Sahel Capital Partners & Advisory Limited (SCPAL) is a leading management consulting firm focused on the agricultural and nutrition sectors in Africa. 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 are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Consultant
Location: Lagos
Primary Purpose
- The Consultant position is for experienced practitioners with a passion for agriculture. Consultants have the opportunity to lead small engagements or workstreams as part of larger engagements with clients across the public, private and social sector and across multiple value chains to make a tangible impact to the agriculture and nutrition sector in Africa.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure timely and high-quality implementation of Sahel Capital-led projects, including planning, coordination of, and reporting of project activities.
- Oversee the work of junior Sahel Capital employees and contractors to successfully deliver on projects’ objectives
- Prepare PowerPoint and Word reports summarizing research and analyses and developing recommendations for the client.
- Support senior management on other Sahel Capital initiatives as requested.
- Lead proposal writing and business development efforts
- Other responsibilities assigned by management
Minimum Required Skills & Experience
- Masters in Agriculture, Business, Economics or related discipline
- At least 3-4 years of professional experience
- Experience in overseeing teams
- Strong program management skills and high level of analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills (both written and verbal), interpersonal and facilitation skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Willingness to travel (required)
- Past consulting or advisory experience is an advantage
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit a Word-formatted single document consisting of; Cover letter, CV to:
[email protected] Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line.
Note: We welcome hearing from qualified and interested applicants. Due to a high volume of applicants, please understand that we are able to contact only those who meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants are strongly advised not to do phone calls.