Job Description
Location: Assin Fosu / Tepa
Industry: Agriculture / Community Development / Cocoa Sector
Employment Type: Full-Time
About SafeCrop
SafeCrop partners with cocoa farming communities to strengthen farmer cooperatives, improve sustainable agricultural practices, and build resilient rural economies. Our work is rooted in long-term community relationships, collaboration, and practical support that empowers farmers and cooperatives to thrive.
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Project Lead to oversee field operations, coordinate community engagement activities, and provide strategic leadership for agricultural development initiatives within cocoa-growing communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, implementation, and monitoring of community-based agricultural projects.
- Coordinate and supervise Project Officers and field activities across assigned operational areas.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with farmer cooperatives, community leaders, and key stakeholders.
- Support the development of sustainable cocoa farming practices and cooperative strengthening initiatives.
- Ensure project goals, timelines, and deliverables are achieved effectively.
- Monitor project performance and prepare periodic reports, updates, and impact assessments.
- Facilitate farmer training sessions, workshops, and community meetings.
- Identify operational challenges and develop practical solutions to improve project outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and safety standards.
- Represent SafeCrop professionally within assigned communities and stakeholder engagements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Rural Development, Development Studies, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience managing agricultural or community development projects.
- Strong understanding of cocoa farming systems and cooperative development is an advantage.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work closely with rural farming communities with empathy and professionalism.
- Strong organizational, reporting, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Willingness to live and work within assigned communities in Assin Fosu or Tepa.
Preferred Qualities
- Passion for sustainable agriculture and community empowerment.
- Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adapt to rural field conditions and dynamic work environments.
- Respectful, community-centered approach to farmer engagement.
How to apply: Interested and qualified candidates are to send their CV to info@safecropgh.org