Training / Capacity Building Manager at Ikore International Development Limited

Ikore International Development Limited is an international development organization proffering innovative solutions to drive sustainable social and enterprise development. Working in economically deprived places and vulnerable communities torn apart by instability across Nigeria and providing solutions that support inefficient markets and communities is implementing an agricultural mechanization service intervention aimed at enhancing access of smallholder farmers to affordable and sustainable mechanization services in Nigeria.

The project aims to create work opportunities for mechanization service providers, tractor operators, and others in the mechanization value chain. The project’s primary target is young men and women in peri-urban and rural communities, providing bundled mechanization services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Training / Capacity Building Manager

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Contract

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• The Project Manager, Capacity building, will be responsible for the coordination and delivery of all capacity-building activities throughout the project implementation.
• He / she will, through a needs analysis, identify and design the capacity-building strategy, tools, and actions (training, seminars, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Utilize various tools and techniques to conduct in-depth needs assessment and identify capacity gaps among project targets.
• Develop a robust capacity-building strategy for the project based on the needs assessment and project objectives.
• Design and coordinate all activities related to the development of training programs, workshops, seminars, and other capacity-building initiatives for project stakeholders.
• Oversee the delivery of capacity-building activities, including scheduling, logistics, and coordination with trainers and participants.
• Build and manage relationships with relevant project stakeholders (internal and external) to ensure effective capacity-building interventions.
• Work with relevant project team members to develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks aimed at assessing the impact and effectiveness of capacity-building actions.
• Managing resources, budgets, and timelines for all capacity-building activities.
• Documenting and reporting on capacity-building outcomes and progress to project stakeholders.
• Stay updated on best practices and emerging trends in capacity-building within the agricultural sector.

Qualifications

• B.Sc or Master's Degree in a relevant field such as International Development, Agricultural Extension, Education, Development Studies, or a related discipline.
• At least five years of experience assessing capacity gaps and facilitating the design and implementation of capacity-building programs, preferably within the agriculture and rural development sector.
• Ability to assess capacity gaps and design tailored capacity-building initiatives.
• Excellent project management skills are essential to ensure timely and successful implementation of capacity-building activities.
• Strong knowledge of capacity-building methodologies, adult learning principles, and training program design.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with the project’s diverse partners.
• Strong organizational management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, adhere to tight deadlines, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to draw insights from data and develop recommendations.
• Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation frameworks and tool
• Knowledge of the agricultural sector, particularly in the context of smallholder farmers and mechanization interventions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Application Closing Date
29th February, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter as one document (PDF or Word) with complete contact details via email to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Applications will be reviewed, and online interviews will be conducted with shortlisted candidates before finalists are invited for on-site interviews.