The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (FMARD) is Recruiting in the following position

Job Title: National Programme
Coordinator (NPC)

Location: Abuja

Qualification and Experience:
Masters degree or equivalent in
Agriculture, Rural Development,
or a related science, Agricultural
Economics Agribusiness
together with postgraduate
qualification or proven
specialized training m project
management.
Minimum of 10 years post
qualification experience in the
coordination of donor fonded
(preferably multilateral)
projects/programmes with
proven leadership, team
building and effective
communication qualities
Experience with community-
based and)or small holder-
oriented development initiatives
is desirable,
Demonstrated ability to
establish priorities and to plan,
coordinate, and monitor his/her
own work plan and those of
subordinate staff,
Demonstrated ability to meet
deadlines and to make
appropriate links in work
processes and anticipate next
steps.
Self-motivated
Excellent interpersonal mid
team building skills including
negotiation skills
Excellent written and spoken
communication skills, including
presentation.
Computer literacy with
proficient knowledge of
Microsoft Word, Excel and
Power Point applications.
Well developed organization
skills
Proficiency in English language


2. Civil Engineer

Qualification and Experience:
Masters degree or equivalent in
Agriculture, Rural Development,
or a related science, Agricultural
Economics Agribusiness
together with postgraduate
qualification or proven
specialized training m project
management.
Minimum of 10 years post
qualification experience in the
coordination of donor fonded
(preferably multilateral)
projects/programmes with
proven leadership, team
building and effective
communication qualities
Experience with community-
based and)or small holder-
oriented development initiatives
is desirable,

Application Closing Date 29th September, 2014

Method of Application: Applications are invited from suitable
qualified candidates. Each candidate should submit ten (16) copies of
his/her application. Qualified Women candidates are highly encouraged
to apply.

All application should be addressed to; The Honorable Minister of
Agriculture and Rural Development Attention:
The Director, Department of Rural Development No. 1 Capital Drive,
FCDA Secretariat, Area 11, Gerki, Abuja

Note: All applications must be addressed and delivered to the above address.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted, Applicants should
ensure that the positions applied for are clearly written on the top
right hand side of the envelopes.