Commodity Based Trade (CBT) Manager

About the role

The Commodity Based Trade (CBT) Manager will lead the development, operationalisation and scaling of CBT systems for Botswana’s beef sector, focusing on communal rangelands and areas affected by Foot‑and‑Mouth Disease (FMD). Based in Gaborone, the role bridges policy and practice to enable safe market access for cattle producers.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement risk‑based trade systems that meet animal health, public health, traceability and market requirements.
• Collaborate with government agencies, producers, processors, traders, veterinary authorities and development partners to establish practical compliance mechanisms across the beef value chain.
• Support the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) and other authorities in refining CBT policies, protocols and operating standards.
• Translate national and international livestock policies into actionable programmes that deliver measurable trade, compliance and livelihood outcomes.
• Promote sustainable commodity‑based trade that aligns with Botswana’s livestock development, biodiversity conservation and rural livelihoods objectives.

Required profile

• Proven experience in livestock trade, animal health regulations or related agricultural sectors.
• Strong understanding of commodity‑based trade concepts and risk‑based market access mechanisms.
• Demonstrated ability to work with government bodies, development partners and private sector stakeholders.
• Experience in policy implementation and capacity‑building within rural or rangeland contexts.

Required skills