John Siambare
Agribusiness Professional
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Business and Markets Development Officer (Consultant)
CIRAD (French Agricultural Institution for International Development)
Binga District, Zimbabwe
02.2023 - Current
- Facilitate business development and collaboration with market players and the private sector
- Develop value chains around Livestock and Non-Timber Forest Products (Baobab, Honey, Tamarind)
- Train beneficiaries/Government Stakeholders in marketing and business management
- Support product development, branding, and labelling (Livestock, Honey & NTFP)
- Provide technical advice and support to project teams in Zimbabwe and Zambia
- Identify potential bottlenecks and risks in value chains and suggest mitigation actions.
Agronomist
ActionAid Zimbabwe International
Mbire District, Zimbabwe
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Train beneficiaries in marketing and business management
- Facilitate Livelihoods programming relevant to agriculture production, food and nutrition security, and market-informed value chain selection
- Develop market linkages and improve access to services through private-sector engagement
- Research and promote sustainable and resilient agricultural livelihood approaches such as Agroecology and Climate Smart Agriculture.
Project Officer (Sustainable Agricultural Livelihoods)
Practical Action Southern Africa
Gwanda District, Zimbabwe
01.2015 - 12.2020
- Facilitate value chain selection and provide technical support to project teams
- Conduct field monitoring and document project progress
- Manage district program activities, ensuring alignment with budgets and timelines
- Work with government departments to expand sustainable market linkages.
Agricultural Livelihoods Project Officer
Caritas Zimbabwe Bulawayo
Matobo District, Zimbabwe
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Facilitate livelihood promotion and build capacities within programs and communities
- Collaborate with the MEAL team for program impact data collection
- Provide training in crop production, post-harvest handling, and storage facilities
- Develop climate resilience initiatives and engage in private-public partnerships.
Livelihoods Project Officer
Environment Africa
Lupane and Hwange Districts, Zimbabwe
06.2011 - 12.2013
- Develop and implement marketing strategies for livelihood projects
- Manage food security projects through sustainable agriculture techniques
- Facilitate income generation and market linkages for women and vulnerable children
- Study environmental factors affecting crop production and identify market linkages.
Education
Master of Science Degree in Development Studies -
National University of Science and Technology (N.U.S.T)
05.2019
Bachelor of Science Degree in Agribusiness -
Solusi University
11.2011
Skills
- Proposal Development
- Staff Management
- Budget Forecasting
- Fundraising expertise
- Donor Relations
- Marketing
- Strategic Thinking
- Community Networking
- Partnership Development
- Market Research
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Tonga
Proficient
C2
Shona
Proficient
C2
Ndebele
Proficient
C2
Keycompetenciesandskills
- Strong expertise in agribusiness, rural development, and climate change resilience.
- Proven ability to coordinate sustainable agricultural livelihoods and market development.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.
- Experienced in project planning, gender-conscious management, and safeguarding practices.
- Skilled in data collection, analysis, and report writing with a focus on rural community development.
- Strategic thinker with a servant leadership mentality and a commitment to capacity building.
Coursescompleted
- Climate Governance, Diplomacy and Negotiations Leadership Program, AGNES, 01/22
- SHEA & Safeguarding Certificate, ActionAid International Zimbabwe, 01/21
- Outcome Monitoring Survey using ODK Software, ActionAid International Zimbabwe, 01/21
- Gender Action Learning (GALS) in Value Chain Development, Practical Action, 01/19
- Protection Mainstreaming, Trocaire - Government of Ireland, 01/16
- Understanding Climate Change Certificate, Bureau of International Information Programs, U.S Department of State YALI, 01/15
- Holistic Management of Rangeland and Livestock, Trocaire - Government of Ireland, 01/15
- Sustainable Livelihoods and Role of Agribusiness in Farming, Solusi University, 01/09
References
- Mr. Mthokozisi Dlodlo, Site Team Leader - Zimbabwe & Zambia, CIRAD Zimbabwe (Agricultural Research for Development), +263773251246, mthokozisi.dlodlo@cirad.fr, mdlodlo20@gmail.com
- Dr. Edmore Hungwe, District Team Leader, Action Aid Zimbabwe International, +263774728436, edhungwe@gmail.com
- Dr. Mkhokheli Sithole, Natural Resource Management Coordinator, AMALIMA LOKO Programme, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, +263773456099, m.sithole@dabane.org, mkhokhelisithole@gmail.com
- Mrs. Melody Makumbe, Projects Manager, Practical Action Southern Africa, +263772748429, +263717645276, melodykwanayi@gmail.com
Timeline
Business and Markets Development Officer (Consultant)
CIRAD (French Agricultural Institution for International Development)
02.2023 - Current
Agronomist
ActionAid Zimbabwe International
02.2021 - 12.2022
Project Officer (Sustainable Agricultural Livelihoods)
Practical Action Southern Africa
01.2015 - 12.2020
Agricultural Livelihoods Project Officer
Caritas Zimbabwe Bulawayo
01.2014 - 12.2014
Livelihoods Project Officer
Environment Africa
06.2011 - 12.2013
Master of Science Degree in Development Studies -
National University of Science and Technology (N.U.S.T)
Bachelor of Science Degree in Agribusiness -
Solusi University
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