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Posted 5 years ago |
Job Title: Nigeria Government Relations Specialist
Location: Minna, Niger
Job type: Full-time job.
Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible.
Job Description
- One Acre Fund is a growing organization; increasing the number of clients we serve in each year and the number of countries in which we operate. One Acre Fund is looking for a Government Relations Specialist (GRS) to be based in Minna, who will be the primary contact for the local Ministry of Agriculture and other government officials, traditional leaders and external partners, establishing our program in Nigeria.
- You will report to the One Acre Fund’s Government Relations Analyst based in Abuja, and to the Nigeria Country Manager based in Minna. You will demonstrate an understanding of local government structures, have an interest in agriculture, be prepared to travel frequently within Niger State.
Qualifications
- We are seeking professionals with a minimum three (3) years work experience, some of which will have been in or working alongside government institutions in Nigeria.
- You will demonstrate a long-term passion for agricultural development in Nigeria and be familiar with the challenges faced by smallholder farmers in Niger State. Please only apply if you fit these criteria:
- Undergraduate degree from a recognized academic institution required. Candidates with graduate studies and degrees will be given additional consideration.
- Work experience in government, business or NGO environments, especially work planning and executing on task with minimal oversight.
- At least 2 year experience working in/with government or in community development roles
- At least 1 year experience managing government or partner relationships
- Knowledge of sub-national Nigerian government and traditional structures is required.
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