Market Enterprise and Development Officer at the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS)

The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) is responsible for the formulation and implementation of policies and strategies in the Nigeria’s agricultural sector, to sufficiently provide food for an increasing population, adequate supply of raw materials to a growing industrial sector, effectively expand the market for crop, livestock, agro and agro-allied products, continually create employment opportunities, and to widely diversify the economy, for national development. The Ministry provides resources to the sector for the implementation of various projects and programmes. The efforts is complemented with the support and funding from donor partners in the implementation of various agricultural projects and programmes in the country.

The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) in collaboration with International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) are implementing a Livelihood Improvement Family Enterprises in the Niger Delta states (LIFE-ND).

To facilitate implementation of the project, the partners want qualified and competent personnel from the region to fill the underlisted vacant position in Akwa Ibom State Project Coordinating Office in the capacity below:

Job Title: Market Enterprise and Development Officer

Location: Akwa Ibom

Description

• The main duty of the Market Enterprise Development Officer is to support the implementation of marketing strategy in the state.

Specific Duties

• Carry out market research and analysis for the products of the Agribusiness value chain engaged by LIFE-ND beneficiaries in the states.
• Develop business strategies that can help in expanding market reach, increasing sales, and fostering business growth.
• Identify new business opportunities and partnership that align with the agribusiness goals of the project.
• Design and implement effective marketing campaigns to promote the products produced by LIFE-ND beneficiaries. This will include digital marketing, and advertising tailored to the agribusiness products promoted by the project.
• Build strong relationships with customers of the project beneficiaries and gather feedback that will lead to improved products, customers satisfaction and loyalty.
• Understand and plan for fluctuations in market prices, changes in consumer demand and potential supply chain disruptions with the aim of Identifying market risks and develop strategies to mitigate them
• Ensure that marketing agreements between LIFE-ND beneficiaries and Off- takers are perfected and understood by the parties concerned.
• Negotiate with off-takers to get best prices for LIFE-ND beneficiaries.
• Advise on best marketing Strategies to achieve maximum sales in terms of when, how, and where to market their products.
• Facilitate prompt payment from Off-takers to LIFE-ND beneficiaries.
• Submit monthly report on activities undertaken.

Qualification and Experience
Educational qualification:

• University Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or any related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of five years experience in:
  • Market analysis and business development
  • Extensive knowledge of marketing strategies, policies, and procedures.
  • High level of communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proven work experience in sales and marketing of Agricultural products
  • Must be highly innovative and persuasive.
  • Being a team player.

Application Closing Date
28th January, 2025.