Propcom Mai-karfi: Business Development Manager/Intervention Manager

<a name="6726359466748031034"></A>Propcom Mai-karfi is looking for experienced people with significant experience in agriculture and rural businesses, to work in this dynamic DFID funded project<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->A skilled ‘Marketing Market Work for Poor’ (M4P) practitioner with a solid history of working with agricultural and rural business to reach rural markets.<a name="more"></A><BR><!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Able to effectively manage a team of intervention Managers and Technical Adviser based in Abuja and across the north of Nigeria<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Commercially oriented and experienced with strong understanding of business, finance and operations<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Able to work with partners to develop innovative and sustainable business cases in selected rural markets<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Familiar with Market Analysis tools to assess attractiveness, dynamics and growth potential of selected rural markets in the north of Nigeria <!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Able to provide strategic direction and management in agreed markets and interventions<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Resourceful and well-connected in the business and agricultural community in Nigeria<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Up to date with current thinking in Value for Money<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->An articulate and clear personal communicator with the  ability to connect with a variety of partners and audiences<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->A team player with a proven ability to work with others in a multicultural setting<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Knowledge of the agricultural business sector and business development in the north of Nigeria<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Good written and spoken Hausa<B>Business Development Manager/Intervention Manager</B><!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Experienced in business with good financial skills<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Knowledgeable on market dynamics and incentives behind various business activities within selected rural markets<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Able to design and plan interventions/business activities in specific agricultural / rural business markets<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Able to take initiatives and responsibility to make things work<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Able to develop and manage close relationship with  business partners<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Skilled in project management with an understanding of results measurement<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Able to communicate with diverse audiences and partners.Willingness to travel frequently to the north of NigeriaExperience of the M4P approach<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Experienced in managing research and developing efficiency work-plan for them<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Able to manage research officers based across the north of Nigeria<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Up to date  with current Value for Money thinking<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Conversant with a range of information gathering, research, analysis and dissemination strategies and tools <!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Experience in working in a diverse team<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Willing to travel frequently to rural areas in northern Nigeria<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Proficient in the use of excel and appropriate statistical analysis software<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Skilled in articulating, reporting and presenting the data/information to the target audiences <!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Fluent in both written and spoken English<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->A friendly and team-based working environment in Abuja<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Opportunity to work with national and international colleagues and consultants<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->Vital contribution to an innovative Nigerian development programme for the development of Nigerian economy<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->The opportunity to truly “make difference”<!--[if !supportLists]-->·        <!--[endif]-->A  competitive salary with benefitsThe posts are based in Abuja; although travel within Nigeria will be required for all posts.Applications are encouraged from all those who clearly demonstrate sound evidence of success in their current roles and a passion for development  in Nigeria.Full details of these posts are available on the Propcom MaI karfi website (www.propcommaikarfi.org)Propcom Mai-karfi is a programme aimed at increasing incomes for the poor in Nigeria through targeted initiatives aimed at enhancing employment opportunities and improving productivity in selected agricultural markets in Northern Nigeria.Please send your CV <B>(Maximum</B> of three pages) and a 1 page covering letter, outlining how your skills and competencies match the requirements of the post to:Market Section Manager:                             MSMrecuit@propcommaikarfi.orgIntervention Manager:                                  IMrecuit@propcommaikarfi.orgResearch Manager:                                        RMrecuit@propcommaikarfi.org<BR>Propcom Mai-Karfi is managed by GRM International for the UK Department for International Development  

Propcom Mai-karfi: Business Development Manager/Intervention Manager

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Nigeria: Policy Specialist – DFID funded Propcom Mai-karfi – Abuja, Nigeria

Policy Specialist – DFID funded Propcom Mai-karfi – Abuja, Nigeria | ReliefWeb <body class="html not-front not-logged-in one-sidebar sidebar-first page-node page-node- page-node-562109 node-type-job tao rubik layout-default" > <a class="element-invisible element-focusable" href="#main-content">Skip to main content</a> <a class="rw" href="/"></a> <a class="labs" href="http://labs.reliefweb.int">Labs</a> <a class="blog" href="/blog">Blog</a> <a href="/about">About Us</a> <a href="/help">Help</a> <a href="/user/notifications">Email Updates</a> <a href="/user/login" title="Login to ReliefWeb.">Login</a><a href="/user/register" title="">Register</a> <a class="logo" href="/">ReliefWeb</a> <a href="/" title="">Home</a><a href="/updates" title="Updates">Updates</a><a href="/countries" title="Countries">Countries</a><a href="/disasters" title="Disasters">Disasters</a><a class="active" href="/jobs" title="Jobs">Jobs</a><a href="/training" title="Training">Training</a> 12 Mar 2013Policy Specialist – DFID funded Propcom Mai-karfi – Abuja, NigeriaJobfrom<a href="/organization/grm-international">GRM International</a>—Closing date: 02 Apr 2013<a href="/job/562109/policy-specialist-%E2%80%93-dfid-funded-propcom-mai-karfi-%E2%80%93-abuja-nigeria/pdf" rel="nofollow">Print</a><a href="/"> <a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:action="recommend" fb:like:layout="button_count" fb:like:width="135"></a> <a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a> <a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a></a><a class="forward-page" href="/forward?path=node/562109" title="Forward this page to a friend"><img alt="Email" class="forward-icon forward-icon-margin" src=" http://www.ijobplus.com/imagefolder//forward.gif" title="" />Email</a> Earn international development experience from the Global Market Leader Exciting opportunity to work in a large DFID funded project Dynamic and challenging environment<p>Propcom Mai-karfi is a six year Department for International Development (DFID) funded programme which has as its aim sustained increases in incomes of poor women and men engaged in selected rural markets in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the project is ‘Increased employment and improved productivity in selected agricultural market systems in Northern Nigeria’.</p><p>GRM International is currently hiring a Policy specialist to lead the analysis of key policy constraints related to functioning agricultural markets and other income-earning opportunities for rural population. You will work with public and private sector partners to design, manage, supervise, and monitor market-led policy interventions and identify opportunities and channels to influence policy.                                                           </p><p>Other responsibilities include:</p> Working with public and private sector partners to design, manage, supervise, and monitor market-led policy interventions; Working  with business and advocacy organizations as appropriate; Identifying opportunities and channels to influence policy and for supporting partners to more effectively contribute to policy change; Facilitating agriculture policy dialogues/summits for high-profile public-private stakeholders.<p>You will demonstrate:</p> An advanced degree (masters or doctoral) in the field of social sciences, agricultural sciences, food security or a related field of study or an equivalent combination of studies and experience; Experience in agricultural/food security policy research, analysis and dialogue, with governmental and/or non-governmental institutions, preferably in a developing country; Track record in analysing policy constraints in Nigeria (particularly in the agricultural and small business sectors); Ability to engage with senior policy-makers and other stakeholders involved in policy-making process at both State and Federal levels; High quality analytical and influencing skills; Fluency in written and spoken English and Hausa; Nigerian Nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.How to apply: <p>Should you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact Sruti Ravi: <a href="mailto:sruti.ravi@grminternational.com">sruti.ravi@grminternational.com</a>.</p><p>To register your interest, please submit your CV through the GRM International Careers Page <a href="http://www.grminternational.com/">www.grminternational.com</a>  </p><p><strong>Applications close on 2 April 2013. </strong></p><p>In October 2011 GRM International and the Futures Group merged to become a major global force in development with approximately 90 current projects operating in more than 60 countries, and $225 million in revenue. 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Nigeria: Policy Specialist – DFID funded Propcom Mai-karfi – Abuja, Nigeria

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Nigeria: Environment Specialist – DFID funded Propcom Mai-karfi – Abuja, Nigeria

Earn international development experience from the Global Market LeaderExciting opportunity to work in a large DFID funded projectDynamic and challenging environment<P>Propcom Mai-karfi is a six year Department for International Development (DFID) funded programme which has as its aim sustained increases in incomes of poor women and men engaged in selected rural markets in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the project is ‘Increased employment and improved productivity in selected agricultural market systems in Northern Nigeria’.</P><P>GRM International is currently hiring an Environment Specialist to support the programme’s interventions in environment; identify markets for environmental goods and services that could be improved for the benefit of poor rural people and mentor colleagues to work with companies in these markets. You will categorize and compare feasible interventions; conduct sensitivity analysis, and build smallholder livelihoods.</P><P>You will demonstrate:</P>An advanced degree (masters or doctoral) in the field of social sciences, agricultural sciences, food security or a related field of study or an equivalent combination of studies and experience;Experience in working on donor funded agriculture or rural development programs;At least 7 – 10 years’ experience in undertaking analysis of the climate and environment issues that are relevant across the programme;Experience in developing M&E plans and carrying out evidence based research;High level analytical and influencing skills;Fluency in written and spoken English and Hausa;Nigerian Nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.<P><a href="https://ap1.salesforce.com/sfc/p/90000000Iyu3/a/90000000TSPH/M5FIroYipNKWQLhFp0KopS8EzZM8SY9d5NL8ceJUH8A=">Click here to review the complete terms of reference and the selection criteria. </A></P><P>Should you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact Sruti Ravi: <a href="mailto:sruti.ravi@grminternational.com">sruti.ravi@grminternational.com</A>.</P><P>To register your interest, please submit your CV through the GRM International Careers Page <a href="http://www.grminternational.com/">http://www.grminternational.com/</A>  </P><P><STRONG>Applications close on 2 April 2013. </STRONG></P><P>In October 2011 GRM International and the Futures Group merged to become a major global force in development with approximately 90 current projects operating in more than 60 countries, and $225 million in revenue. The combined group has a multi sectoral focus, more diverse technical offerings and a wider geographic reach. We aim to be a world leader in everything we do whilst meeting the highest professional and ethical standards. By exceeding our clients’ expectations and creating value for them, we will create value for our shareholders and employees. To achieve this, we need consistent and sustainable growth.</P><P><STRONG>To keep up to date with the latest jobs and development sector news, visit </STRONG><a href="http://www.grminternational.com/"><STRONG>www.grminternational.com</STRONG></A><STRONG>  and follow us on </STRONG><a href="http://www.facebook.com/#%21/GRMInternational"><STRONG>facebook</STRONG></A><STRONG> | </STRONG><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/company/44351?trk=tyah"><STRONG>linkedin</STRONG></A><STRONG> | </STRONG><a href="http://twitter.com/#%21/GRMCareers"><STRONG>twitter</STRONG></A><STRONG>. </STRONG></P>

Nigeria: Environment Specialist – DFID funded Propcom Mai-karfi – Abuja, Nigeria

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Nigeria: Policy Specialist – DFID funded Propcom Mai-karfi – Abuja, Nigeria

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Nigeria: Short Term Agricultural Mechanisation (Tractor Operating) Training Evaluator – Nigeria – DFID funded Propcom Mai-karfi

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Nigeria: Short Term Agricultural Mechanisation (Tractor Operating) Training Evaluator – Nigeria – DFID funded Propcom Mai-karfi

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Nigeria: Short Term Agricultural Mechanisation (Tractor Operating) Training Evaluator – Nigeria – DFID funded Propcom Mai-karfi

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