Program Lead at Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture (CNFA) 181 views0 applications


Project background:

CNFA is currently seeking applications from qualified candidatesfor the USAID/Nigeria and Nestlé funded VEGA LWA program. This project will support Nestlé’s cereals plan for maize and soybean in Nigeria’s Kaduna State, as well as broad-based, economic growth in Nigeria by improving the on-farm practices of smallholder farmer suppliers to arrest the growth of mycotoxin both pre- and post-harvest, and design viable drying practices that will reduce detected aflatoxin. The approach will support smallholder farmer suppliers to meet the increasing demands of Nestlé cereal factories in the region by reducing the high levels of aflatoxin and other contaminates.

Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of experience implementing development programming in agronomy/agriculture production in Nigeria;
  • Experience engaging private sector institutions to improve smallholder agriculture production and post-harvest handling techniques;
  • Experience in designing/managing sustainable agriculture production systems;
  • Familiarity with nutrition sensitive and climate smart agriculture concepts; familiarity with mycotoxin and aflatoxin issues preferred;
  • USAID or USG program experience preferred;
  • Master’s Degree in related field;
  • Strong written and verbal English language skills required.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture (CNFA) is an international non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. and Brussels, Belgium with offices in 16 countries throughout Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe.  We work with businesses, foundations, governments and communities to build customized local and global partnerships that meet the world’s growing demand for food.  Since our inception in 1985, we have designed and implemented enterprise-based, agricultural development initiatives to facilitate market access, enhance agribusiness competitiveness, increase productivity and improve access to inputs and credit across 44 countries worldwide.

Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture (CNFA) is an international non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. and Brussels, Belgium with offices in 16 countries throughout Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe. We work with businesses, foundations, governments and communities to build customized local and global partnerships that meet the world’s growing demand for food. Since our inception in 1985, we have designed and implemented enterprise-based, agricultural development initiatives to facilitate market access, enhance agribusiness competitiveness, increase productivity and improve access to inputs and credit across 44 countries worldwide. 30 years on, our staff remains the most significant driver in pursuing CNFA’s mission to stimulate economic growth and improve livelihoods by cultivating entrepreneurship. We champion the entrepreneurial spirit at all levels and embrace the notion that bold development solutions can come from singular, sometimes unexpected sources. Recognizing this is inherent in our DNA. Our diverse organization has grown to more than 480 employees worldwide – we are development experts but also experienced business owners, agronomists, and farmers. As a global team, this collective knowledge shapes and informs our work. We are a proud Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and are supportive of family, wellness, and a healthy work-life balance. We are always looking for top talent.

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0 USD Nigeria CF 3201 Abc road Full Time , 40 hours per week Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture (CNFA)

Project background:

CNFA is currently seeking applications from qualified candidatesfor the USAID/Nigeria and Nestlé funded VEGA LWA program. This project will support Nestlé’s cereals plan for maize and soybean in Nigeria’s Kaduna State, as well as broad-based, economic growth in Nigeria by improving the on-farm practices of smallholder farmer suppliers to arrest the growth of mycotoxin both pre- and post-harvest, and design viable drying practices that will reduce detected aflatoxin. The approach will support smallholder farmer suppliers to meet the increasing demands of Nestlé cereal factories in the region by reducing the high levels of aflatoxin and other contaminates.

Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of experience implementing development programming in agronomy/agriculture production in Nigeria;
  • Experience engaging private sector institutions to improve smallholder agriculture production and post-harvest handling techniques;
  • Experience in designing/managing sustainable agriculture production systems;
  • Familiarity with nutrition sensitive and climate smart agriculture concepts; familiarity with mycotoxin and aflatoxin issues preferred;
  • USAID or USG program experience preferred;
  • Master’s Degree in related field;
  • Strong written and verbal English language skills required.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

2017-03-31

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