Technical Coordinator, Market Oriented Agriculture (MOA) - 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, Market Oriented Agriculture (MOA) - N3

Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• The Technical Coordinator, MOA coordinates and leads MOA activities, and in coordination with other themes, carry out program activities that contribute to the implementation of the value-chain extension approach.
• The Technical Coordinator MOA reports to the Country Director and the Deputy Country Director.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Leading a team of extension officers, coordinating, supervising and monitoring all activities related to the Market Oriented Agriculture.
• Participate in consultation with the local authorities to present objectives and purpose of the organization and agree on the coordination arrangements.
• Assist in the development of criteria, approach and procedures as well as supporting documents for the establishment of Commodity Associations (CAs)/Farmer Based Organizations (FBOs) through fair and transparent competitive process to ensure the inclusion of marginalized and poor members of the community.
• Preserve up to date and a well-organized database/inventory of all activities e.g. agro-dealers, farmers and encourage development in underserved areas and facilitate linkages with farmers and farmer groups.
• Develop Financial packages/models in collaboration with agro processors, input dealers, traders, and micro finance institutions (MFI) to increase farmers access to credit and other services.
• Develop and strengthen market information system among key stakeholders in the value chain.
• Prepare regular reports; monthly, quarterly & annual technical and financial reports and submit to DCD and CD.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• MSc / PhD degree in Agri-Business, Agriculture Economics, Agriculture extension, Business Management, or a related field
•  5/3 years of working experience on relevant field.
• English Proficiency: Level C2 (Especially writing skills),
• Microsoft Office: Advance knowledge of Power point, Word and Excel
• Strong oral, analytical, writing and presentational skills
• Knowledge of Econometrics and statistical analysis and good reporting skills
• Excellent project coordination and management skills
• Skills on using ICT (GPS and e-extension tools).

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

Application Closing Date
28th October, 2024.