Head, Investment Promotion Facilitation at Kaduna State Government

Job Descriptions

• Reporting to the Director;
• Leads KADIPA’s efforts in finance for investment from multilateral and bilateral development partners as well as private investors.
• Supports the building of internal capacity for investment project identification, evaluation, planning, execution and management
• Advises and assists in the establishment of a framework for monitoring and evaluating the progress of the State's strategic economic investment programmes and projects for effective implementation
• Supports the development & articulate clear growth and development strategies for providing needed support and appropriate incentives to grow the local private sector in the state
• Supports the development of a robust database of reputable prospective and potential investors both in Nigeria and abroad with a view to reaching out to them
• Leads the development and implementation of targeted and well-researched investment promotion activities including but not limited to tours and road shows aimed at promoting specific investment projects
• Conducts desk research on sustainable investment practices of foreign investors in some selected countries
• Drafts a guide, focusing on mainstream social and environmental investment practices in compliance with local and international standards
• Acknowledges and responds to enquiries in relation to fiscal incentives and other investment matters positively and promptly.
• Discusses and reviews with investors the feasibility of respective proposals and liase with stakeholders to advance the facilitation process
• Advises on business opportunities and progress of the business environment.
• Advises on government policies in relation to investment, promotion and the procedures to be followed by investors.
• Maintains a list of investment opportunities in various economic sector
• Any other duty as assigned.

Job Requirements

• First degree in Social Sciences or Humanities.
• Postgraduate qualification, such as MBA with specialisation in Marketing or Finance or professional qualification in Marketing is an added advantage.
• Eight (8) years of experience in investment promotion, banking, marketing or related fields
• Ability to conduct financial analysis including financial planning

Required Competencies:

• Solid experience and demonstrated knowledge on the general workings of IPA’s around the world.
• Fluency and strong communication skills in English, including ability to draft, proofread and edit correspondence.
• Technology and systems knowledge - Exhibits excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and proficiency of technology or / and systems relevant to functional area. Able to coach less experienced staff on relevant technology and systems.
• Institutional policies, processes, and procedures - Demonstrates relevant functional knowledge and understanding of institutional priorities, policies, operational and administrative procedures, and people. Able to practically apply and guide others in policy application.