VALUE CHAIN PROGRAM ASSISTANT

A leading international development firm based in Washington, D.C,seeks qualified candidates for a five-year agricultural value-chain development project funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development(USAID)

Assist Senior Program Manager with the development annd implementation of commodity specific plans of action in collaboration with partners and client firms; and design of training programs as needed for successful implementation of rice production in the targeted areas of the region.

Assist with the planning, implementation and monitoring of commodity specific activities including but not limited to: drafting scopes of work for short-term service providers, selecting suitable service providers,supervise their activities and ensure timely and effective delivery of quality products consistent with expected milestones and results.

Establish close and effective working relations with key organizations and government agencies and facilitate the integration,coordination and harmonization of value chain development activities with relevant key actors like state governments,private sector firms and donor projects.

First degree in agronomy,agricultural economics or related discipline with over 5 years of professional experience in extension work, training and institutional linkages.Master's degree in the field is an advantage.

Demonstrated experience in rice production and market -led agricultural development is a must.

Knowledge of USAID project or commodity value chain development is a strong advantage Also experience in training extension workers or other agricultural trainers in Nigeria will be beneficial.

Ability to work collaboratively, and build alliance with relevant groups, organizations, agencies, business, private or public sectors is highly important. High level of initiatively and creativity. He/ She must be a team player,able to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.