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Job Description
As an Entrepreneurial Agriculture Project Manager with a specialization in engineering or agricultural technology, you will lead innovative agricultural projects with a strong focus on entrepreneurship.
Responsibilities
Innovative Project Development:
- Identify and conceptualize entrepreneurial opportunities within the agriculture sector.
- Develop and pitch new project ideas that integrate cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices.
Business Planning and Strategy:
- Create comprehensive business plans for agriculture projects, considering engineering and technological advancement.
- Develop strategies to maximize project profitability and return on investment.
Technology Integration and Optimization:
- Implement and optimize agricultural technologies to enhance productivity and resource efficiency.
- Evaluate and leverage emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge.
Financial Management:
- Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and efficient resource allocation.
- Identify funding sources, grants, and partnerships to support entrepreneurial agricultural initiatives.
Market Analysis and Stakeholder Engagement:
- Conduct market analysis to identify trends, demands, and potential niches for entrepreneurial ventures.
- Engage with stakeholders, including farmers, investors, and industry experts, to build strategic partnerships.
Risk-Taking and Innovation:
- Embrace a proactive and entrepreneurial mindset, taking calculated risks to drive project innovation.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and exploration of new opportunities.
Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Technology, or a related field.
- Proven experience in entrepreneurial roles within the agriculture sector, demonstrating a track record of successful project development.
- Strong understanding of both technical aspects and business principles related to agriculture.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills for building partnerships and securing funding.
- Ability to think creatively, identify opportunities, and navigate uncertainties.
- Project management certification (PMP or equivalent) is a plus.
Location: Lagos, Nigeria.
Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment_kcl@outlook.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
