The Plant Protection Industry Association of Romania (AIPROM) Chișinău Branch has an open position for a Project Coordinator. It is a full-time job based in Chișinău, Republic of Moldova. We are looking for a strong candidate with a scientific background, excellent communication and project management skills, and a true passion for agriculture.
The Romanian Association of the Plant Protection Industry (AIPROM) was established in 2002 and represents companies that develop, formulate, and repackage plant protection products used in agriculture and available on the Romanian market. AIPROM promotes the safe use of crop protection products within sustainable agriculture that balances ecological care for a diverse and healthy environment with the economic demands of farming. For more information about AIPROM, please visit http://www.aiprom.ro/ and https://www.facebook.com/aiprom/.
Since the majority of AIPROM members conduct businesses in the Republic of Moldova, AIPROM opened an office branch in Chișinău, Republic of Moldova, in 2024. The new role is located at the Chișinău branch and is under the management of the Moldova branch's leadership, comprising AIPROM's Board of Directors and the Administrator of the AIPROM branch.
```The project coordinator fulfills job-specific tasks related to AIPROM projects and collaborates with other stakeholders for the smooth operation of the office. Utilizing their knowledge and experience, he/she will implement the policies, guidelines, and priorities set by the AIPROM Board of Directors and Executive Members. This position reports to the AIPROM Administrator of the Bucharest branch at Chisinau.
a. The project coordinator is the interface between AIPROM Moldova branch, local operators, and stakeholders of stewardship projects (authorities, dealers, farmers, others).
He/she is responsible for the proper management of projects in Moldova through implementing Crop Life International regulations, instructions from the European Crop Protection Association (CropLife Europe), and expert advice from AIPROM, utilizing his/her knowledge of the local market.
The project coordinator provides guidance on all questions related to the implementation of plant protection product stewardship projects in Moldova, as well as other operational and logistical aspects to third parties. He/She supports projects by ensuring the effective and timely implementation of planned activities at the project sites and proactively providing suggestions for improvement.
Prepares reports on the project implementation progress and local market conditions when requested.
b. The project coordinator will support the implementation of AIPROM's communication and collaboration strategy. He/she will promote the stewardship projects implemented by AIPROM to farmers, dealers, and industry stakeholders as appropriate. He/she will collect feedback from industry stakeholders and propose ways to fulfill project requests if applicable. He/she will provide basic training about AIPROM and its projects and convey industry-agreed messages to farmers. He/She will communicate program-related information to the AIPROM Moldova branch Manager.
He/she is responsible for the proper management of resources and the necessary budget for fulfilling his/her duties, and for accurate record-keeping and reporting.
c. Relationships with authorities
He/she will maintain solid connections with relevant ministries and public institutions in Moldova concerning PPP industry affairs. He/she will collaborate with Moldovan agencies and authorities on legal matters related to the mission and implementation of the AIPROM Moldova project. He/she will facilitate and mediate meetings with relevant authorities and institutions as appropriate and requested by the management team.
d. Relationships with Moldovan input distributors
Responsible for relationships with distributors on behalf of AIPROM Moldova. Visits, assists, and consults with them regularly. Reports specific issues related to the above. He/She is familiar with the current conditions of the local market.
e. Relationships with partners in stewardship projects
Communicates with project partners and stakeholders for the efficient accomplishment of program activities. Helps prepare the activity plan, monitors fieldwork, and proposes revisiting project activities to ensure alignment with expected outcomes. Acts as a point of contact for partners in the field. Provides assistance with assessing project needs and developing and implementing strategies for performance improvement.
Other missions as requested by the leadership of AIPROM Romania Chișinău branch.
Other project promotion activities
§ Proposes marketing and communication activity plans for the projects managed by AIPROM according to the specific requirements of each project
§ Contributes to the implementation of the respective projects by developing and using the necessary communication tools
§ Coordinates with AIPROM staff and project stakeholders to best leverage the synergies between different projects
§ Updates project communication documentation in a timely manner
§ Strictly adheres to the approved budget and provides periodic reports
Other activities
§ Contributes to the establishment and periodic updating of a dedicated Facebook page for activities in Moldova
§ Participates in meetings alongside, or independently of, the Moldova branch Manager as needed
§ Documents meetings as necessary and promptly informs branch management
§ Ensures timely communication between relevant project structures. Collaborates with staff and assists in fulfilling project organizational tasks as requested.
§ He/she is responsible for communicating with local media to promote and highlight the activities of the branch.
Administrative and logistics activities
§ Provides assistance with office tasks as requested
§ Manages logistics for events and meetings related to the workplace
§ Oversees the maintenance of consumable inventory and recommends supplies as needed.
§ Ensures expenses adhere to AIPROM's procurement policies and targeted purposes
Coordinates the archiving of documents
```Competitive salary
Paid vacation leave
Annual performance bonus
Salary payment on a card in Moldovan currency
The salary is paid monthly on the 25th of the month
Office environment (variable depending on the time of the year) combined with field travel
