At Pure and Just we work to catalyse African potential through climate-smart agribusiness. Our flagship brand is Yvaya Farm Dried Fruit – a brand that seeks to make snacking on Ghana’s delicious, all-natural, tropical dried fruit a global norm. We strive to be a purpose driven business; generating sustainable income for those we work with, supporting healthy development of mind and body, and having a positive impact on the environment.

As an ideal candidate, you have a passion for bringing ideas to life and get satisfaction from seeing a job not just done, but also well done. You are a self-starter that understands how to work collaboratively, but can take initiative to identify challenges and solutions. You thrive in a dynamic environment where the job can look a little different every day.

What you’ll do:

This role is crucial in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and programs conducted by the company. The M&E Manager develops key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress, analyses data to identify areas for improvement, and implements strategies to optimise processes. Additionally, the Monitoring and Evaluation Manager collaborates with various departments to establish evaluation frameworks, conduct regular audits, and provide insightful reports to senior management, contributing significantly to the overall success and competitiveness of the business.

M&E Framework Development:

• Work with the CEO to design and/or update and implement a comprehensive M&E framework to assess and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to agribusiness operations and projects.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to identify measurable outcomes and develop data collection tools and methodologies.

Data Collection and Analysis:

• Oversee the collection of data through surveys, interviews, field visits, and other relevant methods.
• Analyse and interpret data to provide meaningful insights into the effectiveness of initiatives.
• Utilise statistical methods and software tools to analyse trends, patterns, and correlations within the data.

Report Generation:

• Produce regular and ad-hoc reports that communicate key findings, performance metrics, and recommendations to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop visually appealing and easy-to-understand reports that highlight the impact of agribusiness activities.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including agronomy, finance, human resources and operations, to gather relevant information and ensure alignment with overall business objectives.
• Collaborate with external partners, government agencies, and NGOs to enhance the credibility and scope of M&E activities.

Quality Assurance:

• Implement quality control measures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of collected data.
• Conduct regular evaluations of M&E processes and systems, recommending improvements for enhanced efficiency.

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in agriculture, agribusiness, agronomy, or a related field.
• Specialised education or training in production management, farm management, or agricultural economics is a plus.
• Proven experience in a production management role within the agribusiness sector and in-depth understanding of agribusiness production processes.
• Familiarity with the specific crops or livestock relevant to the agribusiness.
• Strong leadership and team management skills to oversee and motivate a diverse workforce.
• Knowledge of and commitment to quality control measures and safety regulations in agricultural production.
• Experience implementing and monitoring adherence to industry standards and certifications.
• Proficiency with MS Office and the Google Suite (esp. Google Spreadsheets and Google Docs)
• Fluent in Twi and/or Ga

Why Work with Us?

We are a young, dynamic start-up in the ever-growing agribusiness sector in Ghana. Working with us will be a rigorous experience that offers you plentiful networking and learning opportunities both in local and international markets.

Due to the nature of our work, funded travel outside of Accra is a strong possibility. We are a hard-working, motivated team committed to supporting the personal and career development of all team members and aim to give people the space and responsibility to grow.

The work week will typically be working Monday – Friday, but should have flexibility to assist with specific projects, shifts, or events on weekends. We look forward to welcoming a new person to our team.

Compensation:

• Gross salary: Ghs 5625/month + performance incentives.
• Health insurance and retirement plans.
• Group life insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.

NOTE: Only candidates selected to proceed to an interview will be contacted. Please do not send a follow-up.