Ongoing Recruitment at Kogi State Government (Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources)

Overall Function and Responsibilities of the Position

• The State Project Coordinator (SPC) is responsible for the coordination of Project activities in the State, as well as managing the Agro-Processing.
• Productivity Enhancement and Livelihood Support Office.

Specific Duties of the Position

• Head the secretariat of the State Steering Committee (SSC).
• Overall implementation of Project within the State.
• Supervise staff of state office.
• Liaise with other relevant programmes and technical departments in the State,
• Oversees contracting of support staff and consultants, particularly Agro-Processing Service Providers.
• Ensure timely reporting and quality of reports to NPC/SSC

Qualifications and Experience Required

• M.Sc, degree or equivalent in Agriculture. Agricultural Economics, Economics or other relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years post-qualification experience, including at least 3 years in a management position.
• Proven track record in the field of agriculture or rural development.
• Good writing skills and computer literacy will be an advantage.
• Fluency in local language is a major advantage.

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Overall Function and Responsibilities of the Position

• Under the supervision of the State Project Coordinator respectively, the incumbent will coordinate the procurement of all goods, works and services financed under the project.

Specific Duties of the Position

• Preparation of procurement plans for implementation of the project.
• Prepare Bidding documents.
• Responsible for day-to-day procurement activities as contained in the PIM.
• Update and implement the procurement manual.
• Initiate procurement and training workshops.
• Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the State Project Coordinator.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• A first degree or HND in Engineering, Purchasing and Supply, Administration or other relevant qualification.
• Possession of higher degree will be an added advantage.
• At least 5 years of post-qualification experience in procurement for developmental projects.

Competence:

• Demonstrated competence in procurement under externally assisted projects with specific experience in IDA/Donor funded agency.
• Ability to communicate and write effectively and Computer literacy.

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Overall Function and Responsibilities of the Position

• Under the supervision of the State Project Coordinator respectively, the incumbent will be responsible for generation of project specific information on progress, processes and performance.
• Analyses and aggregation of data generated at various levels to track progress, process quality and project sustainability.
• S/He will also document and disseminate feedback and key lessons learnt to relevant users and stakeholders.

Specific Duties of the Position

• Implement monitoring and evaluation of results and impact of the project
• Track performance indicators and develop operational arrangements for collecting, analyzing. and reporting project data feeding into the result framework
• Develop Management Information System (MIS) for the project.
• Conduct impact evaluation and beneficiary assessments.
• Produce and disseminate periodic progress reports. Undertake relevant surveys as may be required.
• Assist the State Project Coordinator in the preparation of Work plan and Budget.
• Initiate Project M&E workshops and training for Project Officers.
• Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the State Project Coordinator.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Masters’ degree in Agricultural Economics, Economics, Statistics, Agricultural Extension or other relevant degree.
  PhD’s degree is an added advantage
• At least 5 years of post-qualification experience in Planning. Monitoring and Evaluation of developmental projects
• Excellent knowledge of statistics and research methodology including skills in sampling techniques and use of computer software for statistical and other relevant applications;
• Ability to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders;
• Demonstrated ability in report writing and presentation

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Function and Responsibilities

• The incumbent under guidance of SPC will coordinate and identify improved agro-processing technologies which are apt for all processing activities of all the crops, livestock and fisheries supported under this project.
• The incumbent will further work on dissemination and follow- up on identified agro-processing technologies.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• First degree in Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural mechanization, Agronomy, Food technology, Agricultural Economics, and other related disciplines.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in agribusiness, agro processing and supply chain management
• Previous experience in value chain development including vertical and horizontal coordination of farmers group and backward integration
• Ability to build partnership with technology innovation centers, agro-allied commercial technology businesses and financial institutions

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Function 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, eouioment 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 adviso& 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

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Function and Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of SPC, the specialist will coordinate women and youth livelihood support activities under the project.
• The incumbent will further work with the project team to ensure gender main streaming in the project.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• A minimum of Master's degree in Agricultural Economics, MBA, Economics, Sociology, Gender and Development Studies, and other related disciplines
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in development projects (with livelihood components)
• Experienced in participatory stakeholder consultation and engagement
• Demonstrated ability to mobilise group for action e.g. group formation, credit administration or social action
• Excellent facilitation skills and experience in preparing and reviewing business plans or proposal
• Good knowledge of social development’safeguard issues such as gender and youth policies & issues
• Strong knowledge of computer applications including Geo-enabling or Geographical Information System skill is an added advantage
• Experience in coordinating stakeholder feedback or inquiries

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Function and Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of SPC, the specialist will develop and implement communication strategy, and programs, and other IEC materials for the project

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Master’s degree in Development Communications, Mass Communication, MBA, Agricultural Extension, and related discipline
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in development communication
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to prepare multimedia content e.g. features, articles, press releases, blog etc
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain partnerships with media organization
• Well-developed understanding of social media and digital communications.
• Communications experience in a private or public sector environment highly regarded.
• Experience with Content Management Systems
• Manage and maintain the website in collaboration with ICT/MIS officer
• Responding to media queries