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The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) is the cabinet-level ministry of the Nigerian government mandated to guarantee national food sovereignty, optimize agro-allied productivity, and drive rural socio-economic transformation. Originally established in 1966 and re-designated from its former name (FMARD) under the current administration, the ministry operates from its headquarters in Area 11, Garki, Abuja, under the leadership of Minister Senator Abubakar Kyari.

Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security embeds professionals, research scientists, and agro-entrepreneurs into Nigeria’s highest tier of sovereign development planning. Employees and technical partners gain deep operational exposure by designing macro-level policies, managing public-private partnerships (PPPs), and overseeing heavy infrastructure setups like the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ).

Individuals interested in the Jobs at Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security should review the job details, requirements, and application process provided below.

National Programme Coordinator

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Description:

The National Programme Coordinator will be responsible for the overall management and implementation of the VCN Programme, including management of the National Programme Coordination Office, coordination of the nine State Programme Offices and supervision of programme specialists and service providers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the establishment and staffing of the National Programme Coordination Office.
  • Oversee the establishment and functioning of the State Programme Coordination Offices.
  • Lead programme implementation, financial and asset management, contract management, personnel management, government liaison and external relations.
  • Ensure the development and implementation of an effective M&E system.
  • Lead the review and implementation of the Programme Implementation Manual and other guidelines.
  • Coordinate VCN implementation across participating states.
  • Provide guidance to programme staff at national and state levels.
  • Consolidate the states’ Annual Work Plans and Budgets with the NPCO’s AWPB and submit them for approval.
  • Oversee contracts for support staff, consultants and service providers.
  • Ensure timely submission of programme, financial, audit and M&E reports to FMAFS, IFAD and AFD.
  • Coordinate supervision missions and ensure implementation of recommendations.
  • Organise impact evaluations, beneficiary assessments, the Mid-Term Review and Final Evaluation.
  • Supervise day-to-day programme operations and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
  • Maintain relationships with government ministries, private-sector organisations, NGOs and other programme stakeholders.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics or a relevant discipline.
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience.
  • At least 7 years’ experience in project management or agriculture-related management positions within internationally funded agricultural development projects.
  • Experience with Government, IFAD, AFD, World Bank, AfDB or similar donor-funded programmes.
  • Strong strategic planning, programme management and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills.
  • Strong computer literacy.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English and relevant local languages.
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Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist (MES)

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Description:

The Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist will oversee all VCN monitoring and evaluation activities at national, state and LGA levels. The role is responsible for compiling, validating and reporting programme results and ensuring timely submission of M&E reports.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop the project-specific M&E Plan, including the M&E approach, processes, data collection tools, deliverables and responsibilities.
  • Support the development of the VCN M&E Management Information System (MIS).
  • Ensure consistency between the beneficiary database, reporting templates and the approved M&E Plan.
  • Coordinate data collection and reporting with State teams and implementing partners.
  • Provide technical support on M&E, MIS, data collection, analysis and reporting.
  • Maintain and update the project Logframe and physical progress performance reports.
  • Conduct data quality assurance checks and provide feedback to project staff and partners.
  • Guide service providers conducting COI surveys to ensure compliance with IFAD requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with project and IFAD requirements on data collection and ethical data use.
  • Build the capacity of VCN, LGA and State staff and partners on M&E and MIS.
  • Manage the beneficiary database and other project information and documentation.

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Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Statistics, Demography, Public Policy, International Development, Economics or a related field.
  • Advanced certification in M&E, Statistics or Economics is preferred.
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 7 years in a similar M&E role.
  • Experience implementing M&E systems for internationally funded agricultural development projects.
  • Experience with beneficiary monitoring, databases and project-level MIS.
  • Knowledge of qualitative, quantitative, mixed-method and impact evaluation approaches.
  • Strong analytical, communication, project management and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent computer literacy.
  • Fluency in English; knowledge of local Northern Nigerian languages is required/advantageous according to the source.
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Agricultural Production Specialist (APS)

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Description:

The Agricultural Production Specialist will manage activities focused on enhancing the productivity of smallholder farmers and will work closely with technical specialists, State Agricultural Production Officers and State Rural Infrastructure Officers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide guidance and supervision to State Agricultural Production Officers in implementing production activities.
  • Facilitate the introduction and cultivation of climate-resilient, high-yielding and pest/disease-tolerant crop varieties.
  • Liaise with service providers to ensure timely procurement and distribution of agricultural inputs such as seeds and fertilisers.
  • Oversee the contracting of private-sector extension service providers.
  • Strengthen the capacity of extension agents, State government extension workers and lead farmers on Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs).
  • Represent the NPC in meetings and field visits concerning agricultural production activities.
  • Consolidate State Annual Work Plans and Budgets for the relevant subcomponent.
  • Contribute to the preparation of annual programme progress reports.
  • Work with relevant departments of FMAFS, the National Agricultural Seed Council, research institutions and private-sector stakeholders.
  • Perform other duties assigned by the National Programme Coordinator.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Agronomy, Crop Production or another relevant discipline.
  • Membership of a recognised professional, project management, management or agricultural body is an advantage.
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 7 years in a similar role implementing agro-productivity activities in internationally funded agricultural development projects.
  • Experience working with international organisations, public-sector institutions and/or donor-funded agricultural projects.
  • Experience in training and capacity building.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Strong project management skills and basic knowledge of M&E.
  • Good writing skills and computer literacy.
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Rural Infrastructure Specialist (RIS)

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Description:

The Rural Infrastructure Specialist will provide technical guidance and support to State Rural Infrastructure Officers, LGA Engineers and beneficiaries in the implementation of VCN infrastructure investments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Contribute infrastructure-related information to the preparation of the VCN Annual Work Plan and Budget.
  • Participate in consultations and sensitisation workshops for Farmer Organisations and communities.
  • Participate in screening and ranking proposed community sub-projects.
  • Assess whether proposed civil works appropriately address community needs.
  • Ensure infrastructure interventions follow project requirements and work schedules.
  • Develop action plans for implementing infrastructure activities.
  • Develop operation and maintenance systems for market infrastructure with relevant partners.
  • Prepare consolidated quarterly progress and monitoring reports.
  • Participate in procurement of infrastructure studies, works and supervision services.
  • Prepare terms of reference, technical specifications and tender documents.
  • Analyse bids and proposals and support selection of consultants and contractors.
  • Supervise consulting engineers and review feasibility and detailed design studies.
  • Support supervision and quality control of construction works to ensure compliance with engineering standards, contracts and schedules.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Active membership of a recognised professional engineering body such as COREN or equivalent.
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 7 years in rural infrastructure activities under internationally funded agricultural development projects.
  • Experience in engineering design, infrastructure development and construction supervision.
  • Experience in training and capacity building.
  • Strong project management and basic M&E skills.
  • Experience working with government institutions, NGOs, donors and local government authorities.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
  • Excellent computer literacy.
  • Knowledge of IFAD or other international funding-agency procedures is an advantage.
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Food and Nutrition Specialist (FNS)

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Description:

The Food and Nutrition Specialist will coordinate food and nutrition activities under VCN and ensure that nutrition considerations are incorporated into programme planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate implementation of food and nutrition interventions under VCN.
  • Mainstream nutrition considerations across relevant programme investments and activities.
  • Support nutrition-sensitive agricultural planning and implementation.
  • Work with technical specialists to integrate nutrition into value-chain interventions.
  • Contribute to programme monitoring and reporting on food and nutrition outcomes.
  • Support nutrition-related assessments and data collection.
  • Develop and deliver training and capacity-building activities on food and nutrition.
  • Promote linkages between nutrition, agriculture, gender, youth and climate resilience.
  • Coordinate with relevant government institutions, partners and stakeholders.
  • Provide technical advice to State teams and implementing partners on nutrition-related activities.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Nutrition and Dietetics, Nutritional Science, Public Health Nutrition, Food Science or a related field.
  • Minimum 10 years relevant professional experience, including 7 years in a similar position.
  • Experience implementing food and nutrition initiatives under internationally funded agricultural development projects.
  • Experience mainstreaming nutrition into rural/agricultural development projects.
  • Experience in training and capacity building.
  • Knowledge of the interaction between nutrition, gender, youth and climate change.
  • Strong project management and basic M&E skills.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Excellent computer literacy.
  • Fluency in English and local Northern Nigerian languages.
  • Membership of a recognised professional food and nutrition body is an advantage.
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ICT4D / Agriculture Digital Solutions Specialist

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Description:

The ICT4D Specialist will lead the adaptation, implementation, coordination and scaling of digital innovations to improve smallholder productivity, market integration, climate resilience and nutrition-sensitive service delivery under VCN.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop the VCN digitalisation implementation strategy.
  • Lead implementation of digital advisory and extension services.
  • Implement Digital Climate Information Services and digital nutrition information services.
  • Support Agricultural Market Information Services, Digital Financial Services, e-market platforms and e-voucher systems.
  • Lead the use of farmer registries, databases, GIS, remote sensing, satellite imagery and geospatial analysis.
  • Promote AI-enabled solutions, including tools for pest and disease diagnosis and predictive analytics.
  • Provide technical guidance to service providers and programme teams on digital systems.
  • Support development of digital support systems for government departments, extension services, private-sector actors and business partners.
  • Review technical documents, terms of reference, bids and proposals to ensure digitalisation is properly integrated.
  • Develop technical documentation and train project staff, extension agents, farmers and other stakeholders.
  • Document and disseminate lessons learned from digital solutions.
  • Evaluate emerging digital innovations and identify technological opportunities.
  • Ensure digital technologies contribute to programme implementation, M&E, reporting and knowledge management.
  • Coordinate agriculture digitalisation working groups

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Information Technology and Management, Computer Science, ICTs in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Data Science, Agriculture or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 10 years relevant professional experience, including at least 7 years designing or implementing digital solutions for agricultural development programmes.
  • Proven experience in digital agriculture solutions.
  • Knowledge of AI, IoT and geospatial analytics and their application in agriculture.
  • Knowledge of digital governance, data management and interoperability.
  • Experience in training, capacity building and user support.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills.
  • Strong project management and basic M&E skills.
  • Experience with IFAD, World Bank, AfDB, AFD or similar development projects is an advantage
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Gender & Social Inclusion Specialist (GSIS)

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Description:

The Gender & Social Inclusion Specialist will lead the integration of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion across VCN, with particular focus on women, youth, persons with disabilities and other vulnerable or marginalised groups.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate mobilisation and beneficiary-selection processes to promote social inclusion and prevent elite capture.
  • Ensure project strategies and approaches are socially inclusive.
  • Coordinate implementation and delivery of the Gender Action Learning System (GALS) methodology.
  • Provide technical support and oversight to State Gender and Social Inclusion Officers.
  • Identify opportunities to reach male and female youth and promote gender equality.
  • Support State Project Coordinators to strengthen their leadership on gender equality and social inclusion.
  • Lead gender analysis in project target areas.
  • Integrate gender-focused questions into baseline surveys and assessments.
  • Design and deliver training on gender sensitisation, women’s empowerment and prevention of GBV, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse.
  • Facilitate inclusive and participatory stakeholder engagement.
  • Ensure women, youth, persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups participate in project decision-making.
  • Liaise with agriculture, women and social affairs, youth and other relevant authorities.
  • Integrate gender and social inclusion into project progress and annual reports.
  • Work with other technical specialists to mainstream gender and inclusion across their activities.
  • Provide technical support on gender-responsive planning and budgeting.

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Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Development Studies, Sociology, Anthropology, Rural Development, Women’s Studies or a related field.
  • Minimum 10 years relevant professional experience, including 7 years in a similar role.
  • Experience implementing gender and social inclusion initiatives in internationally funded agricultural development projects.
  • Experience in training and capacity building.
  • Experience conducting GALS training.
  • Strong project management and basic M&E knowledge.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
  • Strong computer literacy.
  • Fluency in English; knowledge of Northern Nigerian languages is an advantage.
  • Membership of a recognised gender/social inclusion professional body is an advantage.
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Climate Change and Environment Safeguards Specialist

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Description:

The Specialist will mainstream environmental sustainability and climate-change adaptation throughout VCN and oversee implementation of the programme’s environmental, social and climate safeguard instruments. The role also focuses on green growth, climate adaptation and resilience across agricultural value chains.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Mainstream environmental sustainability and climate-change adaptation into VCN activities.
  • Ensure implementation of the programme’s environmental, social and climate safeguard instruments.
  • Monitor compliance with environmental and climate safeguard requirements.
  • Support implementation of environmental, social and climate management plans.
  • Promote climate-resilient and environmentally sustainable agricultural value chains.
  • Identify opportunities for green growth and climate adaptation.
  • Strengthen climate resilience across programme value chains.
  • Ensure recommended climate mitigation and adaptation measures are implemented.
  • Support environmental and climate-related assessments and monitoring.
  • Provide technical guidance and capacity building to project teams and implementing partners.
  • Work with stakeholders to integrate climate and environmental considerations into programme planning and implementation.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Agriculture, Geography, Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management, Climate Sciences, Rural Development or a related field.
  • Minimum 10 years relevant experience, including 7 years in climate change adaptation, environmental or natural resource management activities.
  • Strong knowledge of climate change adaptation and climate-related risk assessment.
  • Experience with environmental and social safeguards.
  • Experience with GIS, environmental databases and remote sensing.
  • Experience in training and capacity building.
  • Strong project management and basic M&E skills.
  • Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
  • Knowledge of climate resilience, green growth and climate finance.
  • Experience with international financial institutions is preferable.
  • Membership of a relevant professional body is an advantage.
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Financial Controller (FC)

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Description:

The Financial Controller will provide leadership and oversight of the VCN financial management function, ensuring sound financial controls, accurate reporting, budget management and compliance with Government of Nigeria and donor requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee the programme’s financial management operations.
  • Establish and maintain effective financial management systems and procedures.
  • Prepare and monitor programme budgets.
  • Oversee financial transactions, accounting records and financial reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with IFAD, AFD and Government of Nigeria financial requirements.
  • Review financial reports and identify errors, trends and payment issues.
  • Oversee preparation of withdrawal applications and financial statements.
  • Coordinate financial audits and follow up on audit recommendations.
  • Maintain effective internal financial controls.
  • Provide financial guidance to programme management and implementing partners.
  • Supervise finance and accounting personnel.
  • Monitor designated accounts and programme funds.
  • Ensure timely and accurate financial information is available to programme management and development partners.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
  • Qualified Accountant with ACCA, CIMA, ICAN, CA, CPA or related qualification.
  • Minimum 10 years relevant post-qualification experience.
  • At least 5 years in a senior management position.
  • Experience setting up and maintaining computerized accounting systems.
  • Experience with government and donor-funded projects.
  • Experience managing multi-donor and decentralised operations is an advantage.
  • Familiarity with IFAD withdrawal applications, SOE/IFR, designated accounts and audit requirements is an advantage.
  • Good understanding of tax and statutory requirements.
  • Strong financial analysis, reporting and management skills.
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Accountant

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Description:

The Accountant will support the Financial Controller while handling the programme’s day-to-day accounting functions, including reconciliations, financial documentation, withdrawal applications and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Financial Controller in day-to-day accounting operations.
  • Maintain accurate accounting records and project financial reports.
  • Prepare and maintain financial documentation.
  • Conduct bank and other relevant reconciliations.
  • Support preparation of withdrawal applications.
  • Assist with financial reporting and analysis.
  • Monitor and document project transactions.
  • Support budget monitoring and expenditure tracking.
  • Ensure financial records are properly maintained and available for audit.
  • Provide financial information and supporting documentation when required.
  • Maintain strong working relationships with finance and non-finance colleagues, cooperating institutions and implementing partners.

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Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Statistics, Demography, Public Policy, International Development, Economics or a related field.
  • Advanced certification in M&E, Statistics or Economics is preferred.
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 7 years in a similar M&E role.
  • Experience implementing M&E systems for internationally funded agricultural development projects.
  • Experience with beneficiary monitoring, databases and project-level MIS.
  • Knowledge of qualitative, quantitative, mixed-method and impact evaluation approaches.
  • Strong analytical, communication, project management and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent computer literacy.
  • Fluency in English; knowledge of local Northern Nigerian languages is required/advantageous according to the source.
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Finance Officer (FO)

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Description:

The Finance Officer will provide operational support to the finance function under the supervision of the Financial Controller and in collaboration with the Accountant.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process payments and verify supporting documentation.
  • Track expenditures and enter financial data into the accounting system.
  • Support bank reconciliations and follow up on outstanding advances.
  • Collect required financial documentation from implementing units.
  • Support preparation of routine financial information.
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting and expenditure tracking.
  • Prepare payment documentation in line with approved budgets and authorisation procedures.
  • Prepare supporting schedules, reconciliations and draft financial data for review.
  • Ensure compliance with IPSAS cash basis, Government of Nigeria requirements and IFAD/AFD reporting requirements.
  • Check completeness of supporting documents before expenditure processing.
  • Maintain supplier, contract, fixed-asset, advance and reconciliation files.
  • Support external audit requests by providing financial data and documentation.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of financial management systems and procedures.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
  • Membership of a recognised professional accounting body such as ACCA, CPA, ANAN or ICAN.
  • Minimum 5 years relevant post-qualification experience, including 3 years in a similar position.
  • Practical experience with Government of Nigeria and donor-funded projects, including IFAD, AFD or World Bank.
  • Experience managing project budgets, financial reporting and donor compliance.
  • Strong knowledge of IPSAS cash basis and IFAD/AFD reporting requirements.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong accounting and computer skills.
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Senior Internal Auditor (SIA)

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Description:

The Senior Internal Auditor will provide independent and objective assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of VCN’s governance, risk management, internal controls and compliance arrangements. The position must remain independent of finance and accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct risk-based internal audit reviews.
  • Carry out compliance checks and test internal controls.
  • Verify implementation of corrective actions.
  • Report audit findings, recommendations and follow-up status independently.
  • Conduct audits in accordance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
  • Assess governance, risk management and internal control arrangements.
  • Identify financial and operational risks.
  • Review compliance with programme policies, procedures and donor requirements.
  • Provide recommendations for strengthening internal controls.
  • Follow up on implementation of agreed audit recommendations.
  • Maintain independence from accounting, payment processing and financial-management functions.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
  • Membership of a recognised professional accounting body such as ACCA, CPA, ANAN or ICAN.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in internal audit.
  • Experience with development-sector or international organisations is preferred.
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is highly desirable.
  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) is an advantage.
  • Strong knowledge of internal control and risk-management frameworks.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with audit software and data analytics is an advantage
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Procurement Specialist

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Description:

The Procurement Specialist will lead and coordinate VCN procurement activities and ensure compliance with applicable procurement guidelines, donor requirements, national regulations and the Project Implementation Manual.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and coordinate procurement activities for goods, works and services.
  • Prepare and update procurement plans.
  • Ensure procurement actions comply with IFAD and applicable Government of Nigeria procedures.
  • Coordinate preparation of tender documents and technical specifications.
  • Manage tendering and bid processes.
  • Review procurement documentation and ensure completeness.
  • Support evaluation and selection of suppliers, contractors and consultants.
  • Coordinate contract administration and monitoring.
  • Maintain procurement records and documentation.
  • Monitor procurement timelines and implementation.
  • Provide procurement guidance to project staff and implementing partners.
  • Conduct procurement training and capacity building.
  • Prepare procurement reports for programme management and relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Procurement Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering or a related field.
  • Chartered membership of CIPS, CILT, CISCM or equivalent.
  • Minimum 10 years relevant professional experience.
  • At least 7 years in procurement management for government and/or internationally funded agricultural development projects.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of IFAD Procurement Guidelines.
  • Knowledge of the Public Procurement Act, 2016, as amended, and its regulations.
  • Experience with FMAFS is an advantage.
  • Experience establishing procurement systems and conducting training is an advantage.
  • Strong contract management and procurement planning skills.
  • Excellent analytical, communication and report-writing skills.
  • Fluency in English and a national/local language.
  • Strong negotiation, coordination and organisational skills.
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Procurement Officer

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Description:

The Procurement Officer will assist the Procurement Specialist in coordinating VCN procurement activities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Examine procurement requests to ensure they are complete and comply with approved guidelines.
  • Assist in reviewing specifications and preparing tender documents.
  • Assist with the initial review of offers, evaluations and submissions.
  • Prepare technical and commercial correspondence with contractors and suppliers.
  • Identify potential sources of required goods and services.
  • Follow up with contractors to ensure compliance with required lead times.
  • Manage quotations and verify submitted quotations.
  • Participate in preparing the Procurement Unit’s Annual Work Plan and Budget.
  • Serve as a link between the Procurement Unit and other project components.
  • Participate in bid openings and bid management.
  • Facilitate correspondence with contractors and suppliers.
  • Perform other procurement duties assigned by the Procurement Specialist or Programme Coordinator.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Procurement Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering or a related field.
  • Membership of CIPS, CILT, CISCM or a related professional body.
  • Minimum 7 years relevant professional experience.
  • At least 5 years in procurement activities for internationally funded agricultural development projects.
  • Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure.
  • Strong computer literacy.
  • Experience with donor-assisted projects is an advantage.
  • Good communication and team-building skills.
  • Strong planning, organisation and recordkeeping skills.
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Procurement Assistant

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Description:

The Procurement Assistant will provide administrative and operational support to the Procurement Unit, particularly in procurement documentation, quotations, bid processes, records and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Procurement Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business Management, Finance or a related field.
  • Partly qualified member of CIPS, CILT, CISCM or a related professional body.
  • Minimum 5 years relevant post-qualification experience.
  • At least 3 years in procurement activities for internationally funded agricultural development projects.
  • Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
  • Strong computer literacy.
  • Experience with donor-assisted projects is an advantage.
  • Good communication and team-building skills.
  • Strong planning, organisation and recordkeeping skills.

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Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Development Studies, Sociology, Anthropology, Rural Development, Women’s Studies or a related field.
  • Minimum 10 years relevant professional experience, including 7 years in a similar role.
  • Experience implementing gender and social inclusion initiatives in internationally funded agricultural development projects.
  • Experience in training and capacity building.
  • Experience conducting GALS training.
  • Strong project management and basic M&E knowledge.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
  • Strong computer literacy.
  • Fluency in English; knowledge of Northern Nigerian languages is an advantage.
  • Membership of a recognised gender/social inclusion professional body is an advantage.
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Knowledge Management and Communication Specialist

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Description:

The Knowledge Management and Communication Specialist will coordinate VCN’s knowledge management, communication and learning activities, ensuring that programme lessons, results and good practices are documented and effectively shared.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate implementation of the VCN Knowledge Management, Communication and Learning Strategy.
  • Capture and document programme lessons, good practices and results.
  • Develop knowledge products and communication materials.
  • Coordinate communication campaigns and stakeholder outreach.
  • Support media engagement and public communication activities.
  • Document and disseminate programme achievements and lessons learned.
  • Facilitate knowledge-sharing events, workshops and learning activities.
  • Work with the M&E team to translate programme results into useful knowledge products.
  • Support advocacy and stakeholder engagement activities.
  • Strengthen communication between the NPCO, State offices, implementing partners and other stakeholders.
  • Build the capacity of project staff and partners on knowledge management and communication.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Communications, Journalism, Agriculture, Information Technology or a related discipline.
  • Membership of a recognised knowledge management or communication professional body is an advantage.
  • Minimum 10 years relevant professional experience.
  • At least 7 years in knowledge management and/or development communication in development projects.
  • Agriculture and rural development experience is preferred.
  • Experience in training and capacity building.
  • Proven experience in knowledge documentation and advocacy.
  • Experience developing and implementing communication strategies for agricultural development projects.
  • Strong project management and basic M&E skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong computer literacy.
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Rural Institutions Development Specialist

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Description:

The Rural Institutions Development Specialist will coordinate and monitor activities supporting MSMEs, Farmers’ Organisations and other rural institutions, with emphasis on institutional strengthening and sustainable rural development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate activities supporting Farmers’ Organisations, MSMEs and rural institutions.
  • Support identification and selection of eligible beneficiaries and rural organisations.
  • Strengthen institutional capacity of Farmers’ Organisations and other rural institutions.
  • Coordinate with relevant government departments and stakeholders.
  • Support development and implementation of institutional-strengthening strategies.
  • Promote participatory approaches in rural institution development.
  • Mainstream gender considerations into rural institution activities.
  • Support MSME development and related strategies.
  • Coordinate training and capacity-building activities.
  • Work with State teams and implementing partners to monitor rural institution activities.
  • Contribute to programme planning, reporting and M&E activities.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to rural institutions and service providers.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or higher in Rural Sociology, Agricultural Economics or a related discipline.
  • Membership of a recognised professional body in rural institutions development is an advantage.
  • Minimum 10 years relevant post-qualification experience.
  • At least 7 years in a similar role strengthening community development associations, rural institutions and Farmers’ Organizations.
  • Experience mainstreaming gender in internationally funded agricultural development projects.
  • Knowledge of participatory approaches and gender mainstreaming.
  • Proven experience strengthening MSME activities and strategies.
  • Strong writing and computer skills.
  • Experience in training and capacity building.
  • Strong project management and basic M&E skills.
  • Excellent coordination, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
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National Administrative and Human Resource Officer

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Description:

The National Administrative and Human Resource Officer will oversee administrative support for the VCN project and facilitate planning and implementation of personnel-management requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate administrative support to State Programme Implementation Units.
  • Facilitate preparation of the project’s Administrative Procedure Manual.
  • Support staff discipline and welfare in consultation with the NPC.
  • Establish and maintain an employee database.
  • Prepare personnel and administrative reports required under the project manual.
  • Initiate recruitment procedures for local staff and consultants.
  • Prepare and process staff and consultant contracts.
  • Support staff performance evaluations, rewards, training and leave administration.
  • Advise the NPC on administrative matters and participate in administrative planning.
  • Oversee operation and maintenance of the project office, vehicles, furniture, equipment and other assets.
  • Maintain the project asset register.
  • Address staff complaints and harassment in consultation with the NPC.
  • Organise regular general meetings of project staff.
  • Establish the administrative system provided for under the Project Administrative Manual.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Human Resource Management or a related humanities discipline.
  • Membership of a recognised management or HR professional body, such as the Chartered Management Institute, is an advantage.
  • Minimum 7 years post-qualification relevant professional experience.
  • At least 5 years in a similar administrative/HR role supporting internationally funded agricultural development projects.
  • Experience with IFAD, World Bank, AfDB or similar multilateral development organisations is preferred.
  • Strong administrative and HR management skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and management skills.
  • Excellent planning, organisation and recordkeeping skills.
  • Strong computer literacy.
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Applicants are required to submit their Expression of Interest (EOI) in 10 copies — one original and nine photocopies. Each application should include:

  • Updated CV
  • Application letter/cover letter tailored to the position
  • The envelope should be clearly marked: “EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) FOR THE RECRUITMENT OF NATIONAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT UNIT UNDER THE FGN/IFAD/AFD-VCN PROJECT.”

Applications should be addressed to:

The Permanent Secretary
Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security
c/o Director, Federal Department of Development Partners Projects
Fadama House, No. 1, Eldoret Close, Off Aminu Kano Crescent,
Wuse II, Abuja

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