The Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit Cashew Production Advisor Jobs in Nigeria
The Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit Cashew Production Advisor Jobs in Nigeria
GIZ. Solutions that WorkAs a service provider in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development and international education work, we are dedicated to shaping a future worth living around the world.
GIZ has over 50 years of experience in a wide variety of areas, including economic development and employment promotion, energy and the environment, and peace and security. The diverse expertise of our federal enterprise is in demand around the globe - from the German Government, European Union institutions, the United Nations, the private sector, and governments of other countries.
We work with businesses, civil society actors and research institutions, fostering successful interaction between development policy and other policy fields and areas of activity.
Our main commissioning party is the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). The registered offices of GIZ are in Bonn and Eschborn. Our approximately 23,500 employees, almost 70 percent of whom are national personnel, work in a round 120 countries (July 2020)
GIZ has worked in Nigeria since 1974. From 2004, GIZ has maintained a country office in the capital city Abuja. Currently 361 national and 66 international employees, 19 regional staff, 4 integrated specialists and 3 development workers are working in the country (June 2020).
Market Oriented Value Chains for Job and Growth in ECOWAS - MOVE Programme
Required Qualifications, Competences and Experience
Qualifications:
University First Degree / Further Studies in Agriculture with specialization in Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Extension, or related field.
Additional training in the areas of climate-smart agriculture, value chain development approach, cooperatives/social entrepreneurship, non-governmental organization (NGO) administration, business development services, agricultural mechanization, and knowledge of ICT will be an advantage.
Professional Experience:
At least five (5) years in a comparable position, experience in conservation agriculture/ agricultural value chain development / sustainable agriculture agricultural consulting & advisory services / farmer training / private sector development / cooperation management / policy advocacy / partnership brokering substantiated by corresponding references
Working experience with/ for agro-industries, or development partners
Experience working in collaboration with private sector actors (companies, associations, traders) and research institution.
Desired Additional Qualifications, Competencies and Experiences:
Knowledge about climate smart practices along the agricultural value chain (cashew
specific knowledge is an asset).
Demonstrated ability to design, manage and implement value chain, agricultural financial services, agribusiness development support activities, farmer organization & training, financial grant services, policy & advocacy support activities in agriculture/agribusiness, use of ICT in agriculture/ agribusiness etc.
Knowledge of agri-food support polices for Nigeria and of corresponding markets; local knowledge of pilot project areas will be an advantage.
Capacity for analysis and constructive evaluation combined with the ability to translate evaluation of findings to beneficiaries in optimization of curricula and implementation.
Facilitates discussion and workshops (preparation, implementation, and documentation).
Presentation techniques and concepts for the marketing of project achievements.
Very good computer skills in contemporary MS office (Word Excel PowerPoint, Outlook).
Previous experience in working with private sector and/or international development organizations is an advantage.
Clear and diplomatic communication (oral and written).
Ability to communicate adequately with interdisciplinary / multi-institutional teams (units / research organizations, NGOs and Governmental agencies, farmers, their organizations, and donors).
Team worker and constructive attitude in case of difficulties or conflicts.
Capacity of reflection of own work and willingness to learn.
Developed attitude and awareness of service delivery.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Letter of Motivation as one document with complete contact details to: recruitment-nigeria@giz.de using the Job Title and Vacancy No. as the subject of the email.
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