Supply Chain Linkages Specialist (Cashew Program) - WEECAP/Winrock - Senegal

Supply Chain Linkages Specialist / Spécialiste des Liens de la Chaîne d’Approvisionnement - WEECAP Cashew Program (Senegal)

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About WEECAP / Winrock International

The Women’s Economic Empowerment through Cashew Processing Program (WEECAP), implemented by Winrock International and funded by the Mastercard Foundation, is a five-year initiative transforming the West African cashew sector in Côte d’Ivoire, Guinea-Bissau, and Senegal. WEECAP aims to align inclusion and competitiveness to capture global demand, attract investment, and create 330,000 jobs for young women and men by connecting suppliers, structuring value chains, and mobilizing financial solutions.

Position Overview (Job Summary)

The WEECAP program seeks a Consultant - Supply Chain Linkages Specialist based in Senegal. This crucial role focuses on strengthening market connections, improving efficiency, and ensuring sustainable sourcing within the cashew value chain. The consultant will be responsible for developing strategic plans, analyzing market trends, facilitating stakeholder engagement (processors, producers, buyers), supporting compliance with traceability and certification standards, and reporting on key performance indicators. The specialist will act as a key interlocutor to improve access to raw materials and enhance overall value chain linkages.

Job Identification: 8029313002

Organisation: WEECAP / Winrock International

Location: Senegal (assumed base in Dakar)

Contract Type: Consultant

Remuneration: Competitive, based on experience. (Estimated range for similar roles: XOF 1,500,000 - XOF 2,500,000 per month, subject to negotiation and local scales).

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning: Develop a work plan with tangible goals and timelines to establish linkages among cashew stakeholders in Senegal.
• Market System Development & Supply Chain Strengthening: Analyze market trends, identify new business opportunities, and strengthen existing interventions to enhance supply chain efficiency and sustainability.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Development: Establish and maintain relationships with cashew processors, producer organizations, buyers, equipment manufacturers, and service providers. Coordinate with government agencies, NGOs, and the private sector.
• Traceability & Certification Compliance: Implement and oversee traceability systems and support stakeholders in obtaining relevant certifications (e.g., organic, fair trade, food safety).
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Conduct diagnostics and assessments, track KPIs, and prepare reports to communicate findings and recommendations.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience:

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Agribusiness, Economics, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in agricultural supply chains, preferably in the cashew sector.
• Experience working in Senegal’s agricultural sector, particularly in cashew processing and sourcing.
• Familiarity with regional trade dynamics and market access strategies for cashew.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret market trends and production data.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and partnership development.
• Knowledge of traceability systems, certifications, and food safety standards.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a preference for structured presentations and visual representations.

Description en français

À propos de WEECAP

Le programme Women’s Economic Empowerment through Cashew Processing (WEECAP) est une initiative de cinq ans, soutenue par la Fondation Mastercard et déployée en Côte d’Ivoire, en Guinée-Bissau et au Sénégal. WEECAP transforme la filière anacarde ouest-africaine en alignant inclusion et compétitivité pour capter la demande mondiale, attirer l’investissement et ouvrir de nouvelles opportunités économiques aux jeunes femmes et hommes.

Principales responsabilités :

• Planification stratégique: Élaborer, en collaboration avec le Directeur Régional de la Compétitivité et de la Chaîne d’Approvisionnement, un plan de travail avec des objectifs concrets.
• Développement du système de marché et renforcement de la chaîne d’approvisionnement: Analyser les tendances, renforcer les interventions et faciliter l’engagement des parties prenantes.
• Engagement des parties prenantes et développement de partenariats: Établir et maintenir des relations avec les transformateurs, les organisations de producteurs et les acheteurs.
• Conformité en matière de traçabilité et de certification: Mettre en œuvre des systèmes de traçabilité et soutenir les certifications.
• Analyse des données et rapports: Réaliser des diagnostics, suivre les KPI et préparer des rapports.

Qualifications :

• Licence ou Master en Gestion de la Chaîne d’Approvisionnement, Agroalimentaire, Économie ou domaine connexe.
• Minimum 5 ans d’expérience dans les chaînes d’approvisionnement agricoles, de préférence dans la filière cajou.

Winrock is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal treatment for all people. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by law.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline. Please check the application link for status.

Send your application to weecap.hr@winrock.org or apply via the Winrock Careers Portal link below.