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Date Fruit Cluster Manager and Animator, West Bank and Gaza


PlaNet Finance is an international non-profit organization dedicated to the development of microfinance through the provision of technical assistance and consulting services to the microfinance and banking sector. PlaNet Finance develops and animates networks of MFIs, experts and local actors in order to support the development of men and women professional projects.
Background
Date Fruit Cluster Project is part of the Value Chain Programs of PlaNet Finance. The value chain consists of interdependent activities that lead to the creation of value. Its efficiency depends essentially on the coordination of the various players involved and their ability to form a cohesive, collaborative network.
About the Job: 
PlaNet Finance is seeking a Date Fruit Cluster Manager and Animator in the area of Value Chain Management in the Palestinian territories to lead and animate a Date Fruit Cluster Project in Jericho. The duration of this project is 24 months.
Tasks and Responsibilities: 
  • Manage and lead the cluster on a day to day basis;
  • Provide professional management expertise to the cluster;
  • Organize actions in the interest of cluster group;
  • Develop partnership with key stakeholders : wholesalers and key actors;
  • Enhance the cluster credibility and visibility;
  • Put in place a system that ensure the delivery of high quality services;
  • Develop strategic planning for the cluster;
  • Manage the cluster budget;
  • Coordinate the intervention of PlaNet Finance experts in the cluster activities.
Qualifications: 
  • BA in Economics, Business, Finance or related fields;
  • Minimum 5 years experience in value chain/cluster management projects;
  • Fluency in Arabic and in English;
  • strong analytical skills;
  • Ability to develop strategic planning;
  • Should have wide and effective communication with traders;
  • Ability to work in a team.


Closing Date: 10 Feb 2013
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can send their resume and cover letter to recrut@planetfinance.org
Please mention "Date Manager" in the subject line.
Contact:
Carole Serviere
recrut@planetfinance.org
Cairo
Egypt