Aquaculture Market Development & Commercial Manager.

Aquaculture Market Development & Commercial Manager. Company: Vetsark Limited Location: Ajah, Lagos (On-site, with occasional travel) Employment Type: Full-time About the Role Vetsark is seeking an experienced, commercially driven professional to lead aquaculture market development, strategic partnerships, commercial growth, and project implementation. The ideal candidate must have strong experience in Nigeria's aquaculture sector, particularly in market development, fish sales and distribution, value chain development, and multi-stakeholder project management. This is not a fish farm management or production supervision role. Key Responsibilities Lead aquaculture access to market development projects, ensuring effective implementation and measurable commercial results. Drive fish sales, market expansion, buyer acquisition, and commercial growth. Develop strategic partnerships across the aquaculture value chain. Strengthen market linkages, supply chains, and commercial opportunities. Coordinate stakeholders, project teams, budgets, and performance targets. Identify and execute new business opportunities in the aquaculture sector. Monitor project performance, profitability, and reporting requirements. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Fisheries, Aquaculture, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the aquaculture sector , including at least 3 years in market development, commercial operations, or development project management. Proven experience managing aquaculture development programmes or multi-stakeholder initiatives. Demonstrated success in fish marketing, distribution, buyer acquisition, or agribusiness commercialisation. Strong knowledge of Nigeria's aquaculture markets and value chains. Excellent project management, business development, negotiation, and leadership skills. Experience with donor-funded aquaculture programmes is an added advantage. What We're Looking For A commercially-minded and results-oriented professional who can develop markets, build partnerships, drive profitable sales, and successfully execute aquaculture development projects. Candidates whose experience is primarily limited to fish farming or production supervision are unlikely to meet the requirements. Compensation Competitive salary plus performance-based incentives. How to Apply Interested candidates should submit their CV to hr@vetsark.com highlighting relevant aquaculture market development, commercial, and project management experience. <