Business Associate job at Masaka Farms

Job Purpose:

To identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships and business opportunities that contribute to the growth and diversification of Masaka Farms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, and markets for farm products and services.
• Develop and present business proposals and pitch decks to potential partners and investors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, distributors, government agencies, and community organizations.
• Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements and contracts.
• Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities for expansion.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure the successful execution of partnership projects.
• Track and report on the performance of business development initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. An MBA is an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or partnership management.
• Proven track record of securing and managing successful partnerships.
• Strong networking, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strategic and results-oriented approach.
• Excellent understanding of the agricultural sector is a plus.

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, and markets for farm products and services.
• Develop and present business proposals and pitch decks to potential partners and investors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, distributors, government agencies, and community organizations.
• Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements and contracts.
• Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities for expansion.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure the successful execution of partnership projects.
• Track and report on the performance of business development initiatives.

• Strong networking skills
• Negotiation skills
• Presentation skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset
• Strategic approach
• Results-oriented approach
• Excellent understanding of the agricultural sector (plus)

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• An MBA is an advantage.
• Proven track record of securing and managing successful partnerships.