POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Investment and Partnerships Director
Effective with the release of this position announcement, Winrock International is recruiting applicants for an Investment and Partnerships Director for a proposed Kenya Feed the Future project. The responsibilities, duties and qualifications are described in the attached position description.
General: Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to increase economic opportunity, sustain natural resources, and protect the environment. Winrock matches innovative approaches in agriculture, natural resources management, clean energy, and leadership development with the unique needs of its partners. By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology, Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity, and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world.
Salary: The annual salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applications: Please submit a current CV and cover letter to WIKenya@winrock.org with the subject line “Investment and Partnership Director Application”. Winrock International is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Only candidates with citizenship in Kenya will be considered for this position.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Investment and Partnerships Director
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Department: Agriculture & Enterprise
Reports to: Chief of Party
Major Responsibilities:
Design activities and partnerships that expand and/or rehabilitate market infrastructure across communities in Northern Kenya.
Identify and shepherd through the investment cycle innovative business plans that increase access to markets and services for pastoralist communities.
Design partnerships, and identify needed investments, to strengthen backward and forward linkages between pastoralists, service providers, including financial institutions, and end markets.
Build the capacity of communities to identify priority upgrades that strengthen competitiveness and social safety nets.
Build awareness of producers, private sector, impact investors and financial service providers of opportunities in Northern Kenya.
Qualifications & Background:
Education:
Advanced degree in degree in business administration, finance, agronomy or related field.
Experience:
Minimum of 10 years of practical experience in facilitating investment in agricultural market systems, preferably in the livestock sector.
Demonstrated understanding of the economic, social, and cultural dynamics of pastoralist production systems in Northern Kenya.
Demonstrated networks and trust relations with pastoralist communities.
Demonstrated track record of working with financial service providers, investors, and private sector.
Skills & Knowledge:
Demonstrated strong writing and oral presentation skills in English and Swahili
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
Strong team player
Ability to maintain the highest ethical standards at all times
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit a current CV and cover letter to WIKenya@winrock.org with the subject line “Investment and Partnership Director Application”. Winrock International is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Only candidates with citizenship in Kenya will be considered for this position.