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Summary: The Administrative and Procurement officer will be responsible for administration and procurement as it relates to the Project Management Office of the Nigerian Neth

Description: The administrative and procurement officer will: • Organize and supervise office management activities and facilitate the smooth running of the PMO • Manage and organize business travels • Develop and update administrative policies, processes and & procedures • Setup and coordinate meetings and conferences. • Manage the purchase of company items and procurement of operational materials and equipment.

Desired Skills: • Fluency in the English language, and excellent writing and presentation skills. • Ability to understand current issues quickly and make smart and wise decisions. • Good communication and negotiation skills • Proactive and tenacious in approach • Good Teamwork and leadership skills • Excellent planning and organizational skills • Ability to work under pressure, plan personal workload effectively and delegate. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word,

Deadline: Rolling

Summary: The Project Assistant position is for early career practitioners with a passion for agriculture, focused and, interested in getting to be exposed to a variety of projects in the sector.

Description: • Support Project Coordinator in the timely development of work plans for all the ALDDN projects implemented in the state. • Provide the necessary information required by the Project Coordinator regarding implementing partners, market price of inputs, beneficiary information, location specific information, stakeholder information, and general logistic requirements for developing the work plans • Assist in coordination and communication of implementation strategies among stakeholders pa.

Desired Skills: • Bachelors’ Degree in Animal Science, Animal Production, Agronomy and Extension or any other related fields • Minimum of one-year experience in livestock production, animal husbandry management, or any agriculture-related field experience, • Working knowledge of English Language (both written and verbal) • Result focus and problem-solving skills • Teamwork and building effective relationships • Communication and knowledge sharing

Deadline: Rolling

Summary: The Livestock Officer position is for early stage practitioners with a passion for agriculture, focused on livestock management and, interested in getting to be exposed to a variety of projects in t.

Description: Provision of technical expertise and capacity development for; (i) design of the implementation of project activities across communities in the selected states (ii) design in capacity building materials for training, group development and community action plans (iii) implementation support and evaluation of operations in accordance with the program plan.

Desired Skills: Bachelors’ Degree in Animal Science, animal production and other related fields • Minimum of two years’ experience in livestock production, animal husbandry management, experience in formulation and implementation of agriculture-related projects, • Working knowledge of English Language (both written and verbal). • Understanding of local languages in the project implementation sites is an added advantage • Result focus and problem-solving skills • Teamwork and building effective relati.

Deadline: Rolling

Summary: The Sales Associate is responsible for developing and executing action plans to accomplish Umudike Seeds sales objectives. The Associate will report directly to the General Manager.

Description: •Deliver on sales and profitability targets of Umudike Seeds service offerings. Identify and penetrate new target markets to drive sales. •Manage contracts and agreement with partners, clients, and out-growers •Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual budget to actual variance analysis for the production and sales of the different varieties of Breeder and Foundation seed and the provision of the various categories of advisory services. •Understand and communicate policies related to customer e.

Desired Skills: •At least a BSc degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or related fields. •Minimum of 3 years’ experience in sales and marketing or in managing a communication role •Strong sales, marketing, and financial management skills •Proven knowledge of formal seed systems •Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal, negotiation and facilitation skills •Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) •Track record of developing and i.

Deadline: Rolling

Summary: The Production Officer will primarily coordinate on-farm production, purchasing, sourcing, and distribution activities of products and services offered by Umudike Seeds.

Description: •Coordinate all field activities and ensure compliance with guidelines, best practices, and standards. •Facilitate and execute all farm training and farm set up services on behalf of Umudike Seeds •Review and update production and supply operations to reflect new or changing market standards, policies, and conditions. •Conduct evaluations and monitor progress at all seed production locations. •Ensure own fields meet the requirements of the National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC).

Desired Skills: •Postgraduate degree in agriculture, agronomy, or any related field. •Minimum of three (3) years related experience in plant breeding and genetics, seed technology and in the design and delivery of agricultural training. •Proven knowledge of seed production standards. •Demonstrable expertise in agronomic practices. •Excellent facilitation skills. •High proficiency in the use of MS-Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, etc.), SAP and other database software, •Strong communication, c.

Deadline: Rolling

Summary: The General Manager is primarily responsible for managing the day to day business operations of Umudike Seeds and reports to the company’s Board of Directors.

Description: •Responsible for the overall leadership and execution of the company's strategy. •Ensure that the company can attract, and retain highly motivated, efficient, and effective team members. •Deliver on sales and operating targets of Umudike Seeds service offerings. •Ensure the company's financial health; prepare budgets, financial statements, and reports •Serve as the spokesperson of the organization, build and manage relationships with local and international stakeholders.

Desired Skills: •Advanced degree (MSc/MBA/PhD) in Agriculture, Business Management, or related disciplines. •Strong managerial and operations skills with clear evidence of ability to execute •Strong sales, marketing, and financial management skills •Exceptional public speaking and communication (oral, written, reading, listening) skills •Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. •Demonstrated leadership, management, and coordination skills

Deadline: Rolling

Summary:

Nourishing Africa priority countries in Southern Africa including Eswatini, Malawi, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe and other countries in the region as the need arises

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