Enugu State Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources recruitment, February 2018

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The Enugu State Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources in collaboration with Enugu State Focal Office, World Bank/Development Partner Projects, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for implementation of the Agro-Processing, Productivity Enhancement and Livelihood Support (APPEALS) - World Bank Assisted Project, in the capacity below:     Job Title: Administrative Officer Location: Enugu Functions and Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of SPC, the administrative officer will be responsible for the majority of administrative duties in the project including managing employee records, organize files, answer calls.

Qualifications and Experience

• B.Sc. in Business Administration, Sociology or other related disciplines
• Proven work experience as an Administrative Officer, Administrator or similar role
• Solid knowledge of office procedures
• Experience with office management software like MS Office (MS Excel and MS Word, specifically)
• Strong organizational skills, with a problem-solving attitude
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    Job Title: Procurement Officer Location: Enugu Functions and Responsibilities

• 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 will include:

• 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, Business 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.

    Job Title: Environmental Officer Location: Enugu Functions and Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of SPC, the officer will supervise the implementation of environmental instruments and mitigations measures articulated in the general and site-specific safeguard instruments such as ESMP, IPMP.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master's degree in Agricultural Economics, Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences or other related disciplines
• Manage and conduct environmental safeguard due diligence of new investment proposals
• Identify all key potential environmental impacts and risks of a project and ensure that their appropriate mitigation measures are in place
• Ensuring regular site inspections and environmental sampling and analysis is carried out
• Preparation of environmental reports and tracking project performance against environmental key performances indicators and targets.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in working with public or private sector firms across industry sectors (including infrastructure, civil works, agribusiness, and/or processing) to identify environmental risk and issues and develop mitigation measures to ensure compliance with good international industry practice

Job Title: Agro-processing Specialist Location: Enugu Functions 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

• 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 centres, agro-allied commercial technology businesses and financial institutions.

  Job Title: Rural Infrastructure Engineer (Civil and Electrical) Location: Enugu Functions and Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of SPC, the Engineers will supervise the implementation and coordination of civil and electrical work infrastructure activities under the project component.
• The incumbent will further work with the project team to ensure proper design and location of the infrastructure within the States.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• B.Sc. degree in Civil Engineering and Electrical.
• Professional qualification: COREN, MNSE, etc.
• Minimum of seven (7) years field experience in construction and power/energy supply for Civil and Electrical Engineers respectively.
• Higher qualification will be an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of computer applications including engineering design software, etc.
• Fluency in local language is a major advantage
• Ability to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders

  Job Title: Women and Youth/Livelihood Specialist Location: Enugu Functions 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 mainstreaming in the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• 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

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Location: Enugu Functions and Responsibilities

• 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 will Include:

• 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 Workplan 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

• Master's degree in Agricultural Economics, Economics, Statistics, Agricultural Extension or other relevant degree.
• Ph.D 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.

    How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications and addressed to: Office of the Commissioner, Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources, State Secretariat, Enugu State.   Or Enugu State Focal Office, World Bank/Development Partner Projects, Abuja Building, Government House, Enugu State.   Application Deadline: 20th February, 2018.

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