Project Coordinator (Agricultural Systems Resilience Enhancement Project-EWS) at Sahel Consulting Agriculture and Nutrition Limited (SCANL)

Sahel Consulting Agriculture and Nutrition Limited (SCANL) is a leading management consulting firm focused on Africa’s agricultural and nutrition sectors. We partner with government agencies, private sector companies, and leading international development organizations to conduct research, analyze policies, develop strategies and implement programs that promote sustainable food security and improved nutrition. We have worked on a variety of projects across West Africa, including in Benin, Burkina Faso, Ghana, Mali, Nigeria, and Senegal.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Coordinator (Agricultural Systems Resilience Enhancement Project-EWS)

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full Time

Responsibilities

• Lead the project's coordination, planning, and implementation in close collaboration with a consortium of local and international partners.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive project governance and management framework to ensure effective execution and stakeholder engagement.
• Facilitate collaboration and partnerships among key stakeholders, including government agencies, research institutes, and technical partners.
• Ensure the project's strategic direction, resource allocation, and policy alignment through regular engagement with the project steering committee and funders.
• Oversee project reporting, documentation, and knowledge sharing to ensure transparency, accountability, and lessons learned.
• Manage project risks, conflicts, and resolution, ensuring project objectives and targets are met.
• Supervise project staff, consultants, and partners to ensure their effective contribution to project outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree / Master's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Agriculture, Environmental Science, Project Management, International Development).
• Proven experience in managing and coordinating complex development projects, preferably related to climate adaptation, agriculture, or resilience.
• Strong understanding of climate change adaptation, early warning systems, and their application in agriculture and rural development.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, technical partners, and community representatives.
• Experience in building and managing multi-stakeholder partnerships and collaborations.
• Proficiency in project management tools and techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing circumstances.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2025.