Small-Business Development Expert
Location | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of |
Date Posted | November 5, 2023 |
Category | Business Development Management |
Job Type | Contract |
Currency | TZS |
Description
JOB DETAILS:
CEFA – The Seed of Solidarity is an International Non-Governmental Organization that has been working in Tanzania to support rural communities and people with disabilities (PWD) for over 40 years.
Within the framework of the project “SHINE: Supporting Health, Social Inclusion, Nutrition and
Empowerment” (AID012590/09/01) funded by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), CEFA Tanzania is working to promote vocational training opportunities and employment inclusion of PWD in Dar es Salaam.
Scope of work and objectives
CEFA is looking for a Small-Business Development Expert to draw up an effective production and sales strategy to launch income-generating activities (IGAs) within one of the partner centers.
Key Responsibilities
The Business Development expert will be asked tot
• Conduct a preliminary assessment of the center’s capacity and production potential.
• Conduct a preliminary market survey
• Identify the most suitable products
• Create a production schedule to optimize efficiency and production capacity
• Prepare a detailed budget
• Formulate a marketing plan
• Monitor and evaluate the IGAs
• Provide periodic reports and the final the business plan.
Skills and abilites required
The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications and skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Marketing, Business Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in managing small business development projects or IGAs.
• In-depth knowledge of market research techniques and business planning.
• Ability to work independently and manage challenges associated with IGA development.
• Results-oriented with strong adenton to detail.
Applying Instructions
Only the applica8ons adhering to the following instruc8ons will be taken into considera8ont
1. Submit your application via email before 06/11/2023 to the following email addresst shineproject.cefa@gmail.com
2. The object shall state “Application for Business Development Expert – CEFA”.
3. Adach your Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages) and a Cover LeXer (max 1 page).
A>er the evaluation of all applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview.