Job Title: Manager, Affluent Farming Job Type: Full-time
Company: Omia Agribusiness Development Group Ltd.
Location: Main Office, Plot 6, Staff Lane, Junior Quarters, Arua City, Uganda
Number of Positions: 1
Working Hours: Full-time
- Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
- Be prepared to be called on a Sunday for a farm visit by a client
Job Summary: You will be hired to serve:
- Large Scale Commercial Farmers (At least 5 acres)
- Farmers producing under intensive production systems such as GreenHouse Production
- Farmers intending to farm without physical involvement
Collectively known at Omia Agribusiness as Affluent Farmers (prosperous farmers).
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure the success of Affluent Farmers in Agribusiness by providing dedicated support to enable them to produce and earn more.
- Identify, engage, and retain Affluent Farmers. Collaborate with all Omia Agribusiness teams and other value chain actors to identify the farmers, address their specific farming needs, and ensure they remain happy customers.
- Prepare detailed profiles for the farmers, document their needs, address and resolve challenges promptly, and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
- Align sales and marketing strategies to meet the expectations of the affluent farmers, resulting in a win-win for both the farmers and the company.
- Stay updated on technologies and developments in the agribusiness space, including new varieties, breeds, best field management practices, and new projects.
- Customize products and services to meet the specific needs of affluent farmers, ensuring a win-win outcome.
- Coordinate with other Omia Agribusiness teams using the existing infrastructure to serve this specific market niche.
- Provide detailed and organized profiles and reporting on affluent farmers, sharing regular reports with Management.
- Coordinate the specific training and support needs of affluent farmers.
- Organize high-level networking events for affluent farmers and participate in regional and national events.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture from a reputable University.
- Agricultural Knowledge: In-depth understanding of agriculture (both crop and animal production), farming practices, and the specific needs of large-scale farmers.
- Relationship Management: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse clients.
- Sales Acumen: Experience in sales, business development, and achieving sales targets.
- Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing client needs and challenges.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information and build rapport with clients.
- Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple clients, tasks, and priorities efficiently.
- Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with ERPs and other relevant tools for managing client relationships and sales processes.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing client needs, market conditions, and company strategies.
- Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of computer work and occasional field visits. The ability to ride a motorcycle and a vehicle is an advantage as the position will involve regular field visits.
- Language Requirements: English (main), Lugbara, Luo, Kiswahili, Arabic, Luganda.
Application Procedure:
Submit the following:
- Application letter
- CV
- Academic documents
- Other documents that you think will give you an advantage
Submissions should be sent to omiajobs@gmail.com
Note:
- Female candidates and refugees are highly encouraged to apply.
- Hand-delivered applications shall not be accepted.
Application Deadline: 16th June 2024
Shortlisted Candidates: Will be called for interviews in Arua.
About OMIA AGRIBUSINESS: Industry: Agribusiness Location: Arua, Uganda
