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• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic assessments of agri-hubs and SACCOs to identify their financial management and operational improvement needs.

• Provide tailored training and technical assistance to SACCOs and agri-hubs in areas such as financial record-keeping, management practices, marketing, and securing high-value Local Purchase Orders (LPOs).

• Participate in developing capacity-building programs that enhance the operational and financial capabilities of cooperatives and agri-hubs.

Credit Management Support

• Support SACCOs in developing and implementing robust credit appraisal, loan monitoring, and recovery systems.

• Assist in designing and developing loan products that are tailored to the specific needs of young entrepreneurs and aligned with targeted value chains.

• Provide ongoing support to SACCOs in managing and mitigating credit risks.

• Value Chain Financing and Marketing

• Contribute to developing and implementing strategies for value chain financing specifically targeted at cooperatives and agri-hubs to improve their access to finance.

• Offer handholding support to cooperatives and agri-hubs on the pathway to securing high-value LPOs and other lucrative market opportunities.

Commodity Finance

• Contribute to the development and implement financing strategies that specifically target commodity finance, enhancing access to capital for the purchase, storage, and marketing of agricultural commodities.

• Provide guidance and support to cooperatives and agri-hubs in structuring and managing commodity finance deals to optimize value chain outcomes.

• Facilitate partnerships with financial institutions and buyers to ensure the successful execution of commodity finance transactions.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Participate in engagements with local leaders and community stakeholders to build support for the project.

• Facilitate communication and collaboration between SACCOs, agri-hubs, and project participants to enhance access to finance.

• Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning

• Contribute to the project’s MEL activities by collecting and analyzing data, participating in assessments, and reporting on progress.

• Share insights and lessons learned to continuously improve the effectiveness of financial inclusion efforts.

• Prepare regular reports on the performance of the Revolving Fund and the overall impact of financial interventions and the overall impact of financial interventions.