Venezuela-Based Market Development Consultant (Freelance)

River Global; Venezuela; Remote; VES 30,586,000 - 73,407,000; Full time

Job summary

River Global is seeking a locally based freelance consultant in Venezuela to support a market development assessment in Central America. The role involves stakeholder outreach, industry mapping, and facilitating connections with market participants.

Ideal candidates have strong networks in agriculture, trade, or supply chain sectors and experience engaging industry players. English proficiency is required to effectively coordinate with project teams.

Qualifications

• Based in Venezuela with strong local professional networks.
• Experience in market development, business development, agriculture, trade, supply chain, market research, or related fields.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with private sector organizations, industry associations, government agencies, or development programs is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple stakeholder relationships.
• Professional proficiency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and map key stakeholders across relevant supply chains and market channels in Venezuela.
• Develop and maintain a contact database of industry participants, associations, distributors, retailers, and other relevant organizations.
• Facilitate introductions between stakeholders and the project team.
• Support outreach efforts and encourage participation in interviews, surveys, or consultations.
• Coordinate communications and scheduling with local contacts.
• Provide local market insights and context when relevant.
• Track stakeholder engagement activities and provide periodic updates.

Skills

Market development

Business development

Agriculture

Trade

Supply chain

Market research

Relationship-building

English proficiency

Job description

River Global is seeking a locally based freelance consultant in Venezuela to support a market development assessment in Central America. The role involves stakeholder outreach, industry mapping, and facilitating connections with market participants.

Ideal candidates have strong networks in agriculture, trade, or supply chain sectors and experience engaging industry players. English proficiency is required to effectively coordinate with project teams.