Cross River State Government (Ministry of International Development Cooperation) in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources, is desirous of engaging Cross River indigenes of all gender in the employ of the Public/Civil Service for take-off of CRS-APPEALS (World Bank Assisted) Project in the capacity below:
Job Title: Productivity Enhancement Specialist
Location: Cross River
Functions and Responsibilities
- Under the supervision of State Project Coordinator, the incumbent will coordinate and Identify productivity enhanced inputs, equipment and machines for all production nodes of value chains supported under this project.
- The incumbent will disseminate and follow-up on adoption of the improved inputs, equipment and machine.
Qualifications and Experience Required
- Master's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Mechanization and other related disciplines
- Experience working with agro-input or advisory services companies, research institute or CG center.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in technology dissemination projects
- Ability to build partnership with research centers, extension organizations and technology innovation centers and agro-allied commercial technology businesses
- Clear understanding of cropping calendar, weather information and climate smart agricultural practices.
- Excellent understanding of value chain analysis, development and Good Agricultural Practices.
Application Closing Date
16th February, 2018.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward written Applications with necessary supportive documents like Current Posting, Computer Number, Current Pay Slip and ten CV's in hard copies addressed to:
The Hon. Commissioner
Ministry of International Development Cooperation,
New Secretariat Complex,
Calabar,
Cross River State.