LAGOS STATE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE RECRUITMENT | FEBRUARY 2018
Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture in conjunction with the Agro-processing, Productivity, Enhancement and Livelihood Improvement Support Project (APPEALS), invites applications for the following positions below:

Job Title: Environmental Officer
Location: Lagos
Project Summary
APPEALS Project is a Federal Government/World Bank agricultural initiative aimed at improving agricultural productivity of small and medium scale (SMEs) commercial farmers and increase value addition to priority Agricultural Value Chains in Lagos State especially in the area of rice, fishery and poultry.
Qualifications and Experience
Master’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences or other related disciplines
Manage and conduct environmental safeguard due diligence of new investment proposals
Identify all key potential environmental impacts and risks of a project and ensure that their appropriate mitigation measures are in place
Ensuring regular site inspections and environmental sampling and analysis is carried out
Preparation of environmental reports and tracking project performance against environmental key performances indicators and targets.
At least 3 years of relevant experience in working with public or private sector firms across industry sectors (including infrastructure, civil works, agribusiness, and/or processing) to identify environmental risk and issues and develop mitigation measures to ensure compliance with good international industry practice

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Job Title: Administrative Officer
Location: Lagos
Project Summary
APPEALS Project is a Federal Government/World Bank agricultural initiative aimed at improving agricultural productivity of small and medium scale (SMEs) commercial farmers and increase value addition to priority Agricultural Value Chains in Lagos State especially in the area of rice, fishery and poultry.
Qualifications and Experience
B.Sc. in Business Administration, Sociology or other related disciplines
Proven work experience as an Administrative Officer, Administrator or similar role
Solid knowledge of office procedures
Experience with office management software like MS Office (MS Excel and MS Word, specifically)
Strong organizational skills, with a problem-solving attitude
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


Job Title: MIS/ICT Officer
Location: Lagos
Project Summary
APPEALS Project is a Federal Government/World Bank agricultural initiative aimed at improving agricultural productivity of small and medium scale (SMEs) commercial farmers and increase value addition to priority Agricultural Value Chains in Lagos State especially in the area of rice, fishery and poultry.
Qualifications and Experience
B.Sc degree in Agricultural Economics, GIS, Computer Science, Information Technology or other related disciplines
Minimum of five (5) years post qualification experience in MIS and ICT
Microsoft certifications is a requirement
Install and configure computer hardware operating systems and applications
Monitor and maintain computer systems and networks
Troubleshoot system and network problems, diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults
Replace parts as required
Support the roll-out of new applications
Set up new users’ accounts and profiles and deal with password issues
Test and evaluate new technology
Conduct electrical safety checks on computer equipment
Knowledge and application of computer applications such Virtual Basic, SQL is essential including familiarity with Big data.
Higher qualification will be an advantage


Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Location: Lagos
Project Summary
APPEALS Project is a Federal Government/World Bank agricultural initiative aimed at improving agricultural productivity of small and medium scale (SMEs) commercial farmers and increase value addition to priority Agricultural Value Chains in Lagos State especially in the area of rice, fishery and poultry.
Qualifications and Experience Required
Master’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Economics, Statistics, Agricultural Extension or other relevant degree.
Ph.D is an added advantage.
At least 5 years of post-qualification experience in Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation of developmental projects.
Excellent knowledge of statistics and research methodology, including skills in sampling techniques and use of computer software for statistical and other relevant applications;
Ability to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders;
Demonstrated ability in report writing and presentation.


Job Title: Commercialization & Business Development Officer
Location: Lagos
Project Summary
APPEALS Project is a Federal Government/World Bank agricultural initiative aimed at improving agricultural productivity of small and medium scale (SMEs) commercial farmers and increase value addition to priority Agricultural Value Chains in Lagos State especially in the area of rice, fishery and poultry.
Qualifications and Experience
B.Sc degree in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness or Business Administration with bias to Agriculture.
Minimum of five (5) years post qualification experience.
Fluency in English and local language widely spoken in the Project Area will be a major advantage.
Knowledge and application of computer is essential.
Market facilitation (market and price information), registration and approval of product with NAFDAC, Nigeria Export Promotion council (NEPC) and Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON),
capacity building on product quality and standards, packaging, market linkages , and linkages to financial institutions.
Higher qualification will be an advantage.
Experience in Business/Marketing concept of specific state value chain is essential.

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Job Title: Productivity Enhancement Specialist
Location: Lagos
Project Summary
APPEALS Project is a Federal Government/World Bank agricultural initiative aimed at improving agricultural productivity of small and medium scale (SMEs) commercial farmers and increase value addition to priority Agricultural Value Chains in Lagos State especially in the area of rice, fishery and poultry.
Qualifications and Experience
Master’s Degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Mechanization, and other related disciplines.
Experience working with agro-input or advisory services companies, research institute or CG center
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in technology dissemination projects
Ability to build partnership with research centres, extension organizations and technology innovation centres and agro-allied commercial technology businesses.
Clear understanding of cropping calendar, weather information and climate smart agricultural practices
Excellent understanding of value chain analysis, development and Good Agricultural Practices.


Job Title: Rural Infrastructure Engineers (Civil and Electrical)
Location: Lagos
Project Summary
APPEALS Project is a Federal Government/World Bank agricultural initiative aimed at improving agricultural productivity of small and medium scale (SMEs) commercial farmers and increase value addition to priority Agricultural Value Chains in Lagos State especially in the area of rice, fishery and poultry.
Qualifications and Experience Required
B.Sc. degree in Civil Engineering and Electrical.
Professional qualification: COREN, MNSE, etc.
Minimum of seven (7) years field experience in construction and power/energy supply for Civil and Electrical Engineers respectively.
Higher qualification will be an advantage.
Strong knowledge of computer applications including engineering design software, etc.
Fluency in local language is a major advantage
Ability to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders


Job Title: Communication Officer
Location: Lagos
Project Summary
APPEALS Project is a Federal Government/World Bank agricultural initiative aimed at improving agricultural productivity of small and medium scale (SMEs) commercial farmers and increase value addition to priority Agricultural Value Chains in Lagos State especially in the area of rice, fishery and poultry.
Qualifications and Experience
Master’s degree in Development Communications, Mass Communication, MBA, Agricultural Extension, and related discipline
A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in development communication
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to prepare multimedia content e.g. features, articles, press releases, blog etc
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain partnerships with media organizations
Well-developed understanding of social media and digital communications.
Communications experience in a private or public-sector environment highly regarded.
Experience with Content Management Systems
Manage and maintain the website in collaboration with ICT/MIS officer
Responding to media queries


Job Title: Women and Youth/Livelihood Specialist
Location: Lagos
Project Summary
APPEALS Project is a Federal Government/World Bank agricultural initiative aimed at improving agricultural productivity of small and medium scale (SMEs) commercial farmers and increase value addition to priority Agricultural Value Chains in Lagos State especially in the area of rice, fishery and poultry.
Qualifications and Experience
A minimum of Master’s degree in Agricultural Economics, MBA, Economics, Sociology, Gender and Development Studies, and other related disciplines
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in development projects (with livelihood components)
Experienced in participatory stakeholder consultation and engagement
Demonstrated ability to mobilise group for action e.g. group formation, credit administration or social action
Excellent facilitation skills and experience in preparing and reviewing business plans or proposal
Good knowledge of social development/safeguard issues such as gender and youth policies & issues
Strong knowledge of computer applications including Geo-enabling or Geographical Information System skill is an added advantage
Experience in coordinating stakeholder feedback or inquiries

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