A company based in Abuja is currently looking for a young and vibrant individual to fill the position of a Communications Officer that will manage and improve all communication flow within and outside the company.

The Key Responsibilities for this role includes:
o Provide support and guidance to project team to ensure project and donor communications obligations are met
o Develop key messages, press releases, and statements for external audiences, in response to evolving events.
o Participate in relevant communications-related working groups with local and international organizations and associations in Nigeria.
o Create contents - multimedia and visual resources, maximizing the use of internal communications platforms, and increasing program and impact visibility.
o Oversee the creation and maintenance of a digital communications resources - fact sheets, success stories, lessons learned, communiqué’s, and any other relevant materials
o Inform and support learning activities, including field visits, focus groups, workshops, roundtables, and other events
o Manage all the company’s social media pages
o Provide support in carrying out project research

Required Skills and Experiences
o A degree in Communications, Public Relations, or similar relevant field
o 2-3 years previous working experience as communications specialist
o Ability to break down complex concepts and terminologies in simple language.
o Experience and knowledge in creating website and social media content
o Excellent portfolio with proven track record in creative writing
o Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
o Up-to-date with the latest trends, strategies and technologies in digital influencing.
o Outstanding organizational and time-management skills.
o Some graphic design skills and ability to develop simple infographics is a plus.
o The ideal candidate has a flair for creativity, innovative systems and ideas.

Kindly note that this is a short term role that will last for a minimum of two (2) months. Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to bravixinternationalconcept@gmail.com

Application deadline is 13th February 2021.

Introduction
Changing the narratives around food production for small holder farmers and working towards sustainable food production requires the application of technology to farming. We are an agricultural innovation technology organization seeking to ease access to quality information for smallholders. We work with integrity while we put the organizations objectives and goal as a priority in all we do. We run a flat organizational structure and handsomely reward acts of taking initiative in the line of duty.

Job Description
We are looking for a Full-stack Web Developer responsible for managing the interchange of data between the server and the users. Your primary focus will be development of all server-side logic, definition and maintenance of the central database, and ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end. You will also be responsible for integrating the front-end elements built into the application.
Please note that this is a short term contract that will last for the duration of 30 working days.

Responsibilities
• Develop new-user facing features.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs
• Optimize application for maximum speed and scalability
• Assure that all user input is validated before submitting to back-end.
• Restrict access based on user role
• Review and improve interface
• Integrate APIs on the web platform.
• Review codebase and ensure it is modular and extendible
• Assist in implementing a database structure that affords generating required analytics on data
• Assist in developing robust dashboards for all user roles
• Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders

Skills and Qualifications
• Basic understanding of front-end technologies and platforms, such as JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3
• Good understanding of server-side CSS preprocessors, such as LESS and SASS
• Understanding accessibility and security compliance
• User authentication and authorization between multiple systems, servers, and environments
• Integration of multiple data sources and databases into one system
• Management of hosting environment, including database administration and scaling an application to support load changes
• Data migration, transformation, and scripting
• Setup and administration of backups
• Outputting data in different formats
• Understanding differences between multiple delivery platforms such as mobile vs desktop, and optimizing output to match the specific platform
• Creating database schemas that represent and support business processes
• Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests
• Proficient knowledge of back-end programming language (JavaScript or PHP and Python)
• Proficient in the integration of third-party APIs
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git
• Proficient understanding of OWASP security principles
• Understanding of “session management” in a distributed server environment
• Experience with Node.js, feathers.js or Express.Js
• Bachelor of Science degree in computer science or any other relevant subject

Method of Application:
If you are interested or know someone who is a good fit for this role; Application with CV should be sent to agrijobs2019@gmail.com no later than 20th March 2020. Please include links to your portfolio.

Background
Farm Innovation Nigeria Limited was birthed to develop innovative solutions that see farmers improve their processes, increase their yield and subsequently increase their income. We provide a range of services including Research, Agribusiness development, E-extension services and Agric value chain development.

As an organization, our mission is to change the African agricultural narrative by building successful Agri-preneurs through increased access to information, markets, resources and affordable Agtech products. Our vision is to be Africa’s foremost hub and catalyst for Agricultural technology innovations.

Farm Innovation Nigeria Limited seeks application from suitable qualified individuals for the position of a Translator who will be responsible for translation of agricultural contents that will be pushed to farmers via SMS. This is a short term role that will last for a maximum duration of 30 working days.

Key Responsibilities
The major responsibility for this role is the translation of developed agricultural contents that cuts across Good Agronomic Practices (GAP), Business Advisory and Agribusiness to Hausa language.
The target audience for the translated documents are small holder farmers based in remote and at-risk locations in the Northern part of Nigeria.
Required Skills and Experience
• A good understanding of agricultural practices in Nigeria
• At least 2 years’ relevant experience in translating contents from English to Hausa
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication,
• Must be able to provide accurate documentation of his/her work
• Ability to use Microsoft word

Duration: 30 working days

How to Apply
Send in a single document of not more than 3 pages containing your CV and cover letter in PDF format. The document should be saved in the following format First Name_Surname_Position applied for and sent to agrijobs2019@gmail.com not later than 10th January, 2020.

We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace diversity in all facets of our organization. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Due to a high volume of applications, please understand that we are unable to contact everyone and will only be reaching out to long-listed applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.

Farm Innovation Nigeria Limited was birthed to develop innovative solutions that see farmers improve their processes, increase their yield and subsequently increase their income. We provide a range of services including Research, Agribusiness development, E-extension services and Agric value chain development.

We are looking for Junior Agronomists to join our project team in the implementation of an agricultural extension project in the North Eastern part of Nigeria.

As an organization, our mission is to change the African agricultural narrative by building successful Agri-preneurs through increased access to information, markets, resources and affordable Agtech products. Our vision is to be Africa’s foremost hub and catalyst for Agricultural technology innovations.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Provide support in disseminating crop management practices at the project location to serve as a basis for the identification of improved and appropriate crop production, Good Agronomic Practices (GAP) and post-production technologies.
• Provide support and participate in on-field tests and demonstrations of the identified technologies and transfer them to farmers.
• Provide support for the development of value chain content for GAP and Farmer Service center for selected value chain.
• Provide support for training and technical backstopping for Small Holder Farmers on improved and appropriate crop production and post-production technologies.
• Actively foster the active participation of women in the project activities;
• Promote proper adoption of GAP, advanced agro-techniques identified by the project as well as Farmers Service Centre of the Project;
• Conduct support visits to the project areas to ensure maximum impact of the project
• Participate in the establishment of mechanisms to collect appropriate information of the monitoring and evaluation system of activities under outcome so the project;
• Contribute to periodic project progress reports
• Undertake any other related duties arising within the context of the project

Competencies
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and reporting skills
• Knowledge about climate change adaptation, climate-smart agriculture techniques, etc.
• Knowledge in computer (MS word, excel and powerpoint)
• Fluent written and oral communication in English and Hausa is required
• Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially with primary stakeholders;
• A team player and self-starter able to inspire and influence action;
• Broad geographic experience of Gombe or Adamawa states Qualifications
• Bachelor degree in agriculture (preferably with specialization in agronomy) Agricultural Science, Agronomy, Crop Science, Food Science, and Food Security or related discipline
• At least 3 years’ experience in agriculture, with specialization in Agronomy, crop science, extension services, soil science, animal science, or Agric value chain development

How to Apply
Send in a single document of not more than 3 pages containing your CV and cover letter in PDF format. The document should be saved in the following format First Name -Surname_Position applied for and sent to agrijobs2019@gmail.com no later than 10th January, 2020.

We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace diversity in all facets of our organization. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Due to a high volume of applications, please understand that we are unable to contact everyone and will only be reaching out to long-listed applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.

Farm Innovation Nigeria Limited was birthed to develop innovative solutions that see farmers improve their processes, increase their yield and subsequently increase their income. We provide a range of services including Research, Agribusiness development, E-extension services and Agric value chain development.
We are looking for Senior Agronomists to join our project team in the implementation of an agricultural extension project in the North Eastern part of Nigeria.
As an organization, our mission is to change the African agricultural narrative by building successful Agri-preneurs through increased access to information, markets, resources and affordable Agtech products. Our vision is to be Africa’s foremost hub and catalyst for Agricultural technology innovations.

Responsibilities:
• Coordinate with partner agriculture research institutions to develop, improve or recommend information on varieties of selected field crops with respect to characteristics including efficient production, higher yield, improved quality, adaptation to specific soils or climates, and resistance to diseases and pests.
• Provide best practices pertaining to crop production for planting, cultivation, and harvesting, and make appropriate recommendations to Small Holder Farmers.
• Stay informed about the effects of various climatic conditions on crops including best practices for control of weeds, crop diseases, and insect pests, and make recommendations as appropriate to the project team.
• Support in the development of value chain content for GAP and Farmer Service center for selected value chains.
• Provide virtual support to farmers in remote areas through a designated virtual platform.
• Actively foster the active participation of women in the project activities;
• Promote proper adoption of GAP, advanced agro-techniques identified by the project as well as Farmers Service Centre of the Project;
• Provide support for training and technical backstopping for small holder farmers on improved and appropriate crop production and post-production technologies.
• Conduct support visits to the project areas to ensure maximum impact of the project
• Assist in establishing and maintaining an information database for Farmers Service Centre,
GAP training and Business advisory services and other relevant service to aid project delivery
• Provide technical assistance for both short-term assignments in an advisory capacity, monitoring progress against contract deliverables and providing guidance to project field staff
• Prepare reports and other documents as required such as Lessons Learned and Innovations in interaction with Farmers on the field etc.
Competencies
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and reporting skills
• Knowledge about climate change adaptation, climate-smart agriculture techniques, etc.
• Knowledge in computer (MS word, excel and PowerPoint)
• Fluent written and oral communication in English and Hausa languages.
• Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially with primary stakeholders;
• A team player and self-starter able to inspire and influence action;
• Mature judgment combined with a proactive, resourceful and energetic approach to problemsolving;
• Broad geographic experience of either Gombe or Adamawa States
• Be familiar with agricultural calendar in the regions Qualifications
• Bachelor degree (masters preferred) in agriculture (preferably with specialization in agronomy) Agricultural Science, Agronomy, Crop Science, Food Science, and Food Security or related discipline
• At least 5 years’ experience in agriculture, with specialization in Agronomy, crop science, soil science, animal science, extension services or Agric value chain development

How to Apply
Send in a single document of not more than 3 pages containing your CV and cover letter in PDF format. The document should be saved in the following format First Name -Surname_Position applied for and sent to agrijobs2019@gmail.com no later than 10th January, 2020.
We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace diversity in all facets of our organization. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Due to a high volume of applications, please understand that we are unable to contact everyone and will only be reaching out to long-listed applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.

Background and Context
Farm Innovation Nigeria Limited is an innovative Agricultural Technology Company which was founded to develop innovative solutions that help farmers improve their processes, increase their production yield and subsequently increase their income.
As an organization, our mission is to change the African agricultural narrative by building successful Agri-preneurs through increased access to information, markets, resources and affordable Agtech products. Our vision is to be Africa’s foremost hub and catalyst for Agricultural technology innovations and as such, we work in partnerships with state and non-state actors (public, private and other stakeholders within the social structure) in channeling benefits to the remotest communities across Nigeria.

Farm Innovation recognizes that there is need for smallholder farmers to access information on locally-adapted best management approaches, as well as the need to promote an appropriate enabling environment (e.g. policies/incentives, financial services, human/social capital). Through its approach to agricultural innovation – research and technology, Farm Innovation is already making significant contributions towards making its vision a reality.

A major concern for stakeholders within the agricultural social structure over the years have been to reduce to the barest minimum the problems associated with agricultural loss, wastages and output underutilization by ensuring an efficient optimization of all the linkages between the producer and final consumer through the value chain concept.
The goal of value chain and market development is to “make markets work for the poor”. Thus we leverage market systems development to offer pro poor opportunities for growth by promoting the flow of knowledge and resources along value chains to small enterprises and poor producers and farmers.

We are in need of an Agric Value Chain Consultant that will support our ongoing project that is leveraging technology to provide extension services for farmers in Adamawa and Gombe states in Nigeria. The value chain consultant should have specialization in at least one of the target value chains for this project - groundnut, sorghum, rice, tomatoes and livestock.

Objectives of the Assignment
The main objective of this assignment is to provide sufficient understanding on the current status and future potential of different agricultural commodities in the project area; identifying specific bottlenecks and opportunities in their respective value chains that can be addressed and leveraged through the project intervention thereby increasing production, income and employment for the rural poor.


Scope of Work
The consultant is expected to undertake the following:
• Within the project area, identify growth potential, market trends and competiveness of selected value chains
• Value chain mapping that depicts the chain actors and their functions and inter-relationships
• Identify and examine constraints and opportunities within the selected value chains
• Identify the underlying policy, institutional, and infrastructural issues that affect the competitiveness and exclusion of the selected value chains
• Identify institutions and organizations working for selected value chains from national to local levels that can contribute to pro poor value chain development.
• Support with GAP curriculum and radio program design.
• Provide support in training of our field agronomists.

Deliverables
The following are the expected outputs from the consultant:
• Detailed analysis of selected value chains with quantitative and qualitative description of needs
• Value chain mapping of actors
• Economic analysis, production and market costs and revenues, value additions and profit margin along the chain including income and employment
• List of potential agribusiness interested to collaborate with the project through contractual arrangements
• List of stakeholders consulted

Duration
30 working days.

Required Profile
• An advanced university degree in Agricultural Development, Agricultural Economics or other related subject areas
• Good understanding of agricultural and rural development from both a development cooperation and private sector perspective
• Excellent understanding of the international development and its implementation and funding mechanisms (public and private)
• Good understanding of agribusinesses and agricultural value chain trends and direction, including major areas of interest and intervention, as well as interactions with the private sector
• At least 5 years’ relevant experience working in the area of agribusiness and agricultural value chain development
• Fluency in English, with excellent written and oral communication skills
• Fluency in Hausa or Kanuri is highly required

Method of Application
Applicants should send their CVs and proposals to info@farmnovation.com with Agriculture Value Chain Consultant as the subject of the mail no later than 5pm, 30th December 2019.
Please include the following information in your proposal:
• Your interpretation of the task as contained in the ToR
• Your monthly consultancy fee in Naira (₦).

Background and Context
Farm Innovation Nigeria Limited is an innovative Agricultural Technology Company which was founded to develop innovative solutions that help farmers improve their processes, increase their production yield and subsequently increase their income.
As an organization, our mission is to change the African agricultural narrative by building successful Agri-preneurs through increased access to information, markets, resources and affordable Agtech products. Our vision is to be Africa’s foremost hub and catalyst for Agricultural technology innovations and as such, we work in partnerships with state and non-state actors (public, private and other stakeholders within the social structure) in channeling benefits to the remotest communities across Nigeria.
Farm Innovation recognizes that there is need for smallholder farmers to access information on locally-adapted best management approaches, as well as the need to promote an appropriate enabling environment (e.g. policies/incentives, financial services, human/social capital). Through its approach to agricultural innovation – research and technology, Farm Innovation is already making significant contributions towards making its vision a reality.
Part of what we have done through partnership with Propcom Mai-karfi to better serve the smallholder farming communities is the development of a platform that connects actors in the agricultural value chain. The ultimate goal for the development of this product is for farmers in especially the post conflict areas of the North East to have improved productivity leveraging technology to access extension services.
To support more efficient and better targeted information delivery systems that improve market linkages between market actors such as input companies and their customers through a central marketing platform, our product is designed to proffer services including; agri-input distribution platform, commodity pricing info, produce aggregation and linkage to market platform among others.
We want to position ourselves as a major player in the global arena of food value chain, agtech and agribusiness development – implementing projects and programmes across states in Nigeria to support the development of value chains that promotes the inclusion of small holder farmers in national as well as regional and global markets.
To do this end, Farm Innovation is seeking to hire an expert consultant that will drive revenue and facilitate the growth of Farm Innovation’s products and services through the establishment of partnerships with identified stakeholders as well as exploring untapped markets on a national and international scale.


Objectives of the Assignment
The Business Development Consultant will support the team in developing a strategy for identifying or creating effective business models for our products, identify market opportunities, value chain constraints and a cost-benefit analysis of specific interventions along selected value chains.

Scope of Work

The consultant is expected to undertake the following:
• Identify current strengths and opportunities that complements Farm Innovation’s interest and interventions in value chain development
• Propose a USP that will position Farm Innovation as a major player in Agric value chain information dissemination
• Recommend foolproof interventions that Farm Innovation could offer, either as a complete or stand-alone package; or as individual components that complements/strengthens other existing work/services offered by other companies/organizations.
• Define how Farm Innovation’s position in the field of Agribusiness coupled with its proposed contributions/offerings would differ from and complement those of other major organizations working in the same area.
• Assess challenges in agricultural value chains and define those with strategic relevance to Farm Innovation’s mission, values, capabilities and track record.
• Analyze broad areas of interest of the major multi-lateral donors in the area of Agriculture for Development and ICT4D.
• Identify potential business opportunities that Farm Innovation could explore (both donor/private sector financed)
• Propose potential strategic partnerships Farm Innovation can leverage with donors and corporate entities in order to foster competition in its service offering
• Contribute to the collection and dissemination of relevant data and information about Farm Innovation via internet and other channels and mechanisms

Specific Job Functions
Sales Channel Development
• Research markets and identify growth opportunities, prepare and participate in important meetings/negotiations.
• Generate demands, leveraging personal and corporate contacts: prospecting as a result of sales initiatives, sales programs campaigns & partner campaigns
• Prepare sales decks and manage relations with prospective clients, sector experts, business partners and potential funders and investors
• Develop pitch and attend pitching events
• Participate in relevant exhibitions.
• Prospect for various business growth opportunities within the Agric sector

Result:
 Attract 150M naira in product sales within the first year
 Develop business partnership with at least 5 major private sector partners and 10 international development partners
 Participate in at least 10 pitching events for the first year.

Grants and partnership Development
• The business development manager’s role will identify, cultivate and oversee an exciting portfolio of flagship partnerships. The partnerships will cut across private and public sector players, locally and internationally. This portfolio is expected to grow over time.
• Facilitate the development of proposals and/or decks and presentations to current and new prospective major donors, corporate, foundation, and/or government funders.
• Prepare introductions, letters of intent, grant requests/proposals, grant reports, sponsorship package copy, individual donor appeals, and similar fundraising materials as required.
• Lead grant strategy, overseeing grant writing and reporting and managing grant calendar
• Identify applicable funding opportunities (foundation, corporation and individual donor) and maintain a process of development, usage, and application. Interpret funding institution guidelines and requirements as well as review proposals for compliance with policies and procedures
• Conduct research to support FIN’s array of funding needs. Search and apply for innovative funding opportunities and significant developments and trends in Agric extension and ICT4D in general
• Provide periodic updates on fundraising progress, pipeline, and opportunities; creatively engaging the team on fundraising initiatives.
• Cultivate relationships and raise the visibility of Farm Innovation with key private sector partners.

Target
 Facilitate 500M naira in Grant funding
 Submission of 20 grant requests and call for solicitation

Business Communication
The consultant will work with the communication team to achieve the following;
• Deliver best-in-class content for the FIN’s product portfolio, supporting on content planning, acquisition, development and curation to support the delivery services.
• Source, acquire, develop and manage content development in support of product and marketing goals. Lead the implementation of the content strategy.
• Keep-up with competitive trends in content generation
• Provide timely and relevant editorial content for FIN via the creation of original content and sourcing of sector specific content
• Facilitate the dissemination of major publications through digital channels
• Develop content and storytelling strategy on FIN’s success stories
• Create and execute campaigns to promote FIN’s events throughout the year

Result:
 Ensure regular audience-specific content for social media, blogs and newspaper postings
 Ensure effective coverage of FIN’s activities and milestones on newspaper dailies a minimum of five (5) times.
Deliverables
The following are the expected outputs from the consultant:
• Grant opportunities for Farm Innovation
• Networks and partnerships with relevant organizations
• Markets for Farm Innovation’s products
• Media awareness for Farm Innovation
• Conference and exhibitions opportunities

Timeframe
The work is expected to commence by 6th January 2020 and would be for a maximum of 6 months.

Required Profile
• An advanced university degree in Agricultural Development, Agricultural Economics or other related subject areas
• Good understanding of agricultural and rural development from both a development cooperation and private sector perspective
• Excellent understanding of international development and its implementation and funding mechanisms (public and private)
• Good understanding of agribusinesses and agricultural value chains trends, including major areas of interest and intervention, as well as interactions with the private sector
• At least 5 years’ relevant experience working in the area of agribusiness and agricultural value chain development
• Fluency in English, with excellent written and oral communication skills

Method of Application
Applicants should send their CVs and Cover Letter to info@farmnovation.com with Business Development Consultant as the subject of the mail no later than 5pm, 23rd December 2019.
Please include the following information in your cover letter:
• Your interpretation of the task as contained in the ToR
• Your monthly consultancy fee in Naira (₦).

Location: Abuja

Changing the narratives around food production for small holder farmers and working towards sustainable food production requires the application of technology to farming. We are an agricultural innovation technology organization seeking to ease access to quality information for smallholders. We work with integrity while we put the organizations objectives and goal as a priority in all we do. We run a flat organizational structure and handsomely reward acts of taking initiative in the line of duty. We are open to remote working options for unique situations, but this role is onsite (Abuja) with the option of transitioning into remote working in 5 months.

Job Description
This is a great opportunity to be involved in something exciting as we are building a team of genuinely passionate and skilled people who are solving agricultural challenges through technology. We are looking for a self-motivated Front-End Web Developer, who can combine the art of design with the art of programming.
Responsibilities will include translation of the UI/UX design wireframes to actual code that will produce visual elements of the application. You will work with the UI/UX designer and bridge the gap between graphical design and technical implementation, taking an active role on both sides and defining how the application looks as well as how it works.

Responsibilities
• Develop new user-facing features
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs
• Optimize application for maximum speed and scalability
• Assure that all user input is validated before submitting to back-end
• Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders

Skills and Qualifications
• Proficient understanding of web markup, including HTML5, CSS3
• Basic understanding of server-side CSS pre-processing platforms, such as LESS and SASS
• Proficient understanding of client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks, including jQuery
• Good understanding of any of JavaScript frontend libraries/framework, but ReactJs knowledge is desirable.
• Good understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX
• Basic knowledge of image authoring tools, to be able to crop, resize, or perform small adjustments on an image. Familiarity with tools such as Gimp or Photoshop is a plus.
• Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git/Bitbucket
• Good understanding of SEO principles and ensuring that application will adhere to them.
UI/UX skills is also desirable and developer with this skill will be preferred. A first degree in any discipline is acceptable

Method of Application
Applicants should send their CVs with a Cover Letter as one document to agrijobs2019@gmail.com with the job title as reference no later than 5pm, 17th October 2019. Please include links to your portfolio.
We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace diversity in all facets of our organization. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Due to a high volume of applications, please understand that we are unable to contact everyone and will only be reaching out to long-listed applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.

Vacancy - Media and Communications Specialist
Location: Abuja
Farm Innovation Nigeria Ltd was founded to develop innovative solutions that help farmers improve their processes, increase their production yield and subsequently increase their income. We are looking for a young and vibrant individual to fill the position of a Media and Communications Specialist that will manage and improve all communication flow within and outside the company.
As an organization, our mission is to change the African agricultural narrative by building successful Agripreneurs through increased access to information, markets, resources and affordable Agtech products. Our vision is to be Africa’s foremost hub and catalyst for Agricultural technology innovations.
The communications specialist will work with the Team Lead to craft and develop a suitable brand for the organization and ensure that our values of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, Innovation, Collaboration reflect in every facet of the organization.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide support and guidance to project team to ensure project and donor communications obligations are met
• Develop key messages, press releases, and statements for external audiences, in response to evolving events.
• Participate in relevant communications-related working groups with local and international organizations and associations in Nigeria.
• Create contents - multimedia and visual resources, maximizing the use of internal communications platforms, and increasing program and impact visibility.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of a digital communications resources - fact sheets, success stories, lessons learned, communiqué’s, and any other relevant materials
• Inform and support learning activities, including field visits, focus groups, workshops, roundtables, and other events
• Research & Proposal Support

Required Skills and Experiences
• A degree in communications, public relations, or similar relevant field
• 2-3 years previous working experience as communications specialist
• Ability to break down complex concepts and terminologies in simple language.
• Experience and knowledge in creating website and social media content
• Excellent portfolio with proven track record in creative writing
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Up-to-date with the latest trends, strategies and technologies in digital influencing.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills.
• Some graphic design skills and ability to develop simple infographics is a plus.
• The ideal candidate has a flair for creativity, innovative systems and ideas.

Method of Application
Applicants should send their CVs with a Cover Letter as one document to agrijobs2019@gmail.com with the job title as reference no later than 5pm, 17th October 2019. Please include links to your portfolio.
We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace diversity in all facets of our organization. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Due to a high volume of applications, please understand that we are unable to contact everyone and will only be reaching out to long-listed applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.

Vacancy: Front End Developer
Location: Abuja

Changing the narratives around food production for small holder farmers and working towards sustainable food production requires the application of technology to farming. We are an agricultural innovation technology organization seeking to ease access to quality information for smallholders. We work with integrity while we put the organizations objectives and goal as a priority in all we do. We run a flat organizational structure and handsomely reward acts of taking initiative in the line of duty. We are open to remote working options for unique situations, but this role is onsite (Abuja) with the option of transitioning into remote working in 5 months.

Job Description
This is a great opportunity to be involved in something exciting as we are building a team of genuinely passionate and skilled people who are solving agricultural challenges through technology. We are looking for a self-motivated Front-End Web Developer, who can combine the art of design with the art of programming.
Responsibilities will include translation of the UI/UX design wireframes to actual code that will produce visual elements of the application. You will work with the UI/UX designer and bridge the gap between graphical design and technical implementation, taking an active role on both sides and defining how the application looks as well as how it works.

Responsibilities
• Develop new user-facing features
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs
• Optimize application for maximum speed and scalability
• Assure that all user input is validated before submitting to back-end
• Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders

Skills and Qualifications
• Proficient understanding of web markup, including HTML5, CSS3
• Basic understanding of server-side CSS pre-processing platforms, such as LESS and SASS
• Proficient understanding of client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks, including jQuery
• Good understanding of any of JavaScript frontend libraries/framework, but ReactJs knowledge is desirable.
• Good understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX
• Basic knowledge of image authoring tools, to be able to crop, resize, or perform small adjustments on an image. Familiarity with tools such as Gimp or Photoshop is a plus.
• Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git/Bitbucket
• Good understanding of SEO principles and ensuring that application will adhere to them.
UI/UX skills is also desirable and developer with this skill will be preferred. A first degree in any discipline is acceptable

Method of Application
Applicants should send their CVs with a Cover Letter as one document to agrijobs2019@gmail.com with the job title as reference no later than 5pm, 17th October 2019. Please include links to your portfolio.

Job Title: Finance Officer
Location: Abuja
An innovative Agricultural Technology Company which was founded to develop innovative solutions that help farmers improve their processes, increase their production yield and subsequently increase their income is looking for a young and vibrant individual to fill the position of a Finance officer.
The Finance Officer will support the delivery of all financial management functions according to the organization’s Financial Manual, including but not limited to petty cash management, timesheets recording, monthly payroll processing and the monitoring of financial activities
S/he will check all expense supporting documentation to ensure compliance with the organization’s policies and related law, prior to obtaining approvals and payment processing.

Requirements
• Do you really feel excited about working in the Nigerian agricultural space?
• Are you passionate about impact for rural poor?
• Are you a go-getter and not afraid to take on new tasks?
• Do you enjoy working in a relaxed and friendly work environment?
• Do you have excellent written and oral communication skills?
• Do you have strong IT skills (Email, Microsoft Office applications, Google Drive, Google Docs, Sheets, Presentation)?
• Do you have 1-2 years’ professional experience in an Accounts/Finance role?
If you answered ‘’yes’’ to the questions above, then you are qualified to apply
Previous experience working in an NGO is a plus

Method of Application
Applicants should send their CV's and Cover Letter as one document to: agrijobs2019@gmail.com with the job title as reference no later than 5pm 12th October 2019.

Location: Abuja

An innovative Agricultural Technology Company which was founded to develop innovative solutions that help farmers improve their processes, increase their production yield and subsequently increase their income is looking for a young and vibrant individual to fill the position of a Finance officer.
The Finance Officer will support the delivery of all financial management functions according to the organization’s Financial Manual, including but not limited to petty cash management, timesheets recording, monthly payroll processing and the monitoring of financial activities
S/he will check all expense supporting documentation to ensure compliance with the organization’s policies and related law, prior to obtaining approvals and payment processing.

Requirements
• Do you really feel excited about working in the Nigerian agricultural space?
• Are you passionate about impact for rural poor?
• Are you a go-getter and not afraid to take on new tasks?
• Do you enjoy working in a relaxed and friendly work environment?
• Do you have excellent written and oral communication skills?
• Do you have strong IT skills (Email, Microsoft Office applications, Google Drive, Google Docs, Sheets, Presentation)?
• Do you have 1-2 years’ professional experience in an Accounts/Finance role?
If you answered ‘’yes’’ to the questions above, then you are qualified to apply
Previous experience working in an NGO is a plus

Method of Application
Applicants should send their CV's with Cover Letter as one document to: agrijobs2019@gmail.com with the job title as reference no later than 5pm 12th October 2019.

Location: Abuja

An innovative Agricultural Technology Company which was founded to develop innovative solutions that help farmers improve their processes, increase their production yield and subsequently increase their income is looking for a young and vibrant individual to fill the position of a UI/UX Designer.
As an organization, our mission is to change the African agricultural narrative by building successful Agri-preneurs through increased access to information, markets, resources and affordable Agtech products. Our vision is to be Africa’s foremost hub and catalyst for Agricultural technology innovations.

Key Responsibilities
• Facilitate the company’s product visions by researching, conceiving, wireframing, sketching, prototyping, and mocking up into intuitive user experiences for digital products
• Define and Implement innovative solutions for product direction, visuals and experience
• Executing all visual design stages from concept to final hand-off
• Conceptualizing Original ideas that bring simplicity and user friendliness to complex design roadblocks
• Identify design problems and devise elegant solutions
• Make strategic designs and user-experience decisions related to core, new functions and features
• Take a user centered design approach and rapidly test and iterate designs
• Take smart risks and champion new ideas
• Conduct user research and evaluate user feedback
• Establish and promote design guidelines, best practices and standards
• Collaborate in cross functional projects

Required skills and experience:
• A degree in Computer Science or relevant field
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience and proven track record as UI/UX deseigner
• Good knowledge of front-end/back-end interaction
• Proficiency in Basic front-end languages: HTML5, CSS3, JQeury, PHP, Wordpress, Bootstrap, Frameworks (Laravel/Codelgniter) & JavaScript for rapid prototyping
• A solid grasp of user-centered design and testing methodologies, subsystems, usability and accessibility concerns.
• Excellent visual design skills with sensitivity to user-system interaction
• Extensive experience in using UX design best practices to design solutions, and a deep understanding of mobile-first responsive design
• Ability to solve problems creatively and effectively
• Ability to iterate designs and solutions efficiently and intelligently.
• A clear understanding of the importance of user-centered design.
• Up-to-date with the latest UI trends, techniques, and technologies
How to apply
Applicants should send their CV's with Cover Letter as one document to: agrijobs2019@gmail.com with the job title as subject no later than 11th October 2019.

Vacancy – UI/UX Designer
Loaction: Abuja

An innovative Agricultural Technology Company which was founded to develop innovative solutions that help farmers improve their processes, increase their production yield and subsequently increase their income is looking for a young and vibrant individual to fill the position of a UI/UX Designer.
As an organization, our mission is to change the African agricultural narrative by building successful Agri-preneurs through increased access to information, markets, resources and affordable Agtech products. Our vision is to be Africa’s foremost hub and catalyst for Agricultural technology innovations.

Key Responsibilities
• Facilitate the company’s product visions by researching, conceiving, wireframing, sketching, prototyping, and mocking up into intuitive user experiences for digital products
• Define and Implement innovative solutions for product direction, visuals and experience
• Executing all visual design stages from concept to final hand-off
• Conceptualizing Original ideas that bring simplicity and user friendliness to complex design roadblocks
• Identify design problems and devise elegant solutions
• Make strategic designs and user-experience decisions related to core, new functions and features
• Take a user centered design approach and rapidly test and iterate designs
• Take smart risks and champion new ideas
• Conduct user research and evaluate user feedback
• Establish and promote design guidelines, best practices and standards
• Collaborate in cross functional projects

Required skills and experience:
• A degree in Computer Science or relevant field
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience and proven track record as UI/UX deseigner
• Good knowledge of front-end/back-end interaction
• Proficiency in Basic front-end languages: HTML5, CSS3, JQeury, PHP, Wordpress, Bootstrap, Frameworks (Laravel/Codelgniter) & JavaScript for rapid prototyping
• A solid grasp of user-centered design and testing methodologies, subsystems, usability and accessibility concerns.
• Excellent visual design skills with sensitivity to user-system interaction
• Extensive experience in using UX design best practices to design solutions, and a deep understanding of mobile-first responsive design
• Ability to solve problems creatively and effectively
• Ability to iterate designs and solutions efficiently and intelligently.
• A clear understanding of the importance of user-centered design.
• Up-to-date with the latest UI trends, techniques, and technologies

How to apply
Applicants should send their CV's with Cover Letter as one document to: agrijobs2019@gmail.com with the job title as subject no later than 11th October 2019.

Vacancy - Project Coordinator

Location: Abuja

About the project
An innovative Agricultural Technology Company which was founded to develop innovative solutions that help farmers improve their processes, increase their production yield and subsequently increase their income is looking for a project coordinator to lead on the design and implementation of agricultural extension project in the North Eastern part of Nigeria
As an organization, our mission is to change the African agricultural narrative by building successful Agri-preneurs through increased access to information, markets, resources and affordable Agtech products. Our vision is to be Africa’s foremost hub and catalyst for Agricultural technology innovations.
In line with donor expectations, the coordinator will be responsible for establishing partnerships with farmer cooperatives, agro-dealers, research institutes, and government stakeholders. The project will partner relevant actors in the agriculture value chain to ensure successful introduction and adoption agricultural extension services in the hard-to-reach areas of North-Eastern Nigeria.

Key responsibilities
• With support from the Director, the coordinator will lead on the delivery of the project design, launch, landscape analysis and project implementation.
• Lead on the identification of target regions and participants for attainment of donor objectives.
• Lead on market research and analysis, baseline, mid-line and end-line analysis as well as other research activities.
• Work with the relevant government agencies (state and local) to ensure alignment with their priorities, as well as effective engagement with farmer communities and clusters with the objective of coordinating and driving the adoption of products and services.
• Build and manage partnerships with local agricultural based organizations and NGOs with a broad extension network to help drive farmer mobilization and buy-in during implementation.
• Lead in the development of a gender integration strategy for the project.
• Develop project work plans and ensure timely implementation of all project activities.
• Provide technical assistance for the design of the project’s M&E framework.
• Lead on risk identification and management.
• Manage the project’s budgets and ensure spend is in line with donor and organizations’ expectations.
• Team management

Required skills and experience
• A degree in agricultural economics, agribusiness management or Agronomy. A master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• 3-5 years’ experience in agri-business development and management of agriculture focused projects in Northern Nigeria.
• Knowledge of agricultural extension service delivery in Nigeria.
• This position requires experience in managing a donor-funded project.
• Fluent in English and Hausa languages.
• High level of computer literacy; previous experience working in an ICT environment will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of the Nigerian agricultural space including challenges, opportunities and regulatory issues.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Ability to spot agricultural trends and think innovatively.
• The position will require regular travel within remote rural areas in the North East.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Strong analytical ability, able to evaluate and to appraise critically quantitative and qualitative information.

How to apply
Send in a single document of not more than 3 pages containing your CV and cover letter in PDF format. The document should be saved in the following format First Name -Surname_Position applied for and sent to agrijobs2019@gmail.com no later than 30th of September, 2019.

We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace diversity in all facets of our organization. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Due to a high volume of applications, please understand that we are unable to contact everyone and will only be reaching out to long-listed applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.

Job Location - Abuja

About the project
An innovative Agricultural Technology Company which was founded to develop innovative solutions that help farmers improve their processes, increase their production yield and subsequently increase their income is looking for a project coordinator to lead on the design and implementation of agricultural extension project in the North Eastern part of Nigeria
As an organization, our mission is to change the African agricultural narrative by building successful Agri-preneurs through increased access to information, markets, resources and affordable Agtech products. Our vision is to be Africa’s foremost hub and catalyst for Agricultural technology innovations.
In line with donor expectations, the coordinator will be responsible for establishing partnerships with farmer cooperatives, agro-dealers, research institutes, and government stakeholders. The project will partner relevant actors in the agriculture value chain to ensure successful introduction and adoption agricultural extension services in the hard-to-reach areas of North-Eastern Nigeria.

Key responsibilities
• With support from the Director, the coordinator will lead on the delivery of the project design, launch, landscape analysis and project implementation.
• Lead on the identification of target regions and participants for attainment of donor objectives.
• Lead on market research and analysis, baseline, mid-line and end-line analysis as well as other research activities.
• Work with the relevant government agencies (state and local) to ensure alignment with their priorities, as well as effective engagement with farmer communities and clusters with the objective of coordinating and driving the adoption of products and services.
• Build and manage partnerships with local agricultural based organizations and NGOs with a broad extension network to help drive farmer mobilization and buy-in during implementation.
• Lead in the development of a gender integration strategy for the project.
• Develop project work plans and ensure timely implementation of all project activities.
• Provide technical assistance for the design of the project’s M&E framework.
• Lead on risk identification and management.
• Manage the project’s budgets and ensure spend is in line with donor and organizations’ expectations.
• Team management

Required skills and experience
• A degree in agricultural economics, agribusiness management or Agronomy. A master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• 3-5 years’ experience in agri-business development and management of agriculture focused projects in Northern Nigeria.
• Knowledge of agricultural extension service delivery in Nigeria.
• This position requires experience in managing a donor-funded project.
• Fluent in English and Hausa languages.
• High level of computer literacy; previous experience working in an ICT environment will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of the Nigerian agricultural space including challenges, opportunities and regulatory issues.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Ability to spot agricultural trends and think innovatively.
• The position will require regular travel within remote rural areas in the North East.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Strong analytical ability, able to evaluate and to appraise critically quantitative and qualitative information.

How to apply
Send in a single document of not more than 3 pages containing your CV and cover letter in PDF format. The document should be saved in the following format First Name -Surname_Position applied for and sent to agrijobs2019@gmail.com no later than 30th of September, 2019.

We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace diversity in all facets of our organization. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Due to a high volume of applications, please understand that we are unable to contact everyone and will only be reaching out to long-listed applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.

Hello,

Please i need some clarifications. I would like to register a company but the problem is that the name i have chosen for my business already exists, however, not domiciled in Nigeria. I want to know if it is possible for me to go ahead with the name since the company having the same name i want to use is not in Nigeria.

Thanks in anticipation of your response.