African Agricultural Technology Foundation Jobs in Nigeria: Recruitment for Programme Officer

African Agricultural Technology Foundation Jobs in Nigeria: Recruitment for Programme Officer

THE CLIENT:

Our client, the African Agricultural Technology Foundation, is an international non-profit organisation registered under the laws of England and Wales in January 2006 with headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The Foundation is a one-stop-shop that facilitates and promotes public/private partnerships for the access and delivery of appropriate proprietary agricultural technologies to small-scale farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). It also provides expertise and technical know-how to facilitate the identification, development delivery and utilization of proprietary agricultural technologies. The Foundation commenced operations in Nigeria in 2009.

As part of its strategies to enhance effective service delivery in Nigeria, the Foundation desires to recruit a focused, energetic, result-oriented and suitably qualified professional to fill the position below:

POST TITLE:   Programme Officer

REPORTING TO: 

Reporting to the Cowpea and Rice Project Manager, the successful candidate will provide technical and operational support for all project-related activities managed from the Abuja office. Specifically,

The successful candidate will:

• Work in close collaboration with, and facilitate capacity building activities for relevant project implementation teams, stakeholders and administrative departments in ensuring effective service delivery,
• Assist in implementing, monitoring and evaluating all project activities carried out at partner institutions, to ensure compliance with set procedures and attain regulatory approvals,
• Create and maintain an electronic archiving system of project-related documents, and manage assignments and tasks related to technical activities, including project data entry, analysis and interpretation,
• Collaborate with all stakeholders for the smooth delivery of planned activities and achieving the objectives and targets of the project,
• Assist in drafting technical reports and project proposals, organizing meetings from start-to-finish., preparing reports and ensuring constant follow-up on decisions reached while keeping relevant parties updated,
• Mobilise resources, and lead the formulation, implementation and monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects,
• Provide learning and development support for the project implementation team and other stakeholders.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• A masters degree in Agriculture (Crop improvement – plant breeding, molecular biology/biotechnology) or any relevant discipline from a reputable institution,
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role, coupled with experience in research, development and dissemination of agricultural products,
• Familiarity with issues relating to the biosafety and regulation of genetically modified crops, as well as, in-depth knowledge of development issues,
• Experience in advocating/providing policy advice and leading implementation of new systems
• Experience in managing various stakeholders, including donor agencies, development partners, government agencies and local communities,
• Fluency in written and spoken English; knowledge of French will be an added advantage,
• Strong organisational, relationship management and interpersonal skills,
• Excellent negotiation and problem-salving skills,
• Possess high ethical standards and integrity,
• Ability to prioritize effectively, work in teams and promote a learning culture,
• Proficiency in the use of computer application.

METHOD OF APPLICATION & APPLICATION DEADLINE:

 

To apply, please quote the reference number ES00602 as the subject of your e-mail and send your current curriculum vitae (prepared as a Word document, and saved with your full names), a statement of how you meet our selection criteria, and the names and contact details (including telephone, fax and e-mail) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements to us at recruiting@kpsresourcing.com not later than 14^th July, 2011.

All applications will be treated in confidence. 

NOTE: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.