Project Associate (with experience in AgriculturalFood, & Nutrition company)

Vacancy: Project Associate (with experience in Agricultural/Food & Nutrition company)

Location: Lagos Nigeria

About our client

Our client is an Agricultural Food and Nutrition Consulting company. They have worked closely with the Food and Agro-Allied industries particularly SMEs and also supported various projects of International Development Organizations in Africa. They have a focal interest in multisectoral advocacy across the food system nutrition and the environment collaborating with government agencies IDOs and media organizations.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented candidates for the new Project. The successful candidates will lead efforts to provide strategic support for the visibility and impact of a Pan-Nigeria Project and contribute to achieving set goals. The team will conduct field/desk research compile data and prepare reports presentations and proposals.

The successful candidates will be part of a digital and professional team ensuring efficient delivery of project objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of project activities across assigned locations.
  
• Coordinate field operations stakeholder engagement activity documentation and report preparation
  
• Ensure smooth day-to-day project execution.
  
• Build and maintain relationships with farmers community groups NGOs government agencies and development partners.
  
• Conduct field research and surveys gather data from farmers communities extension workers or project beneficiaries and analyze research findings to support evidence-based decision-making.
  

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants should possess:

• A minimum of a Bachelors degree (. or equivalent) in Food Science and Technology Nutrition and Dietetics Biochemistry Agriculture Public Health Social Sciences Development Studies Business Administration Accounting Economics or other relevant disciplines.
  
• A postgraduate qualification (. or Ph.D.) and relevant consulting project management or research experience will be an added advantage.
  
• Strong analytical communication report-writing and interpersonal skills.
  
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook).
  
• Knowledge of data analysis software graphic design applications (e.g. CorelDRAW Canva Adobe Suite) or digital communication tools will be an added advantage.
  
• Ability to work independently manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  
• Willingness to travel when required.
  

Method of application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter to using PMA-026G as subject of the mail.

Required Education:

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1