Investment Promotion Officer at the Kaduna State Investment Promotion Agency (KADIPA)

The Kaduna State Investment Promotion Agency (KADIPA) is a One-Stop Investment Centre for business and investments.

As part of our duties, we facilitate Investment in the State by coordinating the activities of all  MDAs in business environment. Our approach ensures the realization of the maximum benefits of policies and regulations in the state.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Investment Promotion Officer

Location: Kaduna

Job Description

• To advise and assist the MIP in creating an attractive and competitive climate for business that will lead to robust economic activities in the State
• Assist the MIP to coordinate and supervise activities on investment promotion.
• To develop & maintain a database of reputable prospective and potential investors both in Nigeria and abroad with a view to reaching out to them when opportunities arise
• Assists the MIP in planning and organizing targeted and well-researched investment promotion activities including tours and road shows aimed at promoting specific investment projects
• Handles investor meetings, enquiries and support the provision of any aftercare service to investors.
• Establishes a framework for identifying, facilitating and coordinating investment opportunities in the state
• Advises and assists the SM in developing and maintaining a comprehensive and reliable database on investment opportunities for effective planning especially in areas where the State has demonstrable comparative and competitive advantages;
• Develops and manages the investment pipelines of the agency
• Reports to the Head (Investment Promotion);
• Disseminates Information, Communication and Education (ICE) materials;
• Serves as KADIPA Desk Officer for relevant MDAs;
• Initiates visits for qualified prospective investors to Kaduna state to explore opportunities.

Job Requirements

• First degree in Social Sciences or Humanities.
• Postgraduate qualification, such as MBA with specialisation in Marketing or Finance or professional qualification in Marketing is an added advantage.
• Five (5) years of experience in investment promotion, banking, marketing or related fields.

Application Closing Date
30th December, 2020.