Technical Coordinator for Regenerative Agriculture (RA)-N3 at the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA)

Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) is a non-governmental organization that promotes the demonstration improved pre-i post-production agricultural technologies for smallholder farmers. SAA assists host Country agricultural development programs through its country program. The project is implemented through five interrelated components: Regenerative Agriculture, Nutrition Sensitive Agriculture for improved Postharvest and Agro-processing Technologies, promote Market-Oriented Agriculture in support of pluralistic extension delivery and market access, to develop agricultural extension advisory services, and establishing a relevant, efficient and effective Monitoring and Evaluation, and Communication system.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Technical Coordinator for Regenerative Agriculture (RA)-N3

Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• The Technical Coordinator RA coordinates and leads the Regenerative Agriculture team consisting of at least a Program Officer and/or a Senior Program Officer, and in coordination with other strategic focus Areas, carry out program activities that contribute to the implementation of regenerative agriculture using value-chain extension approach.
• The Technical Coordinator RA reports to the Country Director and Deputy Country Director.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead development of Regenerative Agriculture program (monthly/quarterly/annual) workplan and budget and lead the development of partnerships.
• Conduct, analyze and report on Crop productivity extension needs assessment and contribute to baseline surveys in selected sites in collaboration with other themes and other partners.
• Analyze and develop extension models to promote value chain in selected sites.
• Plan, organize, coordinate and conduct training on Regenerative Agriculture or Subject Matter Specialists (SMSs) /Development Agents (DAs) and farmers, especially women, youth and PwDs at appropriate times.
• Analyze the technical performance and economic viability of SAA extension models that would contribute to the strategic focus areas, especially sustainable intensification, soil health and crop productivity.
• Develop Regenerative Agriculture training materials for use by trainers and farmers under the guidance of CD and DCD.
• Source, package, Implement and manage Regenerative Agricultural technologies and program including monitoring, progress and ensuring timely completion of program activities.
• Identify and work with relevant stakeholders, including policymakers and government officials in monitoring and implementation for extension model development.
• Promote value-chain extension services along Regenerative Agriculture activities and provide timely feedback among staff and partners and maintain up-to-date reports.
• In consultation with CD and DD, supervise and evaluate staff, and train them in relevant topics to update and improve their technical expertise.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual technical reports and submit to CD and DCD.
• Participate in fund raising (Proposal writing), and lead development of MoUs.
•  Collect information on other donors on Regenerative Agriculture and write project proposals in consultation with DCD.
•  Promote synergy among other themes along the value-chain
•  Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• MSc / PhD in Agronomy, Soil Science, Crop Science, plus a degree in Agriculture extension, or relevant education
• 5/3 years of experience on relevant field respectively
•  English Proficiency: Level C2 (Especially writing skills)
• Microsoft Office: Advance knowledge of Power point, Word and Excel
• Knowledge of Biometry, Experimental Designs and statistical analysis and good reporting skills
• Excellent knowledge, experience and skills in Regenerative Agriculture.
• Excellent project coordination and management skills
• Skills and knowledge on ICT (GPS and e- extension tools)
• Ability to write grant proposals
• Agri-business skills.

Compensation
SAA offers a competitive benefits package. However, salary is commensurate with experience.

Application Closing Date
28th October, 2024.