Main Purpose of Job Technology Licensing: To provide leadership and deliver the P & L of the newly formed Seeds & Technology Licensing Operations function in Africa Region
Traits Licensing Operations for Cotton and Corn and Germplasm Licensing for Corn, Cotton and Vegetables
To contribute to the overall Strategic Business Management and the FTO Strategy of the region
Key Relationships
General Work Related Duties To contribute to the overall strategic business management of the organization.
Trait Licensing Strategy Development Develop the trait licensing strategy for Monsanto Africa which is aligned to the organization’s Long Range Plans. Understanding the external environment, its implications on business and accordingly managing the team and set directions so as to translate strategy into deliverables
Cotton Traits Business Management Manage the internal Organization (Business Development, Technology Development, Trait Quality Compliance, Key Account Management) & Sub-licensee companies to defend existing market leadership of trait penetration and also help expand current technology footprint by successfully launch future technologies such as BGII RRF in Africa
Corn Traits Launch & Licensing Strategy Create a corn traits launch strategy and work with the Regional & Global Crop teams, Regulatory Affairs and Corporate Affairs team to ensure successful approval of Corn Traits in Africa. Implement an operational Corn Traits Licensing strategy for the Africa Region post approval
Germplasm Licensing Strategy Evaluate and develop a Germplasm licensing strategy for the Corn, Cotton, Vegetables & Crop protection segments of Monsanto. Manage the current projects with State Governments across Africa and work towards creating new models of engaging with the Government
To work with Regulatory & Corporate Affairs team to develop the FTO strategy and actively support the implementation of the same 2 ) Relationship Building Leading the team to achieve the desired goals
Develop a strong pipeline of leaders to take up roles of responsibilities / leadership roles in the Africa Region or globally
Create learning opportunities for the team through coaching & action learning projects.
Engaging, motivating and developing the Business Operations and Licensing Team to ensure that they deliver at their optimum performance levels. Environment, Health and Safety Drive safety culture in & beyond workplace, with special emphasis on Vehicle Safety. Aim to reduce reportable accidents below last year levels & maintain fatalities at nil. Miscellaneous responsibilities Projects Actively participate and contribute to Regional / Global Business projects as and when applicableJobStrategy & OperationsPrimary LocationAfrica-Kenya-NairobiOther LocationsAfrica-South Africa-FourwaysOrganizationAFR RC-S&T_51011299ScheduleFull-time Education – MBA requiredExperience
10-15 years in reputed Multinational / Large African organizations
A minimum of 4-5 years in a leadership role in an organization
Exposure to Rural Markets an added advantage Desired Skills & Competencies
Strategic Thinking Ability & strong business acumen skills
Advanced Relationship & Networking Skills
Ability to manage & Influence a diverse set of stakeholders to deliver desired results
Ability to link strategic and operational considerations to develop practical and tailored plans
Exposure to multiple business models and environments
Ability to manage and lead large cross functional teams in complex matrix environments
Exposure to managing Global Teams and cultural sensitivity Who is Monsanto? Monsanto is an agriculture company with more than 20,000 employees focused on making a balanced meal accessible to everyone. We work to help farmers produce food in a more sustainable way. We think about how our food is grown so farmers have the tools they need to have better harvests.We believe that bringing diverse perspectives together is the most effective way to develop creative solutions to some of the world’s biggest challenges. Career opportunities at Monsanto range from farming, plant breeding and engineering to marketing, environmental science, IT and many other areas. We’re always looking for exceptional professionals interested in developing a strong career while collaborating to develop solutions for sustainable agriculture. Sound like a job for you? Why work with us? Life at Monsanto means collaborating with dedicated professionals in a stimulating environment.
Our people demonstrate our winning culture through positive and meaningful relationships.
You will work with market leading brand products in a global organization.
We provide competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and some of the best career development opportunities in the industry.
Monsanto is named Great Place to Work in many countries around the world.
Join our global team where your contribution will make a real difference!
Job Field: Sector in Agriculture / Agro-Allied
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Africa Licensing Lead
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Agronomist
Job Summary
The position will be responsible for meeting and exceeding sales objectives of the assigned territory by promoting and selling the Amiran product solutions through professional sales techniques and long-term customer relationships.
Responsibilities for the Agronmist Job
Develop and implement a proper framework for selling chemicals and fertilizers.
Identify and develop the marketing / penetration strategies for the above products.
Carry out field visits to meet farmers and agricultural intermediaries periodically and as and when required, and make presentations on agricultural products.
Collect and analyze relevant market information regarding our agricultural products and formulate an appropriate response strategy.
Work closely with partners to identify, develop and implement innovative agricultural products that meet current market need.
Work closely with farmers and other stakeholders to identify ways of entrenching agricultural products offered by the Company.
Keeping abreast of competition, competitive issues and products.
Attending and participating in sales meetings, product seminars and trade shows.
Preparing written presentations, reports, technical and business reports.
Provide follow-up with customers to ensure customer satisfaction with products.
Ensure that agricultural premium income targets are achieved.
Qualifications for the Agronomist Job
Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture or Horticulture or any related discipline.
At least one year experience working in agro chemical industry or flower farm in the agricultural field dealing with agrochemicals and fertilizer sales.
Excellent communications, interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills.
Must be computer literate.
Valid driving license.
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Manufacturing and Design Engineer
The Manufacturing and Design Engineer will manage the manufacturing of teff row planters and similar technologies while supporting design projects that will impact tens of thousands of farmers across Ethiopia.
User Insight Expert: From focus groups, to in-depth farmer interviews, to observing farmers, you are committed to using a variety of methods and tools in order to gather insights from the field to design new, innovative agricultural tools and conduct impact assessments of new tools.
Product Design Expert: Using Human Centered Design approaches, you will be taking products from concept to prototype to small scale production. You are just as comfortable in the field speaking with customers as you are in the workshop building prototypes and are eager to use your design skills to design life changing tools and products.
Career Growth and Development
One Acre Fund invests heavily in building management and leadership skills. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentorship and through regular management consulting-style career reviews. We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about. The Design Engineer will have access to regular and ongoing professional development opportunities aimed at building the soft and hard skills required for quick rapid professional growth. Because of our rapid growth, we constantly have new roles opening up and opportunities in many functions. This results in fast career growth for our staff.
Qualifications
We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications
Required qualifications:
University degree in engineering
Fluent in written and spoken English and Swahili
5+ years of work experience, including some management responsibilities
Management or leadership experience
Experience operating machine shop and prototyping machinery (CNC, 3D printers, mills, etc.)
Solid understanding and experience in the practical application of human centered design to develop new products
We are looking for passionate professionals who combine leadership skills with good humor, patience and a humble approach to service.
Experience with Computer Aided Design, particularly AutoCAD and SolidWorks
Flexible and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment while being part of an awesome team
We are looking for a creative problem solver with an eagerness to share new ideas.
Preferred qualifications:
Experience in designing and conducting qualitative interviews and surveys
Experience with rapid prototyping in resource-constrained settings
Solid understanding and experience in the practical application of human centered design
Knowledge of other local languages an asset
Preferred Start Date: January 2017
Compensation: Starts modest. However, this is a career-track role with raises for performance.
Benefits: Housing, transportation, and airtime allowance.
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Program Officer Resource Mobilization and Donor Liaison Grants Officer
Overall purpose of the job: The Program Officer – Agriculture will ensure that policies relating to Agriculture production and value chains, marketing and value addition are implemented effectively to to enhance agriculture and economic development.
Key duties and responsibilities:
Reporting to the Director of Programs, the Program Officer – Agriculture will be responsible for:
Engaging in discussions and providing mechanisms for alignment of national policy and legislation to devolved system of government;
Promoting inter- county coordination of the agriculture sector;
Providing technical assistance in terms of information, research and policy analysis on County Governments across a range of policy issues targeting the development of agriculture infrastructure for increased accessibility to markets in all parts of the country and the world;
Engage needs based dispute resolution mechanisms in the agricultural sector;
Monitor the status of agricultural implementation under devolution;
Mobilize resources to support the Agriculture Committee of the Council of Governors.
Providing an effective research and knowledge management platform for sharing best practices in the agriculture sector to promote agriculture development;
Review legislation and policies affecting the sector and making proposals for the benefit of the Counties interests, in close collaboration with stakeholders in the sector;
Comprehensive communication on devolution in agriculture to all stakeholders;
Coordinating, developing and consolidating collective county positions on agricultural matters;
Providing a framework for increased investment in the agriculture sector; and
Coordinating the participation of County Governments during local, regional and international learning activities on agriculture.
Supporting the Water, Forestry and Mining Technical Committee
Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time
Required Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate shall possess the following:
Masters degree in Agriculture from a recognized university
A degree in Agriculture from a recognized University
Experience working on matters of agriculture in the context of devolution.
Advance computer applications
A 6 years’ experience with at least 3 years at senior level management
Languages: Fluency in English is required.
Desirable Competencies:
Behavioral
Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders;
Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;
Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;
Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter;
Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives and concerns and promotes equal gender participation;
Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
Resource Mobilization – works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of CoG.
Other:
This position may be adjusted to a consultancy if that need is identified through the recruitment process.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment.
Contract duration
The contract duration is for three (3) years renewable annually subject to availability of resources and performance.
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Vice President of Operations Innovation
About Operations Innovation
Komaza is building a new Operations Innovation department as an internal R&D Lab to develop the strategies, products and processes to achieve hugely ambitious long-term growth. All other Department leads are busy with day-to-week-to-month operations, making incremental improvements and fire-fighting inevitable challenges on the ground. Ops Innovation, in contrast, will be tasked with steering clear of the “urgent,” in order to envision and build the long-term “important.” Working closely with other departments and senior executives to define key priorities and strategies, Ops Innovation will design, develop and lead change-management for next-generation processes. While this will involve some moon-shot R&D, the main priority is developing transformative systems for Komaza’s core business. This will require sustained innovation and program development around a focused number of top strategic priorities to deliver true step changes in performance and scale. We will staff the department with proven operators, consultants and visionary thinkers to own specific programs over 1-3 years, managing small teams of fast, flexible thinkers from Kenya and around the world.
About this Role
As Vice President of Operations Innovation, you are fundamentally tasked with designing the future of forestry in Africa, and will be responsible for driving change both at a strategic level and deeply operational level. As the founder of this initiative, you will need to thrive on ambiguity, and possess the ability to see, prioritize and manage simultaneous multi-year initiatives. Most importantly, you must be a lifelong learner who is able to lead, coordinate and coach your team of bright consultants through the stages of designing, developing and delivering critical projects necessary for the long-term success and sustainability of the company. You are an open-minded, flexible, and generative thinker and operator that cares most about driving lasting impact by converting excellent ideas into testable prototypes and proven reality. You will report to Komaza’s Founder & CEO, and work very closely with other senior executives.
Responsibilities of the Operations Officer
Develop a dynamic, deep understanding of how Komaza works – the connectivity between teams, systems, and on-the-ground realities of building a for-profit, impact-driven business – and constantly think about how to improve on it.
Recruit and lead a team of former innovation consultants, researchers, and operating experts, while inspiring a culture of collaboration and accountability.
Build deep relationships at all levels across the organization to serve as the eyes and ears on the ground attuned to critical organizational needs and opportunities.
Design and implement a rigorous methodology for inspiring, building, testing, and scaling blue-sky initiatives.
Define company strategy, working closely with our
Founder/CEO and others on our collaborative “Silicon Valley culture” senior team. Help build a management team committed to tenets of “JFDI” and “Go Big or Go Home.”
Qualifications for the Operations Jobs:
10+ years’ relevant work experience, ideally 4+ years program innovation consulting, or operations research and strategy from a leading company; qualitative and quantitative data are both your friends; an MBA is preferred.
Proven experience leading high-performing teams, especially in dynamic environments. You know how to thrive in uber-growth situations. You’ve worked and thrived at a rapidly scaling company.
Excellent communication skills with the aptitude to distill complex systems and detailed analysis into simple, structured processes with concrete action plans.
Energetic and enthusiastic – willing to do whatever is necessary to get the job done. You’re well-organized with experience in project and change management.
Comfort with ambiguity and uncertainty, as well as patience and perseverance in the face of serious logistical and environmental hurdles.
Proven success working and living in Africa is strongly preferred.
Expectations
We need a VP of Ops Innovation who wants to make a meaningful commitment to building this department and delivering significant innovations for a minimum of 3-5+ years. While we will open a Nairobi office to support regional expansion in the near future, this role will be primarily based at our current headquarters in Kilifi, Kenya for the foreseeable future. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, plus equity. Application Deadline: Closing date is 31st October 2016 -
Forestry Technician
Location: West Rift, East Rift and Coast
Gatsby Africa is developing a commercial forestry sector development programme to tackle this high-level supply challenge in a manner aligned with market requirements.
The Kenya Commercial Forestry Programme (KCFP) aims to build on market dynamics to deliver opportunities for inclusive economic growth and long-term competitiveness of the sector.
The programme is recruiting for three Forest Technicians to join a professional, multi-functional team that will work with a mix of private and public commercial forestry organisations.
The role will focus on: supervision and delivery of practical modules featuring amongst other areas; seed selection and nursery production, correct planting of tree seedlings, weeding and agrochemical application, plantation thinning and harvesting.
In addition, a key responsibility will be to ensure proper maintenance of forestry hand tools and vehicles, and providing safe driving services to support field based activities.
The role requires a structured and organized individual with a strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills to deliver training and feedback sessions and review work standards.
With the ability to pass on skills and knowledge to subordinates, the ideal candidate will be physically fit and able to work independently and collaboratively with external and internal stakeholders.
The candidate will have demonstrable experience in developing high quality training materials on forestry production techniques.
With a minimum of a Diploma or Certificate in Forestry from the Kenya Forestry College, the successful candidate will have three years’ progressive relevant forestry experience ideally within a commercial business environment dealing with practical day to day production issues.
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Technology and Development Manager
Administrative supervisor: Business Growth Lead – Africa
Functional Supervisor: Global TD Director Interface: Breeding team, Sales team, Marketing team, Supply Chain, HR, Customers, Regulators, National Research Institutes, scientific professionals etc.
JOB MISSION:
Responsible for identifying the opportunity, selecting the suitable products/technologies based on Agro-climatic zones, testing them, positioning of the products&technology in their correct use to make them feasible to the market and registering the products/technologies to facilitate business.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: –
Designing projects for new product introductions or right positioning of existing products and technologies, aiming to make the production feasible and improve productivity.
Identifying the opportunity, selecting the new products based on the agro-climatic zones and testing the new products with scientific experiments.
Upon successful evaluation, managing the registration process for crop products and making them available to commercial team by registering them in stipulated time lines.
Efficient network relationships with government agencies and product registration regulators / institutes
Development of crop testing protocols, design experiments, and effective implementation and evaluation in generating quality data etc.
Assessing and analyzing cost reduction and quality gains together with the technical and production areas & extend technical support to commercial team.
Developing technical catalogs/package of practices/product instructions/ Tech notes of all products/crops and providing to the commercial team
Training of commercial team on technical aspects of products/crops
Assisting commercial team in complaint handling
Responsible for coordinating regional agricultural fairs, together with sales and marketing departments
Coordinating and working closely with the marketing team in developing marketing strategy and communication tools
Providing feedback to R&D team based on the observations during testing of products
EDUCATION
Masters in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agronomic Engineering
SKILLS
Deep knowledge in technical aspects of major crops &products
WORK EXPERIENCE
4-5 years
LANGUAGES
Fluent English and basic working knowledge of French is an added advantage
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Seed management;
Security Standards and Rules;
People and project management;
Protocols development
Scientific data analysis, reporting and computing skills
Crop and market knowledge
BEHAVIORAL SKILLS
Focus approach
Result orientation
Collaboration and coordination skills
Assertiveness;
Pro-activeness/self-initiative
Attention to details and accuracy
People and project leadership;
Strategic thought
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Floriculture Facilitator Security Facilitator Capacity Building Officer
Job Title: Floriculture Facilitator
Availability: Immediately
CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, is supported by MasterCard Foundation, was established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth in the society with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures.
The key purpose of the organization is to assist 23,030 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.
Job Responsibilities
Training and equipping the students with floriculture skills.
Sourcing of employment and internship opportunities for students.
Sourcing of guest lectures and organizing field visits and industry exposures for the students.
Ensure students on internship fill their logbooks.
Maintain an up to date record of students.
Ensure students maintain highest levels of discipline at all times.
Accompany students when going for interviews.
Source for credible mentors to mentor the students.
Participate in road shows to recruit students to the program.
Follow up with students both on internship and placement to support them and get feedback on their progress.
Ensure that students attend classes as required.
Provide students with resources for studying.
Link the youth with potential employers.
Requirements
Minimum one (2) years working experience in the floriculture industry.
Must have passion working with young people.
Degree in Horticulture Management.
Ability to meet deadlines and handle diverse tasks simultaneously using prioritization.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent Presentation skills.
Networking skills a must.
Good leadership skills.
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Dairy Line Officer
Job Objective:A Dairy Line Officer is responsible for the financial and physical performance of the farm and as such will be highly skilled in all aspects of the farm’s milk business.
In this role you will be responsible for implementing the short and long term business plans. You will be expected to drive the business and work with your Supervisor to ensure success.
As the Dairy Line Officer, the incumbent must approach his job with confidence, energy; anticipate challenges while recommending applicable mitigating solutions.
He will need to possess excellent communication and leadership skills, finding ways to motivate
Roles & Responsibilities
A) Business Vision, Mission & Core Values Exemplify the vision, mission and core values of the company which are taking responsibility for our actions and decisions, sharing our knowledge and expertise for continuous improvement
The jobholder must project a professional company image through in-person interaction
Relate to others in a manner that creates a sense of teamwork and co-operation.
Maintain effective communication with colleagues, both junior and senior.
B) Business Performance
In charge of feeding the animals on concentrates, salts and fodder
In charge of milking and delivery of milk to MCC
Maintain a high standard of cleanliness/hygiene for all the animals
Develop, review and manage repairs and maintenance schedule for dairy line machinery and infrastructure in coordination with the Maintenance team and Dairy Line Manager.
Manage the milking machines (repair, servicing,
Identify common ailments of cattle including reproductive disorders, downer cows and lameness, advocate and push for immediate treatment. Assist veterinarian when required.
Prepare and deliver milk and concentrates to reared calves. Observe and report immediately to the livestock health manager and directors calves requiring medication. Manage calf groups through to weaning.
Immediately reporting any heat sign in animals to livestock health manager to organize for a mating
Dry off cows, apply dry cow according to approved protocol. Mark and manage cows at dry off.
Participate in cattle mustering/gathering, transport and application of herd ID program. Adhere to farm policy on handling and welfare of stock.
Provide first level support for customer and employee complaints, suggestions, and concerns
Implement and contribute to the improvement of health and safety policies and procedures at the farm
Request for required supplements and vitamins to achieve production targets
Ensure stocks are accounted for
Provide the weekly feeds order on time on the required date as directed by the sales operations coordinator
Ensure agreed stock policy is adhered to
Ensure all herd records are maintained
Adhere to all relevant animal welfare codes
Contribute to the dairy farm accepted best practice environmental guidelines
Ensuring the farm maintains quality standards
Active participation in activities associated with the management of workplace health and safety
Actively participate in identification and reporting of hazard/danger, accidents, near misses, and property damage at the workplace
Correct use of appropriate safety gear / equipment.
Qualifications
A Diploma in Dairy Technology or a related course from an accredited institution
Diploma in store management /Purchase and supplies/Business Related Field
Minimum one year experience in a related field
High computer proficiency
Requirements
Must be +27 years of age *a mature candidate preferably male*
Cost conscious, assertive, a good communicator, problem solver
A critical thinker
A problem solver
Possess good interpersonal skills
Good communication, teamwork and coach-ability, problem solving, self-management, technical and practical skills, leadership and people management, administration and quality compliance, business and asset management.