Federal Department of Rural Development (FDRD) recruitment,
January 2014
Federal Department of Rural Development (FDRD) - The Federal
Government of Nigeria has secured a credit from the International Fund
for Agricultural Development (IFAD) for the implementation of Value
Chain Development Programme (VCDP).
The VCDP will address the constraints along the cassava and rice Value
Chains in Anambra, Ebonyi, Benue, Taraba, Niger and Ogun States. The
programme comprises three complementary and mutually reinforcing
components viz: Agricultural Market Development; Smallholder
Productivity Enhancement: and Programme Coordination and
Management.
The specific objective of the Programme is to enhance on a
sustainable basis, the incomes and food security of poor rural
households engaged in production, processing and marketing of rice and cassava in the participating states.
For effective programme take-off, the FMARD is constituting a
National Programme Management Unit (NPMU) at the Programme
Headquarters in Abuja. Consequently, part of the proceeds of the
VCDP credit will be applied to engage the services of the following
officers at the Programme Headquarters, Abuja.

National Programme Coordinator(NPC)
Financial Controller (FC)
Procurement Officer (PO)
Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
Knowledge Management and Communication Advisor
(KMC)
Market and Enterprise Development Advisor
Agricultural Production Advisor (APA)
These positions are open to serving public officers as well as other
interested candidates. Details of the requirements for the positions
areas follows:-

Job Title: National Programme Coordinator (NPC)
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities
The National Programme Coordinator will be
responsible for the overall management and
implementation of the Agricultural Value Chain
Programme.
She/he will also be responsible for managing the team
of experts within the NPMU and ensuring their
performance and that of the Service providers hired
to implement programme activities.
A key element of the position will be to ensure that
the programme achieve its development objectives.

Specific Duties:
Head the secretariat of the National Programme
Steering Committee (NPSC).
Responsible for the coordination of implementation of
the programme among the participating states.
Provide guidance to the Programme Staff at both the
national and state levels.
Liaise with other relevant Programmes and Technical
Departments in the Public sector and Private Sector
Consolidate the State Annual Work Plan and Budget
(AWPB) and submit to NPSC and IFAD for approval.
Oversee the contracting of support staff and
consultants, particularly Value Chain Service Providers.
Supervision and coordination of the State Programme
Management Unit (SPMU).
Convene and host periodic meeting with the staff of
SPMU.
Ensure timely delivery of quality reports (AWPB,
semi-annual reports, financial statements, audit
reports, RIMS data, etc) to FDRD and IFAD.
Coordinate supervision mission and ensure the
implementation of recommendations (supervision and
audits).
Organize impact evaluation, beneficiary assessment,
Mid-Term Review and Final Evaluation of the project.

Reporting and Location:
The position will be in the NPMU office located in
Abuja. The NPC will report directly to Director, FDRD,
and indirectly to the National Programme Steering
Committee (NPSC). As the secretary to the NPSC,
the NPC will also report quarterly to the NPSC.
Terms of Appointment:
Two year contract, subject to renewal for a
maximum of 6 years, based on performance.

Qualification and Experience
Masters or Higher Level University Degree in
Agriculture, Agricultural Economics or other relevant
discipline
Minimum of 15 years post-qualification experience,
Including at least 10 years in agriculture-related
management position of donor funded projects.
Proven record in the field of project preparation,
coordination and supervision of agricultural projects,
particularly agricultural Value Chain.
Good writing skills and computer literacy will be an
advantage.


Job Title: Financial Controller (FC)
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities
Reporting to the National Programme Coordinator, the
Programme Financial Controller (FC) will be responsible
for overseeing the management and administration of
the Programmer's finances.

Specific Duties:
Ensure the Programme's financial procedures, as
detailed in the Programme Implementation and Financial
Manuals, are strictly adhered to by all Programme
Staff and implementing partners at the national and
state levels.
Facilitate the timely disbursement of Programme
funds to the various accounting units.
Compile Statement of Expenditures (SOEs) for the
NPMU and other implementing partners for timely
preparation of withdrawal applications.
Ensure adherence to International Financial Reporting
System, as well as Government of Nigeria financial
practices and circulars as issued from time to time.
Maintain sound accounting system that ensures
installation of good and complete chart of accounts,
and maintain all relevant books of accounts that ensures complete recording and reporting of all financial arid non-financial transactions of the Programme at all levels.
Facilitate and ensure that external auditors are
provided with all necessary documents and information
during the audit as detailed in the Financing Agreement.
Prepare consolidated financial reports and statements
and advising Programme Coordinator on the Program

Job Title: Procurement Officer (PO)
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities
The Procurement Officer will be responsible for the
management of Programme procurement activities as
part of Programme
Implementation arrangements, in accordance with
relevant National and IFAD Procurement Guidelines,
building capacities of other Programme Implementing
Partners.
Specific Duties:
Undertake procurement activity as per the draft
Procurement Plan which provides the estimated cost
s and the basis for the
procurement methods for each procurement item
under the programme.
Prepare technical specifications for procurement of
goods, works and services.
Prepare bidding documents, tender notices, and
invitations for bids.
Receive, open and evaluate bids, as well as finalize
contracts.
Administer contracts to ensure compliance with the
contract conditions, payment terms.
Maintain all the records relating to procurement.
Maintain a separate record relating to complaints and
their redressal.
Update periodically the Procurement Plan in agreement
with the Programme team to reflect the actual
programme implementation needs and improvements in
institutional capacity.
Ensure implementation of agreed procurement
arrangements.
Prepare procurement implementation reports in
accordance with reporting requirements of IFAD and
the government for both
the NPMU and consolidated reports for the entire
programme.
Providing guidance and supervision for the state, the
beneficiaries and service providers.
Ensuring that the procurement capacity of state,
beneficiaries and service providers is developed.

Terms of Appointment:
Two year contract, subject to renewal for a
maximum of 6 years, based on performance.

Qualification and Experience
University Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
qualification. Masters degree will bean added advantage
Minimum of 7 years of relevant post qualification
experience in donor supported programmes.
Strong background and experience in successfully
carrying out procurement using similar procedures,
methods, specifications
etc.
Knowledge (at least 6 years) of internationally
accepted 'best practice' systems, the Nigerian
Procurement Laws and guidelines and experiences in
working with donor funded projects.
Good writing skills and good computer skills required
Ability of team spirit, good interpersonal and conflict
management skills
Integrity and confidentiality.
Interpersonal and time management skills.



Job Title: Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities
The Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation (PME) Specialist
will have overall responsibility for coordinating and
facilitating the planning, M&E activities related to the
Programme Implementation.
The Specialist will ensure that robust systems for
PME are established and fully linked to other
information and knowledge systems, to enable the
Programme to be flexible and responsive to changing
circumstances.
The Specialist will also assess needs and capacity for
PME at national level and accordingly design and
implement capacity building programmes.
The Specialist will work closely with relevant NPMU
and SPMU staff to ensure a coherent and
collaborative approach to
PME.
Specific Duties:
Develop the Programme M&E System on the basis of
the programme's Logical Frame work taking into
account Government
monitoring frameworks;
Organize and supervise focused baseline surveys at
the beginning of the programme be undertaken by a
contracted institution;
Prepare an M&E Plan, Including the programme's
monitoring formats;
Establish indicators for outputs, outcomes and impact,
monitor implementation processes and performance,
and assess outputs and outcomes;
Foster participatory planning and M&E by training and
involving stakeholder groups;
Oversee design of a field-based system for the
programme monitoring that incorporates the logical
framework approach;
Presume essential data to be included in quarterly,
semi-annual and annual reports;
Monitor financial and physical progress as well as
reporting back to stakeholders to create a better
learning environment; undertake project and thematic
evaluations;
Integrate the M&E system into the overall programme
coordination and organization function and with other
information and
knowledge systems;
Ensure capture of intended impact as well as
successes and failures: prepare reports and guide
staff in preparing their progress reports;
Organize and oversee annual review and planning
workshops and preparation of annual workplans and
budgets:
Inform and join supervision missions by screening and
analyzing reports;
Support advocacy efforts through providing evidence
of impact gathered through the M&E system. closely
linked to knowledge management activities;
Undertake any other duties that may be assigned to
him/her by the National Programme Coordinator.

Terms of Appointment:
Two year contract, subject to renewal for a
maximum of 6 years, based on performance.

Qualification and Experience
Masters or Higher Level University Degree in
Agricultural Economics, Economics Statistics or other
relevant field.
Proficient in the use of databases and spreadsheets, in
the use of statistical and other software packages
for both quantitative and qualitative analysis and
demonstrated skills in quantitative and qualitative
analysis and data management.
Experience in analyzing complex programmes or
policies.
A minimum of 10 years experience working in M&E
and/or project management in areas such as
agriculture, marketing, rural finance - and policy
matters.
Proven experience in designing and implementing
successful M&E systems and developing MIS.
Solid understanding of use of modern information and
communication technology (ICT) in development and
excellent knowledge of computer-based
communication stools, In particular web-based
technology.
Experience in facilitation, in particular of learning
processes.
Strong written and oral communication skills.

Job Title: Knowledge Management and Communication
Advisor
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities
The Knowledge Management and Communication
(KMC) officer will have overall responsibility for
coordinating, supporting and facilitating the KMC
activities related to the Programme Implementation.
The Officer will work closely with the Planning,
Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) Officer in provide
leadership, guidance and capacity building in KMC and
PME.
The Officer will develop and implement the
Programme Knowledge Management and
Communication Strategy.
Specific Duties:
Develop and manage the implementation of the KMC
strategy.
Prepare a KMC plan for actions at national, state and
local levels.
Develop and manage relevant databases.
Develop relevant guidelines for enhancing institutional
culture of learning and knowledge-sharing.
Play a leading rote in external relations, building relations
with media personnel, liaison and public relations.
Guide staff on information collection, processing, and
information dissemination methods.
Foster partnerships and linkages for broader
knowledge-sharing and learning with other related
initiative, aiming at synergy and alliance building.
Ensure that innovative experiences, naming and good
practices are captured, synthesized, documented and
shared continuously within the Programme, within the
relevant stakeholders and, with the IFAD Country
Programme Team (CPT) and with in-country
partners, IFAD and other regional and international
partners.
Put in place systems to facilitate the collection,
analysis, documentation and sharing of lessons and good
practice.
In close collaboration with the PME Officer ensure the
effective management of the KMC Programme,
including quality management, reporting, and monitoring
and evaluation; ensure that information systems are
integrated.
Provide technical back stopping and guidance to
capacity building activities of the Programme;
Ensure that the relevant tools and processes are in
pace for implementing staff to collect, process/
analyze, store and share
information and knowledge, and ensure relevant staff
have the capacity to use them.
Establish information technology requirements for
effective implementation of the IKMC strategy.
Assess and establish appropriate communication
channels to be used for different stakeholders.
Plan and coordinate alt communication and advocacy
campaigns through mass media, newsletters,
stakeholders meetings, and other communication
channels as appropriate.
Develop and disseminate information and knowledge
products as appropriate.
Facilitate programme's annual review workshops,
impact assessment studies, Mid Term Reviews and
completion.
Assist in developing communication tools to enable
monitoring and evaluation of project's activities.
Monitor and evaluate performance of the
programme's IKMC strategy.

Terms of Appointment:
Two year contract, subject to renewal for a
maximum of 6 years, based on performance.

Qualification and Experience
Higher-level University Degree in afield related to
communication, Journalism, or a related discipline.
Experience in Agricultural Communication will be an
added advantage.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in information,
knowledge management, and/or development
communication, preferably in
tire agriculture and rural development sector.
Experience in extension services an advantage.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in ICT.
Proven ability in documentation and advocacy;
demonstrated capacity to develop and oversee
implementation of presentations, communication and
reporting skills
Strong oral and Written communication skills.




Job Title: Market and Enterprise Development Advisor
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities
The Market and Enterprise Development Advisor
(MEDA) will work in close collaboration with SPMU
Business and Market Development Officer (SBMDO),
the SPMU Agricultural Processing and Quality
Enhancement Officer and the National Authorities.
Overall, The NMEDA will lead the sub-component
designed to increase value addition and improve access
to markets by small and medium-scale producers and
processors.

Specific Duties:
Coordinate the development, implementation and
monitoring of VCD measures and activities in
supporting policy and regulatory framework for
promoting enabling environment for VCD.
Provide the leadership, technical guidance and
supervision for the initiation and execution of support
measures, activities and processes for quality control
and standardization of processed products under the
VCDP.
Lead and supervise the formulation and implementation
of measures and interventions for increasing the
access of VC operators to market information and
improving market linkages between producers,
processors and market operators.
Develop and supervise the execution of VCDP
measures and interventions designed to strengthen the
business management capacity of post-harvest VC
operators (individuals and organizations) for improved
business, organizational and
corporate performance and sustainability.
Give technical direction and management leadership in
identifying actions and mechanisms for the
implementation of the measures and activities in
promoting the use of value addition technologies
including post-harvest handling, processing, storage and
packaging.
Deal and interact with national and state government
agencies in consultative and collaborative activities.
Select service providers where necessary and
formulation of TDRs and scope of work for the
service providers.
Supervise, monitor and certify the work of service
providers for the various activities and assignments.
Provide technical supervision of the Work of States'
Business and Market Development Officers and the
State Agricultural Processing and Quality Enhancement
Officers.
Provide technical guidance and coordination for the
acquisition of agro-processing equipment and
technologies under the VCDP Source and use
information from various sources for the
implementation and coordination of activities and
measures for the promotion of value addition and
improvement of market access by VC operators: and
Design capacity building and technical assistance
measures and activities iv the areas of policy and
regulatory support, value addition, market access,
business management, quality control and
standardization.

Terms of Appointment:
Two year contract, subject to renewal for a
maximum of 6 years, based on performance.

Qualification and Experience
Master's Degree in Business Management, Marketing,
Agribusiness, or related fields.
Strong background in business and marketing blended
with practical skills and at least 7 years work
experience iv issues and
programmes relating to agricultural commodity
marketing, agro processing and agro-industnial
development and MSME promotion.
Good negotiation, inter-personal and relational skills.
Previous experience in working with government and
private sector will be a great advantage.

Job Title: Agricultural Production Advisor (APA)
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities
The Agricultural Production Advisor will be responsible
for the overall management of the activities related In
productivity improvement of Smallholder farmers.
Specific Duties:
Provide guidance to the Agricultural Production/FFS
and Rural institutions and Gender Mainstreaming
Officers at state level in
periodic meetings convened by the National
Programme Coordinator and during periodic field visits.
Liaise With other relevant programmes and technical
departments in the public sector such as the Federal
Fertilizer Department, the National Agricultural Seed
Council, the National Root and Tuber Crop Research
Institute, the National Cereals Research Center.
Liaise with any other stakeholder such as IITA, Africa
Rice, seed companies, agro-dealers at the Federal
level.
Design and set up the overall distribution scheme of
certified seeds/improved cassava cuttings,
fertilizers, and herbicides as
well as of equipment at state and LGA level.
Manage the procurement procedure of fertilizers,
foundation seeds and cassava cuttings, certified seeds
and improved cassava cuttings, herbicides and
equipment(threshers, power tillers, seed processing
plant. sprayers).
Oversee the contracting of the service provider
responsible for implementing the activity pertaining to,
promoting and
disseminating sustainable agricultural practices through
the FFS approach.
Manage the procurement procedure of service
providers for FOs' capacity building.
Consolidate state progress reports and contribute to
the drafting of periodic project progress reports of
the NPMU.
Consolidate the state annual work plans and budgets
for component2.
Contribute to the design of TORs of impact
evaluation, beneficiary assessment, mid-term review
and final evaluation of the project.

Terms of Appointment:
Two year contract, subject to renewal for a
maximum of 6 years, based on performance.

Qualification and Experience
Masters or Higher Level University Degree in
Agronomy, Agriculture and other relevant discrpline.
Minimum of 10 years post-qualification experience
including at least 7 years in implementation of
productivity enhancement projects using participatory
approaches and gender mainstreaming.
Proven record in the field of project implementation
of productivity enhancement project.
Good writing skills and computer literacy will be an
advantage.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications to:

The Director,
Federal Department of Rural Development
No. 30 127, Algiers Street,
Beside PDP National Secretariat,
Wuse Zone 5, Abuja, FCT.

Note:
This position is open to serving public officers as well
as other interested candidates.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. All
applications must bear the positions applied for, on
the top right hand side of the envelopes.
Application Deadline 18th February, 2014.

i am more or less interested in the implementation of this programe rather than these job openings,do u have any idea on when it will kick start and what it is all about

Too long. Thankx to d OP

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications to:

The Director,
Federal Department of Rural Development
No. 30 127, Algiers Street,
Beside PDP National Secretariat,
Wuse Zone 5, Abuja, FCT.

No E-mail ad to forward to??
No Postal address??

All is well anyway.

government they do contract employment again. WTF is wrong with this country?

Thanks

adezjamz: Thanks

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Thanks OP
What are the qualifications and Experience required for the Financial Controller? It seems to be omitted.

Very bad ,,no email or phone number., ,,just to drop application letter all the way from LAGOS ,,I think this is a leaked slot job, I don't know who sent this guy to post it here.... .Thanks anyway ,at least,,,those living inside or around FCT will have chance to drop it, ,but the bad news is, hope of getting the job was very slim

Nice pots

I get the Qualification but the 10yrs experience na issue..
Very soon if u don't have 100 yrs experience you won't get a job in this 9ja, Haba with 10 yrs experience it means those with jobs are getting more jobs or switching jobs and us without say jobless, just recycling same old cargoes even these yeye lecturers.

Ten years experience? Well, they know what they are looking for..

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