Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) C-LAP Project recruitment (nationwide)

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Accelerated Building Technologies Limited, requires the services of motivated and energetic individuals familiar with agricultural technology and relevant field work for its Comprehensive Local Agriculture Plan (C-LAP) project in the 774 Local Government Areas of Nigeria. C-LAP is an Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) project. Project C-LAP is a blueprint for bringing about ‘Agricultural Revolution’ in Nigeria. Applications are invited for the positions below:   Job Title: Field Data Collector Location: Nationwide Slot: 3 for each LGA of the federation Job Description

• Data collection, Data mining, Compilation, verification and sorting
• Reviewing data for deficiencies or errors, correcting any incompatibilities
• Data Entry and Analysis
• Adhere to all data collection protocols during data collection activities
• Submit report on the activities covered and completed in addition toother ad hoc reports as required
• Assist the senior officers in any other duty as may be assigned

Requirements

• WASC and above. Field experience in agricultural activities and data collection is an advantage. Intermediate computer skills are essential.
• Candidate must reside in the LGA of interest, and should be able to communicate in the local language

    Job Title: Agriculture Officer Location: Nationwide Slot: 1 for each LGA of the federation Job Description

• Assist Director of Farms (International Expert) in Strategy development and execution. Drive the management and communication plan for scheme activities and overall supervision of local staff.
• Knowledge sharing with technical institutions/ NGOs / Agribusiness support agencies and training of project staff
• Monitor and advise on global and regional agricultural research trends
• Assist in the supervision of the field activities
• Assist project management team on project execution
• Liaise with the local farmers. Facilitate training and capacity building programs
• Assist in identifying land for farms,liaising with assigned LGA (Local Government Authority)
• Overall monitoring and supervision of the LGA activities under the project
• Prepare, review and analyze reports from field officers translating the report findings into actionable goals by the State Agricultural Expert.

Requirements

• University degree/PG in Agriculture Sciences or related field, 5 years field experience, willing to travel extensively in rural areas.
• Candidate must reside in the LGA of interest, and should be able to communicate in the local language

    How to Apply Interested and quaified candidates should: Click here to apply   And Candidates must also submit hard copies of the applications to the office of the LGA Chairman of their Local Government Area of origin. Note: Application received after the closing date above will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidate will be called for the interviews.   Application Deadline  23rd October, 2017.

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