanding of consumer trends and emerging market dynamics in the food sector.

• Oversee all production activities to ensure efficient and high-quality output.
• Develop and implement production plans and schedules to meet demand.
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, quality, and hygiene standards (HACCP, GMP).
• Manage plant budget and control operational costs effectively.
• Lead and develop the plant's operational team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Implement Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee maintenance operations to ensure plant and equipment reliability.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Manage inventory of raw materials and finished goods.
• Drive initiatives to reduce waste and improve energy efficiency.

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in plant management within the food and beverage manufacturing industry.
• Demonstrated experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, ISO 22000, GMP).
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and control operational costs.
• Experience with managing diverse teams and fostering a positive work environment.
• Proficiency in production planning and control systems.

• Develop and execute comprehensive agribusiness development strategies to foster growth and sustainability.
• Identify and evaluate new market opportunities, potential partnerships, and investment prospects within the agricultural sector.
• Lead the planning and implementation of agricultural projects, from conception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, cooperatives, government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and feasibility studies to assess the viability of new ventures.
• Develop business plans, financial models, and proposals for new agribusiness initiatives.
• Oversee project budgets and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of agribusiness projects, making adjustments as necessary to achieve objectives.
• Promote sustainable agricultural practices and support capacity building for local farmers.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, policies, and technologies impacting the agricultural sector.

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in agribusiness development, project management, or a related role within the agricultural sector.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and managing agricultural projects.
• Strong understanding of agricultural value chains, market analysis, and financial planning.
• Excellent networking, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategic partnerships and foster collaborations.
• Experience with sustainable agriculture principles and practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare compelling proposals and reports.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fully remote setting.

This job is based in Rome, Italy.

Organizational Setting

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation.

The Corporate Services Department (CSD) provides IFAD with the human resources, administrative services, safety and security, information technology resources, and medical support services required to allow IFAD to meet its objectives of enabling rural people overcome poverty. CSD is led by an Associate Vice-President and is comprised of three (3) divisions: People and Culture Division (PCD), Information and Communications Technology Division (ICT), Management Services Division (MSD) and one unit: the Health & Wellness Unit (HWU).

The Information and Communications Technology Division (ICT) drives transformative change by delivering secure, client-focused, reliable and innovative technology solutions that significantly enhance IFAD's ability to achieve its mission, adapt to new challenges, and operate more efficiently in support of the Fund's mandate. ICT plays a strategic role in driving IFAD's success through the provision of agile ICT services, forward-thinking innovations, and investments in emerging technologies, supporting seamless business operations in a resilient manner. Our commitment to excellence equips the Fund with advanced digital solutions, enabling it to meet current demands while anticipating and leading future advancements in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

ICT is led by a divisional director and Chief Information Officer and is comprised of three (3) units: the Plan, Services and Architecture Unit (ICT-PSA), the Build Solutions and Analytics Services Unit (ICT-BSA), the Run and Platforms Services Unit (ICT-RPS) and two (2) Teams: the Operational Cybersecurity Team (ICT-CSEC) and the Applications Services and Cloud Configuration Team (ICT-ASC).

Job Role

The Information Communications Technology Analyst is typically an entry level position designed to build expertise in a broad range of ICT occupations. The incumbent works under the overall strategic, policy and management guidance of the Director of the Information Communications Technology Division (ICT) and the direct supervision of an ICT manager or specialist. The Analyst performs routine and non-routine work with established precedents independently; complex, precedent setting recommendations are developed in consultation with the supervisor or other subject matter expert.

The ICT Analyst (Data & People Analytics) is responsible for the secure collection, processing and analysis of data, including corporate and people data. The Analyst will manage the evolving data sets and ensure that appropriate measures are taken to ensure that access control measures are in place and maintained and that the data is effectively modelled to support the required analytics. The Analyst will provide data insights, workforce analytics, and business intelligence tools to support evidence-based decision making across data-centric and people-related processes (in particular workforce planning, recruitment, reassignment and staffing demographics). The incumbent will also be responsible for providing accurate reporting and analysis on data-centric information for clients, including HR data, triangulating structured and unstructured data from different sources. The incumbent (a) contributes to a data-driven culture at IFAD by designing and developing data-centric solutions such as data pipelines, processing, cleaning, editing, visualization, analysis, and insights (b) proposes data metrics and reporting methodologies for IFAD management to use as a tool for strategic planning, including predictive workforce planning, and identifying and verifying new reports and queries as required by Management, Member States and UN/IFI entities; (c) provides comprehensive formal statistical data for CEB and IFI annual headcount and other reporting, IFAD Enterprise Risk Management indicators, RIDE, UNJSPF year-end schedules, and country briefs; (d) analyses results from surveys and generates data to support and inform different streams of client initiatives, in particular HR integrated initiatives.

Job Profile Requirements

Organizational Competencies:

Level 1:

• Building relationships and partnerships - Builds and maintains effective working relationships
• Communicating and negotiating - Communicates effectively; creates understanding between self and others
• Demonstrating leadership - Personal leadership and attitude to change
• Focusing on clients - Focuses on clients
• Learning, sharing knowledge and innovating - Continuously seeks to learn, shares knowledge & innovates
• Managing performance and developing staff -
• Managing time, resources and information - Manages own time, information and resources effectively
• Problem-solving and decision-making - Demonstrates sound problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Strategic thinking and organizational development - Personal influence
• Team working - Contributes effectively to the team

Education:

• Level - Advanced* university degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science, or a technically relevant field.
• Areas - Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Math, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Statistics, Data Science, or other job-related field.

Degree must be an accredited institution listed on

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of progressively relevant experience in data and analytics is required.
• Experience in ICT or related fields with a primary focus on data and analytics.
• Desirable experience: data/analytics management, project management/administration of IT data systems; use of business intelligence tools; advanced use of Microsoft Excel; knowledge of people data, time-dependent data, and workforce analytics; knowledge of PeopleSoft, R, SQL, Python, on Cloud platforms such as AWS, Google or Azure and data frameworks.
• Experience in designing and developing well-organized and well-structured solutions for Business Intelligence (BI), including using specific BI tools as needed to create reports and dashboards.
• Experience in creating clear data visualization products, dashboards, infographics, interactive maps, and storyboards.
• Experience in working with Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes and data pipelines.
• Experience in working with relational databases, including writing efficient queries, indexes, and stored procedures.
• Experience in data modelling and transformation with standard techniques and following industry best practices.
• Experience in systems integration through APIs and automation of routine tasks with scripts.
• Experience in applying rigorous data quality checks at critical steps of data processing pipelines.

Languages:

• Required: English (4 - Excellent)
• Desirable: French, Arabic and/or Spanish.

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Deadline for applications: 27th October CET Rome)

Ref: VA 30888