Provincial Coordinator–Irish Potatoes Value Chain Technical Lead
Provincial Coordinator–Irish Potatoes Value Chain Technical Lead
World Relief
About The Job
The Provincial Coordinator–Irish Potatoes Value Chain Technical Lead will provide technical direction and leadership for developing and scaling the Irish Potatoes value chain within a youth agribusiness and climate resilience program. The position will focus on productivity enhancement, postharvest systems improvement, mechanization, and inclusive youth engagement. The Coordinator will strengthen market
linkages and partnerships that enhance value addition and income generation among youth and women in the sub-sector. The Coordinator will also collaborate with partners to enhance productivity, market competitiveness, and value addition, contributing to the overall goal of empowering 500,000 rural youth (70% women) over three years.
Specific Skills
Professional Experience
- Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in agricultural value chain development, especially in root and tuber crops.
- Proven technical expertise in Irish Potatoes production, processing, and marketing.
- Strong background in climate-smart practices, mechanization, and market linkages.
- Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with youth, cooperatives, and the private sector.
- Experience managing or supporting donor-funded agricultural projects.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage day-to-day project operations, including scheduling, documentation, and stakeholder communication.
- Skilled in multitasking, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining attention to detail under tight deadlines.
- Familiarity with procurement procedures, inventory tracking, and coordinating logistics for meetings and field visits.
- Capable of supporting financial reporting and ensuring compliance with donor and organizational policies.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities in English and Kinyarwanda; French proficiency is an added advantage.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and project management tools like Trello, Asana, or MS Project.
- Experience collaborating with diverse teams including donors, government agencies, and field staff.
- Skilled in maintaining accurate records, preparing reports, and capturing lessons learned and success stories.
- Ability to respond to dynamic project needs and contribute to solution-oriented approaches.
- Understanding of development and agriculture sector dynamics, with sensitivity to local contexts and youth empowerment initiatives.
Responsibilities & Duties
- Value Chain Technical Leadership & Strategy (25%)
- Serve as the technical lead for Irish Potatoes value chain development in the assigned province
- Design and implement strategies to improve production, storage, and market competitiveness
- Agricultural Technology & Innovation Promotion (20%)
- Promote use of improved seed systems, CSA technologies, and mechanized practices
- Integrate financial inclusion and digital tools for improved access to inputs and markets
- Capacity Building & Mentorship (18%)
- Facilitate training and mentorship programs for youth, cooperatives, and agripreneurs
- Supply Chain Development & Market Linkages (17%)
- Strengthen aggregation centers and supply chain coordination with off-takers
- Partnership Development & Stakeholder Engagement (10%)
- Establish partnerships with public and private stakeholders to enhance sustainability
- Monitoring, Learning & Adaptive Management (5%)
- Contribute to project learning, documentation, and adaptive management processes
- Gender Equity & Social Inclusion (3%)
- Champion gender equity and inclusion in all program interventions
- Team Coordination & Administrative Support (2%)
- Provide regular updates and reports to the Project Manager
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to project planning processes
- Maintain accurate documentation and records of field activities.
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, Crop Science, or Soil Management.
Job Location
Rwanda
Apply To
All interested applicants should submit their detailed Curriculum Vitae at recruitment@hcsolutions.rw, clearly indicating the job title they are applying for in the subject line of the email