Productivity Enhancement Specialist at Cross River State Government

Functions and Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of State Project Coordinator, the incumbent will coordinate and Identify productivity enhanced inputs, equipment and machines for all production nodes of value chains supported under this project.
• The incumbent will disseminate and follow-up on adoption of the improved inputs, equipment and machine.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Master's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Mechanization and other related disciplines
• Experience working with agro-input or advisory services companies, research institute or CG center.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in technology dissemination projects
• Ability to build partnership with research centers, extension organizations and technology innovation centers and agro-allied commercial technology businesses
• Clear understanding of cropping calendar, weather information and climate smart agricultural practices.
• Excellent understanding of value chain analysis, development and Good Agricultural Practices.