Theme 2 Coordinator (Postharvest and Agro-Processing Extension) at Sasakawa Africa Association

Scope of Work
The Theme Coordinator works under the supervision of the Thematic Director (Postharvest and Agro-processing Extension) and the Country Director, and is tasked to:

• Conduct and analyze baseline surveys on the status of postharvest and agroprocessing technologies in each country.
• Analyze and develop an extension program to promote agro-processing industry in his/her country of assignment.
• Implement and manage the extension program including monitoring progress and ensuring timely completion of programmed activities.
• Analyze and report sri economic feasibility of various postharvest and agro-processing options for promotion tofarmers and processors.
• Mobilize and train agro-processors, especially rural women farmers, on value-adding and market-oriented processes.
• Promote extension services and provide feedback among thematic colleagues and to partners from other agencies through presentations, reports and dialogues.
• Monitor and report on impact of postharvest and agro-processing technology extension.
• Work with stakeholders, including policy-makers, in identifying markets and to establish market-support systems for improved access by farmers and processors.
• Write project proposals and reports for meeting and strategy planning in consultation with the Thematic Director, and prepare background briefings for developing the thematic program in the country.
• Maintain up to date report files.
• Design and prepare pack training packages (leaflets, handouts, etc.) fo’ use by farmers/processors-
• Additional assignments as directed by the Supervisors,

Qualifications

• The candidate must possess a Master of Science (MSc) degree on Postharvest Management, Food Technology or Rural Development, or other related technical discipline.
• At least 10 years professional/work experience with research and extension organization preferably in the development and promotion of postharvest and agro-processing technologies.
• Must have a knowledge of technologies and processes that adds value to agricultural produce.
• Has knowledge on markets and market networks for agricultural produce.
• Has proven initiative and leadership skills.
• Has the ability to write technical reports.
• Demonstrate competence in a variety of computer applications, including database, spreadsheet and word processing programs.
• Willing to do extensive field work.

Conditions and Remuneration

• Contract for one year, with possibility of extension depending on performance and
• availability of funds.
• Duty station is Kano, with frequent travel within the country.
• Salary based on the organization scale