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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Keycompetenciesandskills
Coursescompleted
References
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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)
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
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
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
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
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
John SiambareAgribusiness Professional