Aquaculture Technical Manager

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Full Time

Job Details

To strengthen its team in Vietnam, IDH is recruiting a

Aquaculture Manager - Vietnam this position is based in Ho Chi Minh or Can Tho city

Job profile

IDH is currently looking for candidates for the position of Aquaculture Manager to support the development and implementation of IDH program in the Mekong Delta of Vietnam.

The position, based in Ho Chi Minh City or Can Tho, will report to IDH Vietnam Country Director and technically report to IDH Aquaculture Program Director based in the Netherlands.

Key responsibilities

1. Program coordination and development

  • Responsible for overall development and implementation of IDH programs in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam especially the existing aquaculture program.
  • Identify engagement opportunities with private partners in other sectors in the Mekong Delta such as rice, fruits and vegetables.
  • Work with key companies to develop business cases/models for and driving sustainable business practices at scale.
  • Support development and (conditional to successful fundraising) implementation of the IDH landscape program in Mekong Delta up to 2030.
  • Responsible for delivering the targeted results and impact of the programs at field level with support and guidance from IDH headquarters.
  • Support the strategic planning process, implementation and monitoring of the aquaculture program and other programs that may be initiated in the Mekong Delta.

2. Stakeholder management and networking

  • Maintain contacts with partners and stakeholders with existing program on aquaculture and develop new partnerships, especially within Vietnam.
  • Responsible for working on the maintenance and expansion of the IDH network and donor base, supporting colleagues doing similar work and contributing to the further strategic development of IDH in the Mekong Delta.
  • Manage and support the engagement from private sector and donors to IDH Mekong Delta program.

3. Fund raising

  • Conduct a donor mapping analysis to identify the potential donors to support the scaling of sustainable practices in aquaculture and other agriculture sectors in the Mekong Delta in Vietnam.
  • Support IDH Vietnam to develop funding proposals for IDH Mekong Delta program in Vietnam, with particular focus on supporting, and building on, our activities in aquaculture.

4. Supply chain analysis

  • Work as IDH Vietnam aquaculture supply chain analysis lead.
  • Support companies in designing program to provide better services such as training, access to inputs and finance to farmers to improve their performance, and ultimately their profitability and livelihoods.

Requirements

Candidates will be selected on the basis of key criteria:

  • Good knowledge and understanding of the agriculture and aquaculture development context in the Mekong Delta.
  • Strong track record and background in environmental and/or social sustainability of agriculture/aquaculture production and an ability to articulate an understanding of both domestic and international requirements.
  • Strong experience in working with private sector, especially related to aquaculture and preferentially also one of the following commodities: rice, fruits and vegetable.
  • Strong  project management skills and a minimum of 10 years in management positions
  • Able to manage programs with a diverse group of stakeholders with an inclusive attitude, defining common goals and implementing actions
  • Able to oversee field level implementation issues and resolve conflict
  • Fluent in Vietnamese and English
  • Familiarity with the aquaculture/agriculture supply chain
  • Some experience in raising funds
  • Works to achieve agreed objectives and is accountable for meeting or exceeding them
  • Demonstrated ability in team working.

Terms and conditions

The successful applicant will be offered a consultancy contract for one year with competitive remuneration, but with very high possibility to extend. IDH offers a challenging position with opportunities for growth within an enthusiastic and passionate team and as an IDH team member you can contribute to positive global change.

For more information about IDH, please visit http://www.idhtrade.org. For questions about this position, please contact Mr. Huynh Tien Dung at dunghuynh@idhtrade.org.

How to apply

Interested candidates should send their CV/resume and application letter (in English), explaining your interest and capabilities for the position, to Ms. Iris van Oort, HR Officer, at jobs@idhtrade.org and copy to Vietnam@idhtrade.org before December 29th, 2019 mentioning “Application for Aquaculture Manager” in the subject line.

IDH, The Sustainable Trade Initiative Arthur van Schendelstraat 500, 3511 MH Utrecht P.O. Box 1241, 3500 BE UTRECHT, The Netherlands www.idhsustainabletrade.com

IDH Vietnam Office Room 401, B1 Building, Van Phuc Diplomatic Compound No. 298 Kim Ma, Ba Dinh, Hanoi

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Post Date: 11/9/2024 9:38:50 AM
Closing Date: 12/29/2024 12:00:00 AM