State Project Coordinator at the Enugu State Government (Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources)

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.