Fisheries and Dairy Value Chain Project Expert

About the role

The Fisheries and Dairy Value Chain Project Expert will lead the design and implementation of market-oriented livelihood interventions within a livelihoods programme supporting IDPs, refugees, and host communities across Somalia. The role involves providing technical guidance across fisheries and dairy sectors to strengthen value chains, build local capacity, and improve economic outcomes for vulnerable populations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fisheries, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Rural Development, Economics, or related field. Master's degree is an added advantage.

Skills

• Knowledge of full fish value chain: production, harvesting, processing, preservation, and marketing.
• Experience in aquaculture systems and fisheries-based enterprise development.
• Understanding of fish quality control standards, cold chain management, and food safety requirements.
• Sound knowledge of dairy production systems, including animal husbandry, feed management, and milk processing.
• Experience supporting dairy cooperative development and milk collection and aggregation systems.
• Familiarity with dairy product quality assurance protocols and private sector market linkage approaches.
• Ability to design and conduct comprehensive value chain assessments and market analyses.
• Skill in identifying systemic bottlenecks and value-addition opportunities within agricultural value chains.
• Experience developing viable business models, investment cases, and market linkage strategies.
• Track record supporting producer groups, cooperatives, and SMEs.
• Excellent written English; proven ability to produce high-quality technical reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Strong facilitation and training delivery skills.
• Fluency in English required; working knowledge of Somali highly desirable.