Olam International was established in 1989 with 1 product in 1 country, trading cashew from Nigeria into India. Today we are a leading agri-business operating from seed to shelf in 65 countries, supplying food and industrial raw materials to over 13,800 customers worldwide. Our team of 23,000 employees has built a leadership position in many businesses inclu...
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Leading a project team, the incumbent will be expected to support the planning, implementation and monitoring and also review of aquaculture research and development initiatives in IFP Business.
Key Deliverables
Serve as a facilitator and supporter of coordination and communications about aquaculture and fisheries development projects in Nigeria, liaising with local partners, government agencies and other national institutions.
Provide senior administrative support to project implementation, including preparation and monitoring of partner agreements, work plans, and budgets.
Provide substantial technical and logistical guidance to field-based development and research activities on aquaculture and integrated systems of fish farming.
Requirements
Minimum University Degree in Associated Fisheries / Aquaculture related studies
Candidates should possess a minimum of 5 years of Aquaculture Project Management experience
Relevant professional qualifications are an added advantage
Experience of developing “green field” projects with high level of industry/sector experience
Excellent knowledge of the local aquaculture sector, with good links within the industry
Good technical understanding of aquaculture practices including scientific base knowledge; relating practical operational solutions to maximize production efficiencies
Good knowledge of delivery of quality to markets as related to the handling and processing of fish and shrimp products ensuring product demand in major markets
Good organizational skills, analytical approach, including ability to deliver technical and financial forecast, strong reporting capability
Strong previous track record in developing strategic ideas into viable project deliverables
Strong decision-making based on relevant data which may be scientifically based
Results oriented, good capacity to learn and to develop himself and others