Organization: Moyee Coffee (Ethiopia)
Industry: Coffee Agriculture / Agribusiness
Location: Addis Ababa (with travel to coffee-growing regions)
Role Category: Senior Finance / Strategic Business Partnering
About Moyee Coffee
Moyee Coffee is the first multinational coffee roasting company based in Ethiopia, boasting a seamlessly integrated operation that spans the entire value chain—from cultivation and washing stations to roasting and global consumption. We are dedicated to a “FairChain” approach that keeps more value within the country of origin.
About the Job
The Finance Business Partner plays a critical role in managing the financial health of our coffee farming operations. This isn’t just a “numbers” role; it involves a sophisticated blend of financial modeling, strategic relationship building, and hands-on controlling within the context of coffee agriculture. You will act as the bridge between the farm management team and our overall business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Management & Modeling
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Agricultural Forecasting: Develop financial models and budgets specifically for coffee farming, accounting for variables like production costs, seasonal cycles, and market trends.
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Performance Metrics: Monitor ROI, cost of production per kilogram, and profitability per specific washing station or crop cycle.
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Controls: Implement procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and global best practices in agribusiness finance.
2. Partnership & Strategic Development
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Negotiation: Lead terms and agreements for financing arrangements, investment opportunities, and supply contracts.
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Innovative Finance: Collaborate with partners on solutions like pre-harvest financing, forward contracts, and impact investing to enhance farm sustainability.
3. Risk Management & Mitigation
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Volatility Assessment: Mitigate risks associated with market volatility, weather patterns, and supply chain disruptions.
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Protection Strategies: Implement hedging, specialized agricultural insurance, and diversification of revenue streams to safeguard the farm’s interests.
4. Stakeholder Engagement
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Internal Alignment: Work closely with farm managers and operations staff to align financial goals with field realities.
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External Trust: Build transparent relationships with suppliers and external partners to foster collaborative financial growth.
About You
1. Education & Experience
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Degree: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
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Proven Track Record: Experience in financial management is essential, with a strong preference for candidates from Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related sectors.
2. Technical & Soft Skills
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Analytical Prowess: Ability to interpret complex agricultural data and make data-driven decisions.
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Negotiation: Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
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Coffee Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with coffee supply chain dynamics, market trends, and agronomic practices is highly desirable.
3. Values & Travel
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Ethical Commitment: A dedicated focus on social responsibility and sustainable development goals.
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Mobility: Willingness to travel to coffee-growing regions for in-person engagement as needed.
Core Required Skill
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Strong Financial Analysis: Mastery of agricultural cost-accounting and ROI modeling.
How To Apply
Interested candidates meeting the required qualifications are invited to submit their application before the closing date.
Submission Checklist:
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Updated CV.
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Detailed Application Letter.
Guidelines:
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Subject Line: You MUST mention “Finance Business Partner – Coffee Farm” in the subject line.
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Process: Due to application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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To apply for this job email your details to recruitmentmoyeegroup@gmail.com
