JOB DETAILS:
Role Overview
The Field Manager position is a full-time in-country role reporting directly to the Branch Manager and overseeing a field team. The responsibilities include but are not limited to:
● Directly manage all company field staff (Buyers, Field Officers, Senior Field Officers, and inspectors), including schedules, work assignments, and follow-ups
● Supervise and monitor procurement activities
● Training of farmers and training of trainers on agronomy and organic practices
● Management of buyer performance and fresh cocoa quality
● Planning and managing collection days, including pricing, harvest estimates, transport and weight management
● Manage certification activities for 4,000 farmers, including contracting, surveys,
trainings, inspections, office documentation, and annual audit
● Implementation of Latitude partner programs – agroforestry, financial literacy, digital payments, etc.

● Contribute to strategy around establishment of new collection areas for buying fresh cocoa
● Regularly visit LTC farmers, communities and collection areas

● Proposing community development initiatives that will benefit both the company and its farmers
● Hosting of the company customers, investors, donors and development partners as necessary

Qualifications
● Several years of experience working in field operations, preferably within the
agricultural, cocoa, or food production industry.
● Proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role, demonstrating leadership and team management skills.
● Ability to lead and motivate a team, manage conflicts, and make decisive decisions.
● Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with team
members, stakeholders, and senior management.
● Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
● Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address operational challenges.
● Knowledge of Organic, Fair Trade, and UTZ certification programs
● Previous experience overseeing field activities and trainings
● Willingness to live and work in rural area for extended periods

Remuneration & Benefits
● Competitive monthly salary
● Personal health expense coverage
● 21 days of annual leave plus public holidays
● Coverage of all work-related travel