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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span style='color:#222222'>Dear Candidates,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white;font-variant-ligatures: normal;font-variant-caps: normal;orphans: 2;text-align:start;widows: 2;-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;text-decoration-style: initial;text-decoration-color: initial;word-spacing:0px'><span style='color:#222222'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white;font-variant-ligatures: normal;font-variant-caps: normal;orphans: 2;text-align:start;widows: 2;-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;text-decoration-style: initial;text-decoration-color: initial;word-spacing:0px'><span style='color:#222222'>We are looking for potential talents with strong skills for below position:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white;font-variant-ligatures: normal;font-variant-caps: normal;orphans: 2;text-align:start;widows: 2;-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;text-decoration-style: initial;text-decoration-color: initial;word-spacing:0px'><span style='color:#222222'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white;font-variant-ligatures: normal;font-variant-caps: normal;orphans: 2;text-align:start;widows: 2;-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;text-decoration-style: initial;text-decoration-color: initial;word-spacing:0px'><span style='color:#222222'>Vacancy: </span><b><span style='font-size:13.0pt;color:#203864'>Value Chain and Market Development Consultant</span></b><span style='color:#222222'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white;font-variant-ligatures: normal;font-variant-caps: normal;orphans: 2;text-align:start;widows: 2;-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;text-decoration-style: initial;text-decoration-color: initial;word-spacing:0px'><span style='color:#222222'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white;font-variant-ligatures: normal;font-variant-caps: normal;orphans: 2;text-align:start;widows: 2;-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;text-decoration-style: initial;text-decoration-color: initial;word-spacing:0px'><span style='color:#222222'> </span><span class=fontstyle01>Fresh Studio</span><span class=fontstyle01><span style='color:black'>, the leading agriculture consulting and R&D firm of Southeast Asia is looking for a Value</span></span><b><span style='font-family:"Calibri-Bold",serif;color:black'> <span class=fontstyle01><span style='color:black'>Chain and Market Development Consultant to complete our consulting team.</span></span><br><br></span></b><span class=fontstyle21><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span class=fontstyle21>We are a consultancy firm that cares about agriculture - from the farmers that depend upon it for their</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>livelihoods to the consumers that appreciate its sustenance and quality. At Fresh Studio, sustainable</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>development and impact are not just jargon, but are the driving force behind our efforts. Our mission is</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>to make our clients successful in the sustainable production and marketing of food. Since 2006, we have</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>worked closely with our clients to achieve this mission and assist our clients to improve practices across</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>the value chain, from farm to fork.</span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span style='color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span class=fontstyle21>Over the past ten years we have built a multicultural team of experienced and talented professionals that</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>share our mission, vision and values. As a growing business, we continue to look for dynamic and self-motivated individuals that can contribute to our team and add value for our projects and clients.</span><span style='color:black'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span style='color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span class=fontstyle21>To further increase our positive impact on the agribusiness sector of Southeast Asia, we are looking for a</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle01><span style='color:black'>Value Chain and Market Development Consultant </span></span><span class=fontstyle21>to be based in our Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi office.</span><span style='color:black'><br><br></span><span class=fontstyle01><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span class=fontstyle01>The ideal applicant </span><span class=fontstyle21>is a self-motivated individual with high potential to discover novel insights in all socioeconomic and financial aspects of agriculture value chains – from production to processing and trade.</span><span style='color:black'><br><br></span><span class=fontstyle21><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span class=fontstyle21>You enjoy variety in your work and seek the opportunity to better understand the systems and processes</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>that deliver safe and quality food from the farm to your fork. As a consultant you are excited by the</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>challenge of mastering new topics, enjoying the process of gathering data, through both qualitative and</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>quantitative methods, analyzing this data and then providing recommendations on key challenges and</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>potential solutions to those challenges. The scope of work covers all agricultural sectors and all stages of</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>food chains: from input supply, primary production to processing, trade, and consumption. As part of the</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>multi-disciplinary Fresh Studio team, you will play a key role in applying these insights to change product</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>chains into value chains.</span><span style='color:black'><br><br></span><span class=fontstyle21><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span class=fontstyle21>For more information about Fresh Studio, visit our website </span><span class=fontstyle21><span style='color:blue'>http://www.freshstudio.vn.</span></span><span style='color:blue'><br><br></span><span class=fontstyle01><span style='color:#EA1378'><o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span class=fontstyle01><span style='color:#EA1378'>Duties and responsibilities<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><b><span style='font-family:"Calibri-Bold",serif;color:#EA1378'><br></span></b><span class=fontstyle21>- Work in a multi-disciplinary team to analyze the structure, conduct and performance of various</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>food chains, ultimately turning the insights gained into concrete proposals of actions that can be</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>implemented to improve the chain.</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Analyze the characteristics and financial performance of all actors in a food chain, from input</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>supply till final consumption, identifying strengths and weaknesses that can lead to future</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>performance improvements.</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Conduct cost benefit analysis on investments that aim to upgrade product chains to value chains.</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Undertake market and sector studies that will provide insights in the structure, conduct and</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>performance of certain markets.</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Monitor assigned agricultural sectors, including assessing trends that affect agricultural</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>production, distribution, and consumption.</span><br><span class=fontstyle21>- Build an extensive network among farmers, traders, companies, government authorities, and</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>financial institutions to stay informed about agricultural developments.</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Support the business development department in client management processes</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Implement the assigned work plan in a professional, independent and timely manner</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Support project leaders in administrative tasks and logistics</span><span style='color:black'><br><br></span><span class=fontstyle01><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span class=fontstyle01>Experience:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><b><span style='font-family:"Calibri-Bold",serif;color:#FF0066'><br></span></b><span class=fontstyle21>- At least 3 years of professional experience in agriculture, consulting, sustainable development or</span><span style='color:black'> </span><span class=fontstyle21>a related field</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Experience in qualitative and/or quantitative research methodologies</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Experience in project management</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Experience in client relationship management</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Experience in marketing and/or agriculture a plus<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle01>Special Skills required:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><b><span style='font-family:"Calibri-Bold",serif;color:#FF0066'><br></span></b><span class=fontstyle21>- Strong analytical skills</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Strong presentation skills</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Excellent both in oral and written English, fluency in Vietnamese a plus.</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Excellent organizing and planning skills as well as high level of attention to detail</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Able to work independently while being a team player with a hands-on mentality</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Fluency in office software</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Advantage if fluent in other research software (i.e. : SPSS, R etc.)</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Professional attitude</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Result driven</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Passion for sustainable food</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Proactive and a positive thinker</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Eager to learn and discover</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>- Available to travel to field work sites across Vietnam and/or the region<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle01>Education:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><b><span style='font-family:"Calibri-Bold",serif;color:#FF0066'><br></span></b><span class=fontstyle31>4 </span><span class=fontstyle21>MSc degree in Economics, Agriculture, Management or an analytical related field of study</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle31>4 </span><span class=fontstyle21>Bachelor’s degree will be considered, if accompanied by significant experience in a relevant area</span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span class=fontstyle21>of work</span><span style='color:black'><br><br></span><span class=fontstyle21><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span class=fontstyle21><b>If this sounds like the role for you then please send your motivation letter and a CV detailing your</b></span><b><span style='color:black'><br></span></b><span class=fontstyle21><b>qualifications and previous experience to: </b></span><span class=fontstyle21><b><span style='color:blue'>yourcareer@freshstudio.vn.</span></b></span><b><span style='color:#222222'><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white;font-variant-ligatures: normal;font-variant-caps: normal;orphans: 2;text-align:start;widows: 2;-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;text-decoration-style: initial;text-decoration-color: initial;word-spacing:0px'><span style='color:#222222'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='background:white;font-variant-ligatures: normal;font-variant-caps: normal;orphans: 2;text-align:start;widows: 2;-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;text-decoration-style: initial;text-decoration-color: initial;word-spacing:0px'><span style='color:#222222'>Best regards,</span><span style='color:#222222'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='font-variant-ligatures: normal;font-variant-caps: normal;orphans: 2;text-align:start;widows: 2;-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;text-decoration-style: initial;text-decoration-color: initial;word-spacing:0px'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width=577 style='width:432.6pt;border-collapse:collapse'><tr><td width=114 valign=top style='width:85.25pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><img width=83 height=62 style='width:.8645in;height:.6458in' id="Picture_x0020_2" src="cid:image001.png@01D4FB88.4485F220" alt="cid:image004.png@01D0BFC9.763CC450"><o:p></o:p></span></p></td><td width=217 valign=top style='width:162.8pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></td><td width=246 valign=top style='width:184.55pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:windowtext'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></td></tr><tr 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