9h ago

Technical Assessment Specialist - Cashew Value Chain

Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire

$55k-$75k / yearest.

full-timemidAgricultural Development

🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll serve as a key analytical resource driving operational excellence across the cashew value chain. You'll transform complex operational data into strategic insights and actionable improvement plans for stakeholders from smallholder farmers to processors. This role combines advanced data analytics with performance analysis to enhance productivity and profitability.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Conduct technical assessments of cashew cooperatives and processing facilities.
  • Analyze root causes for operational challenges across value chain segments.
  • Provide expert recommendations to improve processing techniques and resource use.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to strengthen cooperative governance and technical capacity.

📋 Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
  • 3-5 years of progressive experience in data management and analysis.
  • 2 years of experience in agricultural value chain operations preferably cashew.
  • Working proficiency in English and French.

✨ Nice to Have

  • Understanding of financial statements.
  • Familiarity with international development or agricultural finance programs.
  • Knowledge of international quality standards and export requirements.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 🌍 International development impact
  • 🏢 Work with diverse stakeholders
  • 💼 Professional growth in agricultural sector
  • 🤝 Cross-cultural collaboration
  • 📊 Data-driven decision making role

🚩 Heads Up

  • Multiple travel requirements within West Africa may be implied.
  • Requires both advanced analytics and field work, potentially high workload.
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