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: Women and Youth/Livelihood Specialist
Location: Enugu
Functions and Responsibilities
- Under the supervision of SPC, the specialist will coordinate women and youth livelihood support activities under the project.
- The incumbent will further work with the project team to ensure gender mainstreaming in the project.
Qualifications and Experience
- A minimum of Master's degree in Agricultural Economics, MBA, Economics, Sociology, Gender and Development Studies, and other related disciplines
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in development projects (with livelihood components)
- Experienced in participatory stakeholder consultation and engagement
- Demonstrated ability to mobilise group for action e.g. group formation, credit administration or social action
- Excellent facilitation skills and experience in preparing and reviewing business plans or proposal
- Good knowledge of social development/safeguard issues such as gender and youth policies & issues
- Strong knowledge of computer applications including Geo-enabling or Geographical Information System skill is an added advantage
- Experience in coordinating stakeholder feedback or inquiries
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.