Trainer, Agriculture Engineering at Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) Limited

The Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) is a charitable company dedicated to the training of farmers in modern and sustainable agricultural practices and rational use of natural resources.

The Foundation has been running agricultural training for youths and farmers since 1987 and currently has six schools in different agro-ecological zones of Nigeria. The schools located in the FCT, Osun, Kaduna, Kano and Gombe states are co-financed by Leventis Foundation and the respective State Governments. All the schools offer training to young people (male and female) desirous of making a good career in farming. The comprehensive one-year training exposes the participants to several areas of agriculture and other farm businesses.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Trainer, Agriculture Engineering

Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description
As a Trainer in Agricultural Engineering, your responsibilities will include:

• Implementing Leventis Foundation’s training strategies in Agricultural Engineering.
• Participating in the curriculum review and development of the Agricultural Engineering department.
• Training students/trainees in both theoretical and practical aspects of Agricultural Engineering.
• Supervising jobs and activities in both training and school Agricultural Engineering departments.
• Participating in the successful implementation of LFN programs and activities.
• Overseeing day-to-day operations of the school’s engineering department.
• Supervising the annual program of work in the department.
• Contributing to workshops, short courses, symposia, and seminars related to Agricultural Engineering.
• Providing input in planning, designing, and supervising the execution of departmental projects.
• Ensuring timely and accurate preparation of quarterly and annual departmental reports.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Agricultural Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience in Agricultural Engineering.
• Proven practical knowledge and skills in Agricultural Engineering.
• Hands-on experience in relevant areas

Additional Requirements:

• Computer literacy is a must.
• Ability to speak the local language where the schools are located is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
11th October, 2024.