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Senior Value Chain Specialist

Job description

Program Overview:

Harnessing Agriculture Productivity and Prosperity for Youth (HAPPY) aims to drive shared prosperity in Ghana by creating, sustaining, or improving dignified jobs and increasing agricultural productivity across the poultry, rice, soy, and tomato value chains. The HAPPY Program will bridge the productivity gaps in these four value chains by building resilient youth-led and women-led food systems. The program will harness the power of young women and men to enhance the sourcing and business models of off-takers, pursue innovative entrepreneurial ventures, support the adoption of improved practices and inputs, and influence the enabling environment by making their voices heard. The result will be a more prosperous and inclusive agricultural sector that propels growth across the country.

Primary Functions & Responsibilities:
Under the overall guidance of the Senior Value Chain Manager, provide technical oversight and technical assistance to a portfolio of activities across the HAPPY Program.
Assess and analyze the poultry, rice, soybean, and tomato value chains to identify opportunities for improvement, cost efficiencies, and productivity enhancements.
Develop and implement targeted value chain and market strategies to stimulate demand and optimize market performance in collaboration with project partners.
Provide technical support and capacity-building assistance to processors, off-takers, agri-SMEs and micro-businesses to enhance their operations, product quality, and efficiency.
Required to deliver on the Core Business Technical Assistance (CBTA) to agribusiness clients of varying sizes and Inclusive Business Plans (IBP) for processors, agri-SMEs and micro-businesses, to enhance their operations, product quality, and efficiency.
Support with reports preparation.
Build and maintain strong relationships with partners, private sector entities, and stakeholders to facilitate cooperation and knowledge exchange.
Promote and facilitate the adoption of improved agricultural practices and inputs within the value chains.
Work with the MEL Manager in monitoring and evaluation activities, surveys and reporting to track progress and impact of targeted value chains and market strategies, as well as develop success stories and lessons learned.

Basic Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of experience or a Master’s degree in agriculture, business, or a related field or another relevant discipline with at least 3 years experience
Proven experience in value chain development, market strategy, and project management.
Strong knowledge of the poultry, rice, soybean, and tomato value chains in Ghana.
Demonstrated success in leadership roles developing and managing development organizations, programs or initiatives requiring a combination of strong analytical, writing, social and management skills

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in private sector development in Ghana
Experience working or collaborating with agriculture private sector companies
Strong project management skills.

Required Languages: Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills, including fluency in English (equivalent to R4/S4)

Travel: Up to 30% travel to field offices and project sites

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work both persuasively and diplomatically in a team-based environment with a high degree of complexity and ambiguity.
Must be able to work across teams to influence behavior and build capacity.
Experience in adult learning techniques, excellent in-person and virtual facilitation skills
Detail orientation, including strong organizational, analytical, and quantitative skills
Ability to anticipate demand, manage multiple tasks/projects, and meet tight deadlines
Excellent computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other administrative applications
Strong private sector market orientation, entrepreneurial and innovative thinker

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

We encourage all qualified individuals who share TechnoServe’s vision of improving the lives of others through proven business solutions to apply.

With our commitment to diversity, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, HIV/AIDS status, protected veteran status, disability and all other protected classes.

We are also proud of our commitment to protecting staff, partners, and beneficiaries from abuse and exploitation and thoroughly vet all final candidates through rigorous background and reference checks.

Click here to apply; www.jobberman.com.gh

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Senior Project Officer

Job description

Responsibilities:

Project Implementation & Coordination
• Support the day-to-day implementation of project activities under the C-Fruit project work plan.
• Coordinate with HPW field officers and local service providers to ensure smooth and timely execution of field-level interventions.
• Make the link between the C-Fruit project and the Sustainable Agriculture pillar of Swisscontact’s Umbrella Approach.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning
• Conduct baseline data collection and contribute to the design and rollout of the Monitoring and Results Measurement (MRM) system.
• Document field-level progress, lessons learned, and success stories to inform adaptive project management.

Pilot Activities & Technical Support
• Initiate and implement pilot activities including but not limited to:
• Solar-powered irrigation systems
• Biochar production and application
• Regenerative agriculture training
• Carbon accounting and climate finance readiness
• Provide technical support to farmers and service providers during pilot implementation.

Capacity Building & Communication
• Organize field events and farmer training sessions in collaboration with project partners.
• Support the development of didactic materials and practical training content tailored to smallholders’ needs.
• Contribute to the development of communication materials for Swisscontact and the C-Fruit project.
• Assist in documenting and disseminating project outcomes for internal and external audiences.

Selection Criteria
• Master’s degree in agriculture, Environmental Science, Rural Development, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in implementing agricultural development or climate-smart agriculture projects
• Proven experience in field coordination, farmer engagement, and training facilitation
• Familiarity with regenerative agriculture, irrigation systems, or carbon/climate- related initiatives.
• Strong capacity in data collection and analysis.
• Strong independent work ethic and commitment to high-quality delivery.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
• Collaborative team player in multicultural environment.
• Excellent communication skills in English (written or spoken); knowledge of local
• languages is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Desirable Attributes
• Experience working with private sector actors or in market systems development.
• Knowledge of Ghana’s fruit value chains and rural development context.
• Passion for sustainability, climate resilience, and inclusive development.

Location: Accra

Salary: GHS 180k to GHS 230k gross, annually subject to all applicable statutory deductions in accordance with the laws of Ghana

Click here to apply: https://www.jobberman.com.gh/listings/senior-project-officer-6dpzxj?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

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Pump House Operator

Job description

Responsibility

Pump operation and monitoring
• Operate and shut down pumps according to irrigation schedules
• Ensure correct pressure and flow rates are maintained for all irrigation zones
• Monitor gauges, meters and control panels throughout operation

Maintenance and inspection
• Perform daily checks on pumps, filters and pipelines
• Clean suction lines, filters and strainers as needed
• Identify and report wear, leaks or unusual noises early
• Develop a checklist for inspection done

Water level and pressure management
• Monitor water levels and advice Head of Irrigation as needed
• Adjust pump operations to maintain required field pressure
• Track water distribution across fields

Record keeping & reporting ●
• Record daily running hours, water flow readings, water usage,pressure levels, water level and fuel or power usage
• Log all maintenance, inspection and repairs done
• Submit reports to supervisor as needed
• If any treatments are used,handle safely and ensure it is well recorded

Safety and Coordination
• Follow all safety procedures during pump operation and maintenance
• Communicate promptly with the irrigation team on schedule changes
• Report unsafe conditions or equipment issues immediately
• Ensure the pump area and equipment are operated following health, safety and environmental guidelines

Requirements:
• Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical, Agricultural or equivalent course
• Minimum 3yrs experience in pump operation, irrigation systems and water management in an Agricultural set up
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and maintain mechanical and electrical components of pumping systems
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Strong communication skills in English, with ability to document and compile operation and maintenance reports
• Flexible, adaptable and safety-conscious with a proactive approach to work

Location: Sunyani

Salary: Attractive

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Irrigation Foreman

Job description

Responsibility

Supervise daily irrigation schedules
• Monitor field operations for accuracy and timeliness. 100% adherence to daily irrigation plans
• Daily field visit reports. No missed or overlapping irrigation cycles
• Ensure the irrigation team perform their duties as expected.
• Ensure correct water application for each crop. Uniform water distribution observed across all blocks
• Records of irrigation hours per block

Weekly irrigation planning
• Prepare and communicate a weekly irrigation schedule based on crop needs, weather conditions, and water availability
• Proper communication of weeks plan early in the week
• 95% adherence to weekly plan
• No missed irrigation cycles

Training of irrigation and pump operators
• Train staff on irrigation techniques, pump operation, troubleshooting and safety
• Updated SOPs for irrigation and pump handling
• Operator performance evaluation reports

Oversee system repairs, drip installation and preventive maintenance
• Supervise all irrigation system repairs
• Organize scheduled maintenance of pumps, pipes, valves and filters
• Develop a maintenance checklist

Crop water requirement
• Ensure crops receive the right amount of water at each growth stage
• Monitor field conditions and adjust irrigation accordingly
• Work with agronomy team to align water and nutrient supply with crop goals

Fertigation management
• Plan fertigation schedules in collaboration with agronomy or crop nutrition team
• Oversee preparation and mixing of fertilizers for fertigation
• Monitor equipment to ensure proper flow rates and distribution
• Maintain records of fertilizer usage, timing and crop response

Location: Sunyani

Salary: Attractive

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General Foreman

Job description

Responsibility:

Supervision of labour & task coordination
• Daily work plans communicated clearly to all teams
• Tasks completed as assigned across planting, weeding, harvesting, land prep, irrigation, spraying and general fieldwork
• Daily work progress updates submitted to the Farm Manager
• Tasks are completed on time and meet expected quality
• Issues or delays escalated promptly

Attendance, timekeeping and labour records
• Maintain accurate attendance registers/ muster rolls for all casual workers
• Ensure all employees are at their allocation on time
• Ensure employees leave work at the allowed time
• Submit attendance record daily

Communication to workers
• Communicate all work plans to the teams
• Deliver feedback from management to the workers
• Give instructions to the casual laborers on work performance
• Relay any messages from management

Safety, Hygiene and work standards
• Ensure safety and hygiene procedures are followed during all farm operations
• Ensure workers have and use PPE
• Report all incidents and accidents promptly

Monitor performance and maintain discipline in the teams
• Monitor performance by ensuring targets are met
• Develop a discipline team and keep records of warnings
• Maintain order and promote teamwork and fairness

Safeguard tools, materials and equipment
• Keep records of tools, materials and equipment issued to workers
• Ensure all issued items are returned at the end of the day
• Ensure proper handling of company property

Reporting daily progress
• Support management in implementing efficient work routines
• Submit daily activity reports on work progress, challenges and recommendations

Requirements:
• Basic literacy and numeracy (must be able to read and write).
• 3 years of supervisory experience in an agricultural set up
• Good communication skills in English and the local language.
• Basic record-keeping and time management ability.
• Reliable, honest and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, good problem solving ability and organized

Location: Sunyani

Salary: Attractive

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Promoters

Job description

Key Responsibilities:
• Promote Dizengoff’s range of agricultural products (such as seeds, crop protection products, fertilizers, irrigation systems, and equipment) to farmers, cooperatives, and agro-input dealers.
• Conduct field demonstrations, product presentations, and awareness campaigns to educate farmers on best agricultural practices.
• Visit existing and potential clients to develop strong customer relationships and ensure brand visibility in the assigned territory.
• Collect feedback from farmers, distributors, and dealers on product performance and customer satisfaction.
• Provide weekly activity and market reports to the Sales & Marketing Manager.
• Support retail partners with branding materials, product displays, and customer education events.
• Monitor competitors’ activities and market trends to provide insights for business growth.
• Ensure proper handling and safe delivery of product samples or marketing materials while in the field.

Qualifications & Experience:
• Minimum of Senior High School (SHS) or HND qualification in Agriculture, Marketing, Agribusiness, or a related field.
• At least 1–3 years’ experience in field sales, agricultural extension, or product promotion (experience in agro-input or FMCG industries is an advantage).
• Must own or be able to ride a motorbike; a valid rider’s license is highly preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Passionate about agriculture and committed to supporting farmer success.
• Willingness to travel extensively within assigned territories.

Key Competencies:
• Excellent customer engagement and relationship management skills.
• Ability to demonstrate agricultural products confidently to farmers.
• Goal-oriented and self-motivated.
• Good record-keeping and reporting ability.
• Professional appearance and conduct.
• Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive monthly salary commensurate with experience.
• Transportation support for field movements.
• Performance-based incentives and allowances.
• Opportunities for training and career growth within the agribusiness sector.

NB:
• Personnel have been allocated across the regions as follows: Ahafo – 1, Ashanti – 3, Bono – 2, Bono East – 3, Central – 2, Eastern – 3, Greater Accra – 1, Northern – 5, North East – 1, Oti – 2, Savannah – 4,

Upper East – 1, Upper West – 1, Volta – 2, Western – 2, and Western North – 1.

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Land & Farm Manager (regenerative/ Permaculture)

ob description

Location: Greater Accra Region (Aburi), Ghana

Type: Full-time, On-site

Accommodation: Private apartment provided

Start Date: As soon as possible

Company Description

ANO Institute of Arts & Knowledge is a cultural and ecological organisation based in Ghana, working at the intersection of African indigenous knowledge, regenerative land stewardship, and community-based learning. Through projects such as the Cultural Encyclopaedia, Mobile Museum, and the emerging ANO University, we develop new ways of seeing, remembering, and relating to land, culture, and one another.

Our permaculture farm in the Aburi mountains is part of this wider vision of ecological restoration and regenerative practice.

Role Description

We are seeking a dedicated Land & Farm Manager (Regenerative/Permaculture) for a full-time, on-site position in the Greater Accra Region, Ghana. This is a live-in role with accommodation provided.

The Land & Farm Manager will oversee the care and development of our permaculture-based farm, guiding daily operations while nurturing the land with ecological sensitivity. Responsibilities include managing food gardens, soil regeneration, composting systems, and small livestock; coordinating seasonal planting and harvesting; overseeing irrigation and water management; and ensuring the farm operates in alignment with regenerative and permaculture principles.

The role also involves maintaining farm infrastructure and supporting land-based educational activities, and ensuring the property remains a harmonious, productive, and well-cared-for ecological environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Oversee daily operations of the farm and surrounding land
• Manage food gardens, medicinal plants, and agroforestry systems
• Implement and maintain permaculture and regenerative farming practices
• Oversee soil health, composting, mulching, and seed saving
• Manage irrigation and water systems
• Maintain farm infrastructure, pathways, and natural structures
• Coordinate and supervise additional any contractors
• Ensure long-term ecological health and productivity of the land
• Support occasional workshops, visitors, and educational activities
• Safeguard the property and ensure overall cleanliness and order

Qualifications
• Strong experience in farm management with practical knowledge of sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices
• Hands-on expertise in permaculture, ecological land care, or regenerative farming systems (highly preferred)
• Experience managing irrigation, composting, soil health, and water systems
• Ability to lead teams, manage workflows, and work independently
• Organised, reliable, and attentive to detail
• A degree or training in Agriculture, Environmental Science, Agroecology, or a related field is beneficial but not required
• Passion for ecological sustainability, indigenous knowledge, and land-based living
• Comfortable living full-time on the property

Benefits
• Private onsite apartment provided
• Beautiful, peaceful natural environment in the Aburi mountains
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful ecological and cultural work
• Integration into a wider regenerative and heritage-based vision

How to Apply

Please send:
• A short introduction about yourself
• Your relevant experience
• Optional: Photos of past farm or land-care work
• Two references

to info@anoghana.org with the subject line:

“Application – Land & Farm Manager (Regenerative / Permaculture)”

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Factory workers

Job Opportunity: Male Factory Workers Wanted

We’re a food processing company looking for motivated individuals to join our team as factory workers. If you’re a male resident of Mallam to Kasoa stretch and have:

– SHS certificate

– HND or Diploma in Business Development.

We want to hear from you! Contact us at 0277707666 to apply.

Join our team and be part of a dynamic organization!

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 Production Supervisor

OPTIMAL GREEN – a dynamic, integrated agri‑business involved in food processing, fish farming, and vegetable production.

*Location:* [Yaw Doudu,  Aburi. E/R Ghana]

*Reports To:* Operations/Production Manager

*Job Type:* Full‑time, Permanent

Job Summary

We are seeking a results‑driven Production Supervisor to oversee daily production activities across our food processing, fish‑farm, and vegetable production units. You will ensure operational efficiency, quality standards, safety compliance, and timely delivery of products while supporting the team to achieve productivity and cost‑effectiveness targets.

Key Responsibilities

Food Processing

– Supervise production line staff, shift hand‑overs, and manage workflow to meet output targets.

– Enforce GMP, and food‑safety protocols.

– Monitor equipment performance; coordinate routine maintenance and troubleshoot breakdowns.

– Track raw material usage, waste reduction, and inventory control.

Fish Farming

– Oversee pond/ tank operations – stocking, feeding, water‑quality monitoring, and harvest schedules.

– Implement biosecurity and health‑management plans; liaise with aquaculture technicians.

– Ensure compliance with environmental and welfare regulations.

Vegetable Production

– Manage planting, cultivation, harvesting, and post‑harvest handling of vegetables.

– Coordinate use of inputs (seeds, fertilizers, pesticides) .

– Optimize yield and quality while minimizing losses.

General

– Train, mentor, and evaluate subordinate staff; promote a safety‑first culture.

– Generate daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.

– Assist in cost‑control initiatives and continuous improvement projects.

Qualifications

  • Diploma / HND/Degree in Food Science,  Agriculture, Aquaculture, or related field.

– Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, GAP, and safety standards.

– Willingness to learn fast on the job

– Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

How to Apply

Send your CV and a brief cover letter (PDF) to *[ceo@optimalgreengh.com ]* by *16 Dec 2025*. Include the subject line: *Application – Production Supervisor*.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer.

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Farm Manager

Job description

AKRO-FARMS is looking for an experienced person for the position of FARM MANAGER.

The person MUST be living or willing to live in Adawso near Koforidua or towns around these areas.

‘On-call’ work may be required, because feeding equipment is in continual 24-hour operation.

Duties

EGG PRODUCTION
• Advices Service Technician about production requirements and to discuss condition of equipment and status of supplies.
• Assigns workers to duties such as collecting, cleaning and sanitizing eggs and feeding and vaccinating chicken, and cleaning and disinfecting the all farm houses.
• Directs maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment such as brooder houses, layer house, hatchery, breeding house, automatic feeders, waters, and layer nests.
• Inspects quality of litter, shavings and nests in all the farmhouse
• Participates in work activities to expedite work load.
• Adjusts control program as required and monitors ventilation of houses on the farms;
• Administers medications and vaccinations
• Insures bio security measures are in place and followed.
• Ensures that egg and egg room sanitation procedures are followed.
• Accountable for implementing a rodent and vector control program on the farm;
• Prepares egg production, feed consumption and chicken mortality reports

FEED PRODUCTION
• Maintain accurate daily records regarding bag ingredient and production material/equipment deliveries and bag feed production, inventory, and loading
• Inspect and monitor feed quality, weight, and packaging

HATCHERY
• Direct the Hatchery to produce the highest quality chicks at the highest percentage hatch

rate possible for the lowest cost
• Ensures completion of all quality assurance checks for the following: chick quality,

vaccination checks, equipment checks, and maintenance work.
• Follow Veterinary regulations as well as environmental regulations
• Interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations

Qualification Required & Experience

Qualifications and training required
• BSc. (Agriculture) Degree- Animal science Option or MSC in Agriculture with more than 4 years’ experience poultry production

Key Skills
• MANAGING PEOPLE -Ability to motivate, coach, develop, and direct people as they work, identifying the best people for the job
• PROBLEM SOLVING- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• ORAL & WRITTEN COMMUNICATION- Listens, gets clarification, interpret written information
• DEPENDABILITY- Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• PROFESSIONALISM- Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• SAFETY AND SECURITY- Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment and materials proper

Location: Adawso near Koforidua

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified persons should send their CV to:

recruitment@akrofarms.com

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