Employment Opportunities at Babban Gona

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Babban Gona Agricultural Franchise is a financially sustainable, high impact and highly scalable social enterprise, which is part-owned by the farmers it serves. Babban Gona is an innovative model designed to serve the bottom of the pyramid and transform agriculture into a job-creation engine. Through this agricultural franchise, Babban Gona offers a suite of services to smallholder farmers, helping them to overcome the challenges of fragmentation and low economies of scale.

We are recruiting to fill the positions below:

 

 

Job Title: Senior Product Manager

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time

Key Responsibilities
Product Management:

• Develop product requirements and roadmaps
• Leading product managers and coordinating with engineering, operations and other teams
• Incorporating feedback and input from customers, partners and in-house teams on product strategy and finding ways to expand product market reach
• Develop and implement product strategies consistent with company vision
• Collect and analyze feedback from customers, stakeholders and other teams to shape requirements, features and end products
• Work with senior management to create product plans and roadmaps
• Lead product managers and coordinate cross-functional teams
• Produce and review product requirements documents (PRD)
• Ensure products and releases are launched correctly and on schedule
• Make creative recommendations to expand product base and vision
• Suggest ways to track product use and impact on end users
• Collaborate with engineering team, product owners, program managers to share required product properties
• Collaborate with the Scrum Master on the product backlog prioritization to ensure incremental delivery of features
• Create clear-cut product requirements and  product design documents for internal team.
• Collaborate and iterate with other stakeholders to manage competing priorities and guide decision making in-line business strategies.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Systems Engineering team to negotiate on the technical implementation options and make decisions based on the customer and business needs
• Create vision and multi-year roadmaps for products and programs; seek feedback/buy-in on roadmap as needed; keep roadmap up-to-date and in sync with development
• Exercise knowledge of Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL) to enhance product features and internal processes
• Utilize meaningful KPIs and metrics to articulate progress made and impact on the customers; plan for capturing and reporting success metrics from the beginning
• Establish and review test plans; lead UAT to ensure team capability requirements and deadlines are met
• Conduct periodic feedback sessions with Enterprise Systems Engineering teams to continuously iterate and improve team processes and performance

Reporting Line:

• This position reports to Head, Enterprise Systems Product.

Requirements

• Proven Experience in Product Management Role
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field or Bachelor's degree with equivalent professional experience
• Proven experience as a Product Manager, Program or similar role
• Experience in product lifecycle management
• Background in software development and program management is preferred
• Familiarity with Agile framework
• Excellent communication skills; organizational and leadership abilities
• Problem-solving aptitude; creative thinking skills
• In Depth knowledge and hands-on experience of modern technology stack
• Demonstrated ability to understand business need and accurately interpret data to support data driven decision-making
• Demonstrated ability to interpret data to derive business insights.

Other Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience with workflow management systems; experience with Atlassian tools (Jira Core, Jira Software, Jira Service Desk)
• Experience collaborating with Enterprise Systems Engineering Operations at a reasonable level of technical depth
• Ability to efficiently prioritize projects and manage multiple dynamic priorities
• Proven ability to leverage technology to translate business requirements
• Ability to provide support to; and collaborate with internal units and external groups to achieve business objectives.

Start Up Environment:

• Thrives in a fast paced, start-up environment with dynamic business priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health Insurance
• Pension
• Performance Bonus
• Annual paid vacation
• Group Life Insurance.

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

 

 

 

Job Title: Associate, Corporate Finance

Location: Lagos

Key Responsibilities

• Develop schedule for investment transactions and analyze efficiency, trends, revenues and financial commitment to project future revenues and expenses.
• Manage and organize operational data to determine costs of operations and establish standard costs.
• Provide creative solutions to reduce costs and improve financial performance
• Conduct financial processes and procedures, prepare reports and supporting documents and provide regular updates to Finance Team.
• Consult with the Corporate Finance team to guide and influence long term strategic thinking.
• Review monthly expenses to ensure that expenses are booked correctly and work with the finance team to make any necessary reclassification.
• Demonstrate appropriate understanding / working knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls, and apply them.
• Advise on how to meet targets and create investment capital; and generate finance from shares and loans.
• Gather, analyse and interpret complicated numerical information.
• Assess and predict financial risks and returns; use financial modelling to predict outcomes.
• Negotiate and structure financial details; provide investment advice, tactics and recommendations
• Assist in preparation and analysis of annual budgets and long range plans.
• Prepare consolidated forecasts and analyze trends in revenue, expense, capital expenditures and other related areas.
• Conduct complex business analysis including ROI, NPV and IRR, making recommendations to management on new products, features, pricing, marketing promotions, based on historical financial data.
• Research, analyze and synthesize data from multiple sources into business information as directed and by self-identification of business information needs.
• Work with management and business units to determine strategic objectives and identify opportunities to meet these goals.
• Prepare financial and business-related analysis and research in such areas as financial and expense performance, rate of return, depreciation, working capital, and investments.
• Assist with compilation and analysis of consolidated budgets and long range plans.

Reporting Line

• This position reports to Principal, Corporate Finance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Banking, Business or Economics (Master’s degree in finance and/or MBA preferred)
• Profound know-how in advanced financial analysis and investment banking
• Leadership experience in financial analysis coupled with relevant accounting experience.
• Proficient in Excel Spreadsheets, MS Office and Financial Software applications.
• Bear strong analytical skills.
• Strong financial analysis skills and quantitative analysis planning
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as technology and Learning organization.
• Excellent communication skills: Fluent oral and written English.

Start Up Environment:

• Thrives in a fast paced, start-up environment with dynamic business priorities.

Unlocking Potential of Team Members:

• Extensive experience and passion for coaching/ mentoring a team.

Detailed Orientation and Managing Complexity:

• Extensive experience leading a complex organization and passion for getting into details to identify root cause of issues and create innovative solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health Insurance
• Pension
• Performance Bonus
• Annual paid vacation
• Group Life Insurance

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

 

 

 

 

Job Title: Associate, Grants

Location: Lagos

Key Responsibilities
Grant Research and Management:

• Managing and supporting the grants requirement and implementation for the organization
• Identify and develop strategies to optimize the grants administration process
• Perform relevant research to identify available grant opportunities and evaluate the results
• Directly involve in grant writing by coordinating with grant writers or coordinators
• Research for effective and authentic funding opportunities having a lawful registration and proven track record
• Oversee if the grants are implemented according to the operational and financial needs of the organization
• Supervise the fundraising team to ensure proper coordination of work
• Keep the relevant staff informed about upcoming deadlines and deliverables, thereby ensuring smooth completion of work responsibilities
• Oversee if other grant staff (coordinators, writers and administrators) is complying with their job responsibilities
• Oversee the job of invoicing, accounting, reporting, and other administrative functions to ensure successful execution of grant process
• Prepare financial or budget plans and allocation along with the planning and finance department in accordance with each requirement
• Analyze the budget trends and make recommendations for cost control and reduction for various grants
• Provide detailed reports to the funders and the board of directors with respect to the organization's progress
• Monitor paperwork and other related documents connected with grant-funded programs
• Maintain records of all payments and receivables and prepare monthly records for all grant related activities
• Provide training to the new staff on grants management and reporting requirements
• Designing grant programs and determining funding needs.
• Preparing and monitoring budgets, and managing timelines and deliverables.
• Be involved in all relevant 3rd party relationships including investors, banking relationships, auditors etc.

Reporting Line:

• This position reports to Principal, Corporate Finance.

Requirements
Methodical and Strategic thinking:

• Devise a plan of action that will make the grants raising easy and feasible.
• Identify potential grant support from government agencies, foundations, and corporations to meet the financial and operational needs of the organization

Grants and Budgeting experience:

• Ability to perform grant research, grant writing, grant program design and implementation, compliance and grant reporting.
• Excellent project management skills with experience in managing and supervising administrative projects
• Excellent organizational skills and strong command over written and verbal communication
• Good understanding of the organization's overall business and its objectives
• Possess good knowledge of planning and strategizing financial and budgeting issues
• Ability to work within a team and provide support to the junior staff
• Ability to perform in cross-functional team approach and job responsibilities
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
• Experience with basic financial management skills including developing and monitoring budgets and financial reporting
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and produce quality results on time with attention to detail.
• Proficient in using computers with related knowledge of software programs and Internet

Start Up Environment:

• Thrives in a fast paced, start-up environment with dynamic business priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health Insurance
• Pension
• Performance Bonus
• Annual paid vacation
• Group Life Insurance

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

 

 

 

 

Job Title: Associate, Human Resources

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time
Industry: Human Resources

Key Responsibilities
Manage Babban Gona’s Onboarding and Mentoring Programs

• Develop and execute a world-class onboarding program for new hires.
• Develop and manage mentorship programs and monitor mentoring cycle end-to-end.
• Plan and implement succession planning process for high potential employees.
• Recommend strategies to motivate employees.
• Assist with the recruitment process by identifying candidates, conducting reference checks and issuing employment contracts.
• Investigate complaints brought forward by employees.
• Coordinate employee development plans and performance management.
• Perform orientations and update records of new staff.
• Manage the organization’s employee database and prepare reports.
• Assist with budget monitoring, payroll and other adhoc HR projects.
• Maintain digital copies of employees' records.
• Undertake tasks around talent and  performance management
• Schedule meetings, interviews, HR events and maintain agendas.
• Coordinate training sessions and seminars.
• Produce and submit reports on general HR activity.
• Conduct employee onboarding and help organize training & development initiatives
• Provide support to employees in various HR-related topics such as leaves and compensation and resolve any issues that may arise.
• Promote HR programs to create an efficient and conflict-free workplace.
• Assist in development and implementation of human resource policies.
• Gather and analyze data with useful HR metrics, like time to hire and employee turnover rates.
• Enhance job satisfaction by resolving issues promptly, applying new perks and benefits and organizing team building activities.
• Assist with all internal and external HR related inquiries or requests.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest HR trends and best practice.

Reporting Line:

• This position reports to Head, Human Resources.

Requirements
Profound know-how in Onboarding & Mentoring Programs:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline (Master’s degree and /or Human Resources Management Certification is preferred)
• 3+ years of experience in Human Resources Generalist or Specialist role
• Exposure to Labor Law and employment equity regulations
• Understanding of general human resources policies and procedures
• Outstanding knowledge of MS Office and HR Information systems
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Aptitude in problem-solving
• Desire to work as a team with a results driven approach
• Effective HR administration and people management skills
• Exposure to payroll practices
• Full understanding of HR functions and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Highly tech-savvy with capability in MS Office and related business and communication tools.
• Fantastic organizational and time management skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Professional certification in HR (e.g SHRM-CP, PHRi) is a plus

Start Up Environment:

• Thrives in a fast paced, start-up environment with dynamic business priorities.

Detailed Orientation and Managing Complexity:

• Extensive experience leading a complex organization and passion for getting into details to identify root cause of issues and create innovative solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health Insurance
• Pension
• Performance Bonus
• Annual paid vacation
• Group Life Insurance

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

 

 

 

 

Job Title: Associate Product Manager

Location: Lagos

Key Responsibilities
Product Management:

• Provide end-to-end product life cycle management from information gathering to  reporting on effectiveness through analysis & financial management
• Collect quantitative product data and metrics through market research
• Synthesize customer research
• Gather product requirements and align them with business goals
• Coordinate with stakeholders to achieve the product vision
• Develop new product features
• Work on developing product strategies
• Actively mitigate impediments impacting the completion of release/sprint goals
• Efficiently translate business strategies into technical capabilities and product roadmaps
• Ensure that projects meet the needs of intended clients through efficient market research and regional input
• Collaborate with Enterprise Systems engineering team, program associates to share required product properties
• Create viable product design documents and clear product requirements for internal team.
• Continuously iterate with relevant stakeholders to manage competing priorities and guide decision making in line organizational goals.
• Continuously make iterative decisions based on customer and business needs
• Collaborate with Enterprise Systems Engineering team to negotiate on the technical implementation options and
• Clearly communicate key product changes and updates with relevant stakeholders appropriate avenues such as trainings, webinars emails etc to create awareness about products
• Exercise knowledge of Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL) to enhance product features and internal processes
• Establish and review test plans; lead UAT to ensure team capability requirements and deadlines are met
• Conduct feedback sessions with Enterprise Systems Engineering teams to continuously iterate and improve team processes and performance
• Utilize and stay current with modern platforms and methods
• Other responsibilities and tasks required to support organizational goals and objectives

Reporting Line

• This position reports to Head, Enterprise Systems Product.

Requirements
Experience in Product Management Role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Product Management, Information Systems or related field, or equivalent professional experience
• 1 - 3 years of related experience as a Product Owner or in a Product Management role
• Proven knowledge and hands-on experience of modern technology stack
• Demonstrated ability to interpret data to derive business insights

Other Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience with workflow management systems; experience with Atlassian tools (Jira Core, Jira Software, Jira Service Desk)
• Ability to efficiently prioritize projects and manage multiple dynamic priorities.
• Proven ability to leverage technology to translate business requirements.
• Ability to provide support to; and collaborate with internal units and external groups to achieve business objectives

Start Up Environment:

• Thrives in a fast paced, start-up environment with dynamic business priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health Insurance
• Pension
• Performance Bonus
• Annual paid vacation
• Group Life Insurance

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

 

 

 

 

Job Title: Senior QA Engineer

Location: Lagos

Key Responsibilities
Quality Assurance for all Babban Gona Technical Products:

• Review requirements, specifications and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback
• Develop and execute exploratory and automated tests to ensure product quality
• Monitor all stages of software development to identify and resolve system malfunctions to meet quality standards.
• Create detailed, comprehensive and well-structured test plans and test cases
• Estimate, prioritize, plan and coordinate testing activities
• Design, develop and execute automation scripts using open source tools
• Meet with the software/product designers to determine quality assurance parameters.
• Review system requirements and track quality assurance metrics (e.g. defect densities and open defect counts.)
• Lead the team in designing QA test procedures.
• Oversee the drafting of testing documents.
• Implement testing procedures and overseeing the QA process.
• Troubleshoot quality issues and modifying test procedures.
• Conduct analysis checks on product specifications.
• Review Quality Assurance reports.
• Ensure the successful deployment of products to the end-users.
• Respond to requests from the design team and management.
• Identify, record, document thoroughly and track bugs
• Perform thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved
• Develop and apply testing processes for new and existing products to meet client needs
• Liaise with internal teams (e.g. developers and product managers) to identify system requirements
• Monitor debugging process results
• Investigate the causes of non-conforming software and train users to implement solutions
• Track quality assurance metrics, like defect densities and open defect counts
• Stay up-to-date with new testing tools and test strategies

Reporting Line:

• This position reports to Head, Enterprise Systems Product.

Requirements

• Proven Experience in Software Quality Assurance
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
• At least 5 years of working experience in a quality assurance position within a business in a fast-paced and constantly evolving market.
• Proven experience in database testing in SQL inclusive of experience in the design and manipulation of test data and the validation of stored testing procedures.
• Experience working with various QA tools inclusive of bug and defect tracking systems.
• Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools and processes
• Good understanding of one or more programming languages and strong working knowledge Java and Python scripting languages.
• Have extensive experience in analytics, high-level problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage project.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Critical thinker; detail oriented.
• Experience in writing clear, concise and comprehensive test plans and test cases
• Hands-on experience with both white box and black box testing
• Hands-on experience with automated testing tools
• Solid knowledge of SQL and scripting
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process
• Experience with performance and/or security testing is a plus

Start Up Environment:

• Thrives in a fast paced, start-up environment with dynamic business priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health Insurance
• Pension
• Performance Bonus
• Annual paid vacation
• Group Life Insurance

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

 

 

 

 

Job Title: Senior UI / UX Designer

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time
Industry: Technology

Key Responsibilities
Create Great User Interface and User Experience

• Gather and evaluate user requirements, in collaboration with product managers and engineers
• Illustrate design ideas using storyboards, process flows and sitemaps
• Design graphic user interface elements, like menus, tabs and widgets
• Gather and evaluate user requirements in collaboration with product managers and engineers; design graphic elements and build navigation components.
• Develop UI mockups and prototypes for new product ideas
• Create original graphic designs (e.g. images, sketches and tables)
• Prepare and present rough drafts to internal teams and key stakeholders
• Identify and troubleshoot UX problems (e.g. responsiveness)
• Conduct layout adjustments based on user feedback
• Adhere to style standards on fonts, colors and images
• Plan and implement new designs; optimize existing user interface designs
• Test for intuitivity and experience
• Communicate with clients to understand their business goals and objectives
• Develop technical and business requirements and always strive to deliver intuitive and user-centered solutions
• Combine creativity with an awareness of the design elements
• Conduct an ongoing user research

Reporting Line:

• This position reports to Head, Enterprise Systems Product.

Requirements
Proven Design Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Computer Science or relevant field
• Work Experience: 4-5 years
• Proven work experience as a UI/UX Designer or similar role
• Portfolio of design projects
• Knowledge of wireframe tools (e.g. Wireframe.cc and InVision)
• Up-to-date knowledge of design software like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Knowledge of Usability Factors in Human Computer Interaction
• Team spirit; strong communication skills to collaborate with various stakeholders
• Good time-management skills

Other Requirements:

• Ability to discuss and explain design options
• Detail oriented
• Critical thinker; problem solver and customer-centered
• Good knowledge of HTML5 & CSS3

Start Up Environment:

• Thrives in a fast paced, start-up environment with dynamic business priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health Insurance
• Pension
• Performance Bonus
• Annual paid vacation
• Group Life Insurance

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

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