The specialist will support the state government in the development of an Agricultural Policy document, which will strengthen and guide the operations of agricultural promotion and investment in the project state. This is a contract position based in Abuja, over a twelve (12) weeks period. The policy document must be completed within the specified consultancy time frame.As Policy Development Specialist you will:
Facilitate agricultural development through value chain approach
Enhance effectiveness of the sector by strengthening agricultural research, innovation, and extension
Prioritize infrastructure development in the agricultural sector
Promote agricultural mechanization and target research to develop appropriate machinery
Promote state opportunities for private sector investment in agriculture
Foster inclusion of youth, women and other vulnerable groups in agricultural sector with emphasis on employment generation and poverty reduction
Enhance inter-governmental collaboration in policy planning and implementation
Ensure inclusive and equitable management of agricultural resources
Provide technical support to partners and facilitate development of policy document
Propose strategy and guidance for policy formulation and all other activities
Liaise with relevant stakeholders and project partners to gather necessary background information
Jointly review completed policy document with assembled team before submission to state government
Any other tasks that may be assigned
You will have:​
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
At least 3 years of work experience conducting similar assignment
Knowledge of government systems and policy development processes
Ability to develop well written, cohesive analyses and reports
Stakeholder engagement experience
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Excellent communication, analytical and policy strategy skills
Ability to travel (40% travel involved)
This position is only open to candidates with Nigerian work eligibility
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We welcome hearing from qualified and interested applicants. To apply submit a single Word document resume and cover letter by Friday, July 19, 2017, at 5 PM WAT. Due to a high volume of applicants, please understand that we are able to contact only those who meet the minimum qualifications. No phone calls, please.TechnoServe encourages diversity in all levels and across all facets of our organization. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, ages, HIV/AIDS status, protected veteran status, disability and all other protected classes.
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