ACDI/VOCA Nigeria Vacancies [4 Positions]

ACDI/VOCA – For over 50 years and in 146 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 34 projects in 26 countries and revenues of approximately $174 million.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
Id: 4406
Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• We are currently seeking Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist candidates for an upcoming USAID funded, multi-year agricultural competitiveness program in Nigeria.
• The purpose of this activity is to strengthen agriculture productivity and profitability of smallholder farmers.

Responsibilities

• Manages monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of the program and the M&E staff.
• Responsible for the collection, input, analysis, and dissemination of accurate data in order to monitor and evaluate the impact of the project’s activities on its beneficiaries.
• Guides the technical direction of the M&E approach and strategy.
• Responsible for all communication and reporting needs for the program.

Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree in Evaluation, Social Sciences, or related field is required.
• At least 10 years of professional work experience in M&E with emphasis on developing, implementing, and managing M&E systems for large-scale development projects.
• At least 5 years of professional work experience in M&E systems for rural/agriculture and market systems development.
• Specialized Knowledge/Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Incumbent should have demonstrated advanced Information and Communications Technology (ICT) skills. Experience with gender mainstreaming in agriculture projects.

Application Closing Date: 8th March, 2017.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Chief of Party
Id: 4408
Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• We are currently seeking Chief of Party candidates for an upcoming USAID funded, multi-year agricultural competitiveness program in Nigeria. The purpose of this activity is to strengthen agriculture productivity and profitability of smallholder farmers.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership management and general technical direction of the entire program.
• Identify issues and risks related to program implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate program adjustments.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Agricultural science, Economics, Marketing, Trade or other relevant graduate degree.
• 10 years or more of progressively responsible work experience in managing and implementing rural development programs with demonstrated strong management and coordinating skills.
• Substantial management experience and knowledge of project management, private sector development, gender mainstreaming and working in a multi-cultural environment.
• Prior USAID Chief of Party experience is preferred.
• Fluency in English is required.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Incumbent should demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills as pertain to applications for agriculture and enterprise development. Proven ability to identify and develop innovative public-private partnerships.

Application Closing Date: 8th March, 2017.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Technical Expert
Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• ACDI/VOCA is currently looking for qualified candidates for both international and local positions for an upcoming 5-year USAID/Nigeria Feed the Future funded project in the following technical areas:
  • SME/Agribusiness Development
  • Access to Finance
  • Financial Services
  • Business Enabling Environment, Legal and Regulatory Frameworks
  • Trade Facilitation
  • Employment/Job Creation
  • Public/Private Partnerships
  • Finance, Grants, Loans and Sub-Contract Management

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in specific technical area
• 5+ years of experience working in international donor funded project
• Strong managerial, analytical and communication skills
• Fluency in English required. Fluency in Russian is preferred
• Experience in working in relevant sectors in Nigeria is highly preferred

Application Closing Date: 9th March, 2017.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Finance and Administration Manager
Id : 4407
Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• We are currently seeking Finance and Administration Manager candidates for an upcoming USAID funded, multi-year agricultural competitiveness program in Nigeria. The purpose of this activity is to strengthen agriculture productivity and profitability of smallholder farmers.

Responsibilities

• The incumbent is responsible for activities related to the financial and administrative management of the project.
• S/he oversees all financial operations of the project, including financial oversight of the grant fund and prepares monthly financial statements.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in a relevant field such as an MBA, Accounting, Financial Management, or specialized accounting certification such as ACA, ACCA or CPA, or other recognized accounting or business management degrees or certifications.
• 10 years of professional work experience in accounting or business management including experience related to cost control, resource development, strategic planning and financial aid.
• Previous experience in financial management of USAID projects or development projects with other international organizations is highly desirable.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Incumbent should have demonstrated experience in working with industry standard accounting software and Excel spreadsheets.

Application Closing Date: 8th March, 2017.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note:

• No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted.
• Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.