Business Development Officer (Re-announced)

The Agricultural Development Fund (ADF) will act as a second-tier wholesale lending institution that will lend to intermediaries in the agricultural value chain, who will then on-lend to small commercial farmers, defined as farmers with 1-30 hectares. ADF is capitalized by a $100 million grant provided by the United States Government to the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan to increase lending to the agriculture sector to create a more competitive agriculture sector through expanded agricultural production and increased incomes for agricultural households. ADF will lend directly and indirectly to banks, non-bank financial institutions, credit unions, microfinance institutions and non-financial intermediaries such as private farmer associations, farm stores, agricultural depots, food processors, agribusinesses and other market participants and informal providers of finance that support the development of agricultural value chains in Afghanistan and can enhance the supply of agricultural credit to the end-borrowers at the farm level. Until it transitions to the Government of Afghanistan in 2014, the ADF is managed by the Agriculture Credit Enhancement (ACE) program a USAID contract.

• To identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities that contribute to organizational growth.
• To support partnership development and client relationship management efforts.
• To contribute to achieving revenue targets and strategic objectives.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and potential clients.
• Conduct market research and analyze industry trends to identify growth opportunities.
• Maintain and update a pipeline of prospective clients and partners.
• Support the development and implementation of business development plans.

·       Assist in the preparation of proposals, bids, and concept notes.

·       Coordinate with technical and finance teams to compile required documentation.

• Support pricing preparation and cost analysis processes.
• Follow up on submitted proposals and maintain communication with prospective clients.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Represent the organization in meetings, networking events, and industry forums as assigned.
• Support negotiation and finalization of agreements under supervision.

·       Maintain regular communication with existing clients to ensure satisfaction.

·       Address client inquiries and escalate issues when necessary.

·       Support retention strategies and repeat business initiatives.

·       Prepare periodic business development reports and updates.

·       Track leads, sales activities, and performance indicators.

·       Provide market intelligence to support strategic decision-making.

·       Any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor

·       A bachelor's degree in (Management, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Marketing & Sales) or relevant to Business Development.

·       1-year practical working experience in any sort of business.

·       Minimum of 1 to 2 years’ experience in equivalent or similar positions.

·       Experience of working in financial services, banks, government & non-governmental entities, logistical, or any other private sectors.

·       Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

·       Ability to identify new business opportunities and develop client relationships.

·       Good market research and analytical skills. Ability to carry out administrative activities.

All interested qualified applicants are encouraged to send their CV and Cover Letter indicating the position title, region name (Herat) and vacancy number (ADF- 282 ) in the subject line before the closing date to the below email address.