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An experienced rural development and agribusiness specialist and project manager committed to the improvement of rural livelihoods through market-led and community supported actions. Key skills are in; sustainable production systems; innovation in agriculture; diversification and rural enterprises and their market environment; capacity building and community mobilisation; procurement and grants |
 Contact Peter Ross
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Area of Expertise: |
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Agriculture, Livelihoods, Microfinance, Rural
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Capacity Building, Training, Advocacy
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Environment, Climate, Energy, Water, Sanitation
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Fundraising, Business Development, Grants Writer
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Infrastructure, Technology, Engineering, Science
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Professional Experience: |
Leadership/Project Management
Team leader/project management (Ukraine 1994-5, Kazakhstan 2000, Mongolia 2004-6, India 2001-2 and Ghana 2000). Leading and motivating multi-disciplinary teams. Use of PCM tools for effective, results-based management and development of inclusive work plans.
Policy and Institutional Development
Policy advice to Government and local institutions on sustainable rural development (Mongolia 2004-6). Advised on strengthening local government planning and monitoring for rural sector (Philippines 2003/4). Advice to State Government on policy and legislation for the irrigated agriculture sector (India 2001-2).
Grants and Procurement
Development and management of a competitive grant scheme funding agricultural innovation. Use of value chain analysis and development domains to maximise impact on rural livelihoods (Papua New Guinea 2009-10). Management of grant schemes in India for water user associations (2001-2) and to support rural SMEs Mongolia (2004-6).
General and specific procurement assignments (UK/International 1975-84, Brussels 2009 and India 2003) and as part of project work in Ukraine (1994-5) and Mongolia (1999). International tender preparation (Ghana 1998-9). Contract management (India 2001-2 and Mongolia 2004-6). Procurement plan preparation (Libya 1988).
Sustainability and Food Security
Appraisal, promotion and adaptation of sustainable production systems (UK 1991-4, Botswana 1989, Kazakhstan and Mongolia 1999). Improved management of natural resources (Ghana 1998-9, India 2001-2 and Mongolia 2004-6). Targeting of food security through M&E and impact assessment systems (PNG 2009-10 and other projects).
Agribusiness
Management and economics of large and small scale agricultural production. Particular experience in the sugar sector and in agricultural mechanization and rural infrastructure. Project planning, feasibility and appraisal studies (UK and worldwide 1975-84, Sudan 1990, Libya 1988 and Zambia 1990). Irrigation scheme development, maintenance and management transfer (Ghana 1998-9, Mongolia 1999-00 and 2004-6, India 2001-2).
Community Mobilisation
Support and strengthening of producer organisations for new farmer associations (Ghana 1998-9). Identification of new funding and implementation partnerships for effective rural development (PNG 2009-10). Formation and support for new extension cooperatives (Mongolia 2004-6). Large scale community mobilisation and formation of water user associations (India 2001-2). Participatory land use planning for improved local and regional governance. Community-led planning and management of natural resources.
Innovation and Change
Identification, testing and dissemination of new technologies in agriculture (Sierra Leone 1984-5, Ukraine 1994-5, Kazakhstan and Mongolia 1996/2000). Assisting transition economies to introduce and adapt to market economies (Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Mongolia). New models of irrigation mana
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Education: |
Mr Peter Ross has over 25 years experience in agribusiness and rural development working in
the public and private sectors as consultant/specialist, in project management and as team leader. His education record is:
University of Reading, UK, 1986 & 1987 MSc and Diploma in Agricultural Economics
Silsoe College, UK, 1974 National Diploma in Agricultural Engineering,
Portsmouth Polytechnic, UK, 1973 Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering,
Following a national diploma in Mechanical Engineering and in order to follow an interest in overseas work, he completed a post-graduate course at Silsoe College (now Cranfield University) in Agricultural Engineering with a specialisation in Tropical Agricultural Mechanisation. This led to his first job as agricultural and transport engineer with an agribusiness company focused on sugar and overseas countries.
He later completed an MSc in agricultural economics which gave him the theoretical framework and tools to pursue his interests in the economic and financial aspects of farming systems, technology transfer and farm management. Following assignments in project design and appraisal, farm management and as feasibility study economist, Mr Ross joined the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food in the UK as consultant in their agricultural extension service (ADAS) during its transition from public to a commercial consultancy organisation.
He returned to independent consulting in 1994, working in FSU countries, Africa and Asia as specialist, project manager and team leader. The direction of his work also changed with increasing emphasis on market-led interventions and in seeking wider partnerships for achieving real impact on poverty and improving livelihoods. Also, the importance of improving the market environment to enable rural economies to act as motors of development, the need for increased producer organisation and the promotion of diversification and successful rural enterprises.
Mr Ross’s interest has always been in the transfer of knowledge and innovation generation, transfer and its adoption. He places high value on the personal learning opportunities of assignments and believes capacity building is part of the TOR for every assignment. He enjoys leading, motivating and mentoring staff.
He speaks English as his native tongue and also has abilities in Spanish, French, Russian and Bengali.
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Affiliations and Achievements: |
Member, Institution of Agricultural Engineers,
Incorporated Engineer (I.Eng). Associate Member, Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS).
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Available for: |
- Consulting assignments
- Job opportunities
- Being headhunted – make me an offer
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Years of Experience:
More than 20 years |
Highest Qualification:
Masters |
Languages:
English, French, Spanish, Russian, Bengali |
Nationality:
United Kingdom
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