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INTERNAL & EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
Ref: IITA-HR-NRS2023-014 Position:
Agribusiness Hub Manager
Location: Abuja Recruitment Type: National (1-year renewable
contract)
Date Posted: 22 March 2023 Closing Date: 3 April 2023
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable applicants for the
positions below at the Institute’s project location in Abuja.
Position: Agribusiness Hub Manager
Contract: 1-year renewable contract Location: Abuja
DUTIES:
Lead all key processes of YAS planning, budget management, project
implementation, monitoring, execution, and reporting at the hub level.
Identify profitable and market-driven agricultural commodities within the state
of operation.
Identify new and existing partners within the state to facilitate activities at the
agribusiness hub.
Coordinate training for the incubator and accelerator components, experiential
learning for the incubators, and facilitate agribusiness operations at the hubs.
Facilitate appropriate Agrihub system development, operation, and expansion
at project sites.
Coordinate the deliverables of the three core services (i.e. Agrihub
Coordination, training, and Agribusiness support) at the hubs.
Support the training coordinator in developing and reviewing training manuals
and learning tool kits specific to the state.
Coordinate beneficiaries’ recruitment, and develop an up-to-date database of
all beneficiaries trained at the hub.
Assist the training coordinator with the identification and screening of
additional training sites for training and agribusiness incubation for hub
expansion.
Identify training sites and provide recommendations for upgrades.
Lead training of trainers (TOT) for identified community-based farmer
organizations.
Support advocacy, community engagement, and knowledge management
Monitor the key implementation process in the hub to ensure the achievement
of Hub objectives.
Supervise and monitor trained youths alongside the M&E Officer(s).
Provide timely and accurate reporting of all activities in the approved Annual
work plan and budgets on a quarterly, semi-annual, and annual basis.
Set up SOP documents and policies to guide and govern work activities and
use of resources (especially for beneficiaries using the hub) together with the
Project Coordination office.
Liaise with IITA and Bopinc to ensure that the training, technical, and
enterprise support resources contribute to the hub activities.
Coordinate and liaise with key stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation
of YAS at the state level.
Act as the principal spokesperson for the project; disseminate its objectives,
activities, and achievements and its roles in Youth employment.
Ensure that the business development process is successful and facilitate
when possible linkages to profitable opportunities.
Ensure that the business development process is successful and facilitate
when possible linkages to profitable opportunities.
Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
QUALIFICATION:
BSc/HND in Business Administration, Agricultural Economics, or any other related
field with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-
structured environment.
COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must:
Have good communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).
Have ability to use basic Microsoft software (word, excel, PowerPoint).
Have strong multi-tasking abilities and problem-solving skills.
Have the ability to work with little or no supervision.
Have experience in agribusiness incubation and hub management.
REMUNERATION:
We offer highly competitive salaries with equally attractive benefits and excellent
working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Interested applicants should complete the online application by attaching a detailed
cover letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format to
IITA website: http://jobs.iita.org/erecruit no later than Two Weeks from the date of
this publication. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of
three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous
direct Supervisor, professional colleague, and evidence of current remuneration
package.
IITA is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse
workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women. While all
applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.