The Enugu State Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources in collaboration with Enugu State Focal Office, World Bank/Development Partner Projects, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for implementation of the Agro-Processing, Productivity Enhancement and Livelihood Support (APPEALS) - World Bank Assisted Project, in the capacity below:
Job Title: State Project Coordinator
Location: Enugu
Overall Function and Responsibilities of the Position
- The State Project Coordinator (SPC) is responsible for the coordination of Project activities in the State, as well as managing the Agro-Processing,
- Productivity Enhancement and Livelihood Support Office.
Specific Duties of the Position
- Heads the secretariat of the State Steering Committee (SSC).
- Overall implementation of Project within the State.
- Supervise staff of state office.
- Liaise with other relevant programmes and technical departments in the State.
- Oversees contracting of support staff and consultants, particularly Agro-Processing Service Providers.
- Ensure timely reporting and quality of reports to SSC
Qualifications and Experience Required
- M.Sc degree or equivalent in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Economics or other relevant discipline.
- Minimum of 8 years post-qualification experience, including at least 3 years in a management position.
- Proven track record in the field of agriculture or rural development.
- Good writing skills and computer literacy will be an advantage.
- Fluency in the local language is a major advantage.
Application Closing Date
20th February, 2018.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications and addressed to:
Office of the Commissioner,
Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources,
State Secretariat,
Enugu State.
Or
Enugu State Focal Office,
World Bank/Development Partner Projects,
Abuja Building,
Government House,
Enugu State.