Employer and vacancy source: OutResource Business Support
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- EmployerOutResource Business Support
- LocationChipata, Zambia
- Employer websitewww.orbs-zambia.com
- Application methodEmail application
- Listing sourceZambia Job Alerts
Key details for this vacancy
- Employer
- OutResource Business Support
- Location
- Chipata, Zambia
- Posted
- February 27, 2025
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- Development
- Application method
- Email application
Website OutResource Business Support
Job description
Our Client based in Chipata Zambia is seeking a Federation Development Lead, to lead and support over 62 primary cooperatives with over 189,000 small-scale farmers. The role focuses on promoting climate-smart agriculture, sustainable land management, and biodiversity conservation while strengthening cooperative leadership, market access, and financial sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
Develop business models and project proposals aligned with conservation goals.
Facilitate access to grants and funding for cooperative sustainability.
Organize training sessions, community meetings, and the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Strengthen cooperative leadership and provide technical training.
Establish market linkages and value chain strategies for cooperative members.
Oversee cooperative operations to ensure compliance with Federation policies.
Monitor financial management, governance, and cooperative performance.
Support the implementation of Community Conservation Plans.
Ensure the collection of membership fees for financial sustainability.
Who Should Apply?
We are looking for a dynamic, results-driven leader with:
A degree in Business Administration, Agriculture, Rural Development, or a related field.
Experience working with cooperatives, agribusiness, or conservation programs.
Strong skills in business development, resource mobilization, and market linkages.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Knowledge of climate-smart agriculture and conservation-oriented projects is an advantage.
Why Join?
Make an Impact: Help shape the future of cooperative farming and conservation in Zambia.
Engage with Communities: Work closely with local farmers and cooperative leaders.
Career Growth: Opportunity to develop leadership and business management skills in a dynamic environment.
How to Apply
Send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role to orbsjobs2@gmail.com.
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