Technical Assistant Job Recruitment 2026 at Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (SAPZ)
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security invites applications from suitably qualified consultants for the position of Technical Assistant to the Environment & Climate Change Safeguards Officer under the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) Programme.
- Location: Kano State
- Programme: Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) Programme
- Assignment Duration: 12 months, with the possibility of extension based on programme needs, satisfactory performance and conduct.
About the SAPZ Programme
The Federal Government of Nigeria is implementing the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) Programme with support from the African Development Bank (AfDB), International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and Islamic Development Bank (IsDB).
The first phase of the programme covers Imo, Kano, Kaduna, Cross River, Kwara, Oyo and Ogun States, as well as the Federal Capital Territory.
The programme aims to develop agro-processing clusters, strengthen agricultural value chains, reduce post-harvest losses, create sustainable markets for farmers, promote value addition and generate employment opportunities within the agricultural sector.
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Key Responsibilities
The Technical Assistant will support the Environment and Climate Change Safeguards Officer in the following areas:
- Standardize and update templates and guidelines for documenting Environmental and Social (E&S) project data.
- Review draft SAPZ E&S safeguards instruments and action plans prepared by participating states.
- Support E&S compliance monitoring visits to projects in participating states.
- Develop comprehensive E&S management and monitoring frameworks and plans.
- Support the mid-term review of overall E&S performance, impacts and outcomes.
- Maintain and update the E&S project progress tracker.
- Support E&S workshops, training and capacity-building activities.
- Train project staff on E&S operational safeguards and compliance with loan covenants.
- Review Terms of Reference for E&S studies relating to sub-project activities.
- Review E&S monitoring reports and assess compliance with Environmental and Social Management Plans.
- Support the consolidation of monthly E&S performance reports for programme funders.
- Coordinate third-party E&S monitoring activities and assess the quality of data collected by external consultants.
- Support the preparation of annual work plans, budgets and E&S performance indicators.
- Provide technical support for E&S information gathering, review and reporting.
- Liaise with relevant national approving authorities regarding approvals and the official disclosure of E&S documents.
- Perform any other E&S safeguards duties assigned by the National Programme Coordinator.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should possess the following:
- A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Impact Assessment, Sociology, Economics, Agricultural Economics or a related field.
- At least 10 years of experience in Environmental and Social Sustainability and the review of E&S safeguards instruments, preferably within development-partner-funded projects.
- At least 5 years of extensive experience in agricultural infrastructure projects.
- Relevant experience in Environmental and Social Impact Assessment, biodiversity conservation, ecosystem services and Environmental and Social Management.
- Experience working on donor-funded development projects, particularly projects supported by AfDB, World Bank, IFAD or similar institutions.
- Knowledge and experience in stakeholder engagement, implementation of E&S safeguards and E&S framework development.
- Demonstrated ability to independently review and assess E&S policies, procedures and action plans.
- Excellent report writing, presentation, organizational, analytical, communication and technical skills.
- Experience with quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
- Experience working with a development finance institution will be an added advantage.
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Application Requirements
Interested consultants should submit the following:
- An updated Resume/CV.
- A description of similar assignments undertaken.
- Evidence of experience working under similar conditions.
- Details demonstrating the availability of relevant skills.
- A written Technical Proposal of not more than 2 pages.
- A Financial Proposal.
Selection Criteria
Candidates will be assessed based on the following criteria:
- Appropriate skills and qualifications – 25 points
- Competency and experience in similar positions – 25 points
- Similar experience working on donor-funded projects – 30 points
- Communication skills in English – 20 points
Total: 100 points
Only candidates who score 75 points or above will be considered for the assignment.
How to Apply
Interested consultants should submit their Expression of Interest in person to:
Aminu A. Iliyasu
State Programme Coordinator
State Programme Implementation Unit
Kano State Programme Coordinator, SAPZ
State Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources
No. 127 T/G Shanu, Beside Arewa Radio (Wazobia Cool FM)
Farm Centre, Kano State
Email: aminu.iliyasu@kanosapz.org
Phone: 08033958399
Applicants should clearly indicate the category being applied for on the envelope and mark it:
“ENGAGEMENT OF A TECHNICAL ASSISTANT TO SUPPORT THE SAPZ PROGRAM”
Application Deadline
Not specified in the provided announcement.
Important Notice
- Late submissions will not be accepted.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Further information may be obtained at the address above during office hours of 9:00am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday.
- The eligibility criteria, shortlisting and selection procedure will be conducted in accordance with IFAD and IsDB Procurement Procedures.