OXFAM Research Consultancy on Agricultural Inputs Support Program Jobs in Nigeria
OXFAM Research Consultancy on Agricultural Inputs Support Program Jobs in Nigeria
Objectives of the Research consultancyTo identify the key successes derived from inputs support to smallholder farmers in Adamawa and Kebbi states
Assess the effectiveness of PROACT and Government inputs intervention to smallholder farmers
To identify major challenges or shortcomings of the interventions, the approach used and the unintended consequences in targeted rural communities;
To make recommendations for the government or other Actors to improve on their programming strategy.
To identify the possible replication of any of the Agricultural interventions by any governments or other stakeholders or communities.
Methodology
A hired consultant will conduct the research work on Agricultural input support program in project locations in Nigeria; also looking at lessons from PROACT approach. He will meet stakeholders on inputs value chain both within and outside the project, PROACT staff, Government of Adamawa and Kebbi states. This will involve key informant interview and focus group discussions.**
Deliverables
Comprehensive research report with the following contents: Executive Summary, Introduction, Research Objectives, Methodology, Key Findings, Major Challenges, Policy Recommendations.
The report would be presented in word document and summary of findings using power point presentation.
This should include success stories from the locations.
Qualifications and Requirements of the Consultant
The consultant is required to possess at least a Degree in Agric Economics, Development Studies, climate change or any other related fields. Previous proven experience in related research work is an added advantage.
The Consultant is also required to possess the following:
Ability and proven experience in handling similar research related to Good Agricultural Practices, out-growers programme, Agric Extension, input support intervention with technical understanding of impact of input to increased yield to small holder farmers.
At least (5) years’ of proven experience in value chain assessment;
Excellent communication, analysis, writing and report presentation skills in English;
A proven record in working for a development sector, NGOs and/or inter-governmental agencies
Capacity to carry out field research in Nigeria.
Ability to deliver
high quality work in a timely manner
Ability to relate and communicate in local language (Hausa) is an added advantage.
Procedures for selection of Consultant
The list of criteria below will be used to evaluate the bids submitted:
Viability of the methodology in relation to the Agricultural input support program in Nigeria to small holder farmers.
Well-structured work plan with phases and deadlines for the results, detailed timeline.
Complementarity of the expertise of the team members
Viability of the methodology in relation to the time available for the assignment.
Clearly methodological proposal.
Evidence of similar study.
Experience of working in Northern Nigeria
Experience in out-growers program.
Knowledge of Agricultural input support policies in Nigeria.
Adaptability of proposal in relation to available funds.
Adequacy of the methodology in responding to specific objective defined in the ToR.
Questions
All questions would be received in writing and sent to ngaoxfamvendors@oxfam.org on or before 5th October 2020. Responses would be sent by COB of 6th October 2020
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; OXFAM Research Consultancy on Agricultural Inputs Support Program Jobs in Nigeria
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