Office Executive - Agribusiness Projects

About the role

Brites Management Services is hiring a full-time Office Executive in Lavington within the agribusiness sector. The role covers project coordination, business development, research and documentation, and liaison with field teams, suppliers and clients.

Key responsibilities

• Understand project objectives and scope, and develop action plans, timelines and follow-up activities.
• Support new business and project opportunities through research, business concepts, presentations and product marketing models.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders so project activities stay aligned with business objectives and agreed timelines.
• Compile market, product, stakeholder and operational research into reports and business documents.
• Collect, organise and analyse data, reports, photos and videos from field teams and agents, and prepare progress reports, presentations and briefs.
• Work with field teams and agents on administrative support and timely submission of field information.
• Understand the product supply chain (sourcing, procurement, raw material movement, production and delivery) and support procurement of raw materials with suppliers.
• Maintain professional relationships with stakeholders, suppliers, clients, partners and field agents, and attend company meetings, presentations and project reviews.
• Manage records, follow-ups and updates to management.

Required profile

• Degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Project Management or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in project coordination, business development, operations, administration, research or a similar role.
• Experience with field teams, suppliers, clients or partners is an added advantage.
• Ability to prepare professional reports, presentations, proposals and business documents.
• Data collection, analysis, documentation and reporting experience is an added advantage.
• Experience in agriculture, agribusiness, supply chain, product development or field-based projects is an advantage.

Required skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Applications are sent by email with a CV; interviews are held on a rolling basis until the position is filled, and only shortlisted candidates are contacted.