Jamaica
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries & Mining (MOAFM)- Agro-Investment Corporation
Education: A Master’s degree in one or more of the following fields:
Agribusiness Management
Agricultural Economics
Business Administration (with a focus on agriculture)
Agronomy or Agricultural Science
Marketing or Investment Promotion
International Development (with an agricultural focus)
Finance or Accounting (related to agricultural enterprises)
Professional Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the following areas:
Agribusiness development, investment promotion, or agricultural value chain management.
Financial analysis, feasibility studies, and business planning for agricultural enterprises.
Market research, marketing strategies, and stakeholder engagement within the agricultural sector.
Experience working with government agencies, international development organizations, or private sector agribusinesses.
Experience in agricultural production, supply chain management, or agro-processing is a plus.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and data analysis software.
Knowledge of GIS or agricultural mapping tools is an asset.
SPECIAL NOTICE ABOUT CITIZENSHIP: Candidates who are dual citizens of Jamaica and the U.S. are not eligible to serve with Peace Corps Jamaica. Volunteer safety is of paramount importance, and the protections of U.S. citizenship promote Volunteer safety. If anyone holding dual U.S. and Jamaican citizenship were to face a legal, safety, or other emergency situation in Jamaica, the Peace Corps' ability to intervene would be limited. If you hold citizenship with both the U.S. and Jamaica, we encourage you to look at other opportunities with Peace Corps.
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