Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) is seeking to recruit Rubber Value Chain Specialist / Manager.

JOB TYPE: FULL TIME
LOCATION: HEAD OFFICE – KUMASI
RESPONSIBLE TO: DEPUTY CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (OPERATIONS)
RESPONSIBLE FOR: VALUE CHAIN OFFICERS

JOB PURPOSE

To oversee and optimize the entire rubber value chain, from planting, cultivation and extraction to processing, distribution, and market delivery identifying opportunities for efficient improvements, cost reduction, and quality enhancement.

Duties and responsibilities

• Facilitate the registration of all rubber value chain actors and formalize their operations in accordance with ACT 1010.
• Provide technical support for the formation of CBOs, FBOs and associations in different enterprises along the value chain.
• Coordinate the establishment of the national umbrella body for Rubber.
• Conduct value chain assessment for Rubber and determine appropriate interventions to enhance productivity and market access.
• Coordinate and collaborate with relevant projects and partners including private businesses and individuals, Development Partners, CBOs and NGOs working on Rubber to leverage project resources, avoid duplication of efforts and ensure complementarities.
• Provide technical guidance and capacity building trainings for the Rubber Value Chain actors and coordinate the production and distribution of certified planting materials.
• Lead the development of concept notes and project proposals most especially on crop diversification, farmer livelihood supports, value chain development and marketing initiatives.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the rubber value chain department, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Appraise the performance of immediate subordinates and review those for lower-level subordinates.
• Identify the training needs of immediate subordinates and organize or recommend appropriate training for them.
• Administer disciplinary measures to immediate subordinates in accordance with TCDA’s disciplinary code and procedure.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Master’s degree in Agriculture, Agriculture Administration, Agribusiness Development or related field from an accredited academic institution.
• At least seven (7) years of relevant experience in the management of activities in the Rubber value chain.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in at least two (2) southern Ghana languages.
• Membership in a related professional body is an advantage.

OTHER COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of rubber production and processing
• Sustainability and environmental management
• Communication, stakeholder engagement and collaboration
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Project management skills
• Leadership and team management

Location: Kumasi