TECHNO-COMMERCIAL OFFICER - ZAMBIA

POSITION SUMMARYReports to the Country Manager, the Techno-Commercial Officer is responsible for product development, registration and market development of innovative and unique products.The position will be based in Lusaka, Zambia.MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIESProduct Development and RegulatoryEvaluate and ensure that registration documents follow national and international standards.Package registration documents for submission with the government regulatory authorities to obtain experimental permits and products are registered as per development timeline.Coordinate with accredited researchers to develop trial protocols and ensure that researches are timely implemented and approved protocols are strictly followed.Ensure that permits, certificates and other documents are renewed and secured on time.All other duties assigned by the supervisor.Market DevelopmentPlans, develops and implements marketing programs for business partners.Analyzes provincial and national market information and trends and utilize market information and intelligence reports to develop business plans and strategies to expand product or market opportunities.Develops and conducts seminars for product launches and trainings of frontliners of business partners on the features, benefits, advantages, proper use, etc. of innovative and unique products.Collects industry information and maintains competitors and clients information databases, tracks market information needs, ongoing market strategies, and develops client profiles.All other duties assigned by the supervisor.EDUCATIONGraduate of bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Business Management or any related field.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSA minimum of 2 years’ experience in agrochemical industry with good understanding of product development and registration with the government regulatory agencies.Deep involvement in sales and marketing with vast network with the agrochemical distributors, dealers and retailers.Proficiency in relevant computer applications: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.Able to function independently; results oriented and detail oriented.Strong organizational and analytical skills, good attention to detail.Ability to problem solve and work as part of a team.Has a valid driver’s license.Fluent in English.SALARY AND BENEFITSCommensurate to the qualification