Project Manager, Agricultural Business Development

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Performance bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Professional development

Remote-friendly

Impactful projects

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to spearhead agricultural business development initiatives in Mahikeng, North West. This fully remote role requires strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and effective virtual collaboration to advance productivity and value-chain development for farmers and agribusinesses.

You will lead project planning, develop proposals and budgets, coordinate remote teams, monitor progress, and report outcomes to management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager, with a focus on business development or economic development projects.
• Demonstrated experience in the agricultural sector or agribusiness.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, effective in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of agricultural business development projects.
• Identify new project opportunities to improve agricultural productivity and market linkages.
• Develop comprehensive project proposals, budgets, and implementation plans.
• Manage project teams and stakeholders remotely, fostering collaboration and alignment.
• Monitor project progress, evaluate outcomes, and ensure successful delivery of objectives.
• Analyze market trends and identify opportunities for agricultural value chain enhancement.
• Facilitate capacity building initiatives for farmers and agricultural enterprises.
• Liaise with government bodies and private sector partners to secure support and resources.
• Prepare regular project reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Waterfall

Stakeholder management

Remote collaboration

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Agribusiness knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is actively seeking a dynamic Project Manager to spearhead agricultural business development initiatives in Mahikeng, North West. This role is fully remote, enabling you to contribute effectively from your chosen location while driving growth and innovation across the agricultural sector in the region. You will be responsible for identifying and executing projects that enhance agricultural productivity, market access, and value chain development for local farmers and businesses. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in project management, combined with a solid understanding of agribusiness principles and challenges. You will work closely with agricultural stakeholders, government agencies, and private sector partners to foster sustainable development. This position demands excellent strategic planning, communication, and relationship management skills, adapted for a virtual environment. We are looking for a results-oriented individual passionate about leveraging project management to create economic opportunities in agriculture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of agricultural business development projects.
• Identify new project opportunities to improve agricultural productivity and market linkages.
• Develop comprehensive project proposals, budgets, and implementation plans.
• Manage project teams and stakeholders remotely, fostering collaboration and alignment.
• Monitor project progress, evaluate outcomes, and ensure successful delivery of objectives.
• Analyze market trends and identify opportunities for agricultural value chain enhancement.
• Facilitate capacity building initiatives for farmers and agricultural enterprises.
• Liaise with government bodies and private sector partners to secure support and resources.
• Prepare regular project reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager, with a focus on business development or economic development projects.
• Demonstrated experience or strong knowledge in the agricultural sector or agribusiness.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, effective in a remote setting.
• Proficiency with project management tools and virtual collaboration platforms.
• A Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience in market analysis and value chain development is highly advantageous.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fully remote environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Annual performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• Retirement savings plan with company contribution.
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Flexible remote working arrangement.
• Exposure to impactful agricultural development projects.
• A supportive and innovative remote work culture.