The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) is a non-profit organization established by Chevron Corporation to provide support for socio-economic development programmes in the Niger Delta. The Foundation is funding programmes in partnership with other donors and implementing organizations from the public and private sector. PIND seeks to create a dynamic, multi-stakeholder partnership that takes full advantage of the synergies involving diverse organizations and interests.

The Foundation is seeking for a qualified candidate to fill the vacant position below;

Market Development Officer
Job Location – Warri

The focus of the position holder ranges from SME development, creating and developing market linkages, agricultural development and technology-driven opportunities consistent with PIND’s strategic plan and Economic Development Strategy working with private sector partners and service providers.

Responsibilities
• Coordinate research and analysis of specific value chains – agricultural and non-agricultural – to identify opportunities for catalysing systemic change in the market system
• Scan and identify economic development programmes being implemented in the Niger Delta with the aim of using the information for strategic planning of PIND’s economic development programmes
• Lead the design of pilot intervention projects that will create effective and inclusive markets, develop market linkages, and support appropriate technology-driven development within identified value chains
• Research and analyze specific value chains and identify opportunities for catalyzing systemic change in the market system
• Develop, manage and execute market development projects that support growth for business initiatives
• Identify major barriers to market development growth and layout strategies to overcome the issues
• Analyse market opportunities and risks on a continuous basis
• Facilitate the implementation of pilot projects to strengthen market systems through an ongoing
engagement with implementing partners and key market players

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Educational Qualification
A graduate degree in Economics, Agric Economics, Business Administration or related field of study. A postgraduate degree is an added advantage.

Knowledge, skill, and experience
• Minimum of 8 years relevant experience in the private sector
• Good knowledge of market development with an in-depth understanding of the private sector
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Excellent decision making and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to self-motivate and motivate others is strongly desirable
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent decision making and analytical skills

Method of Application
Application and CV with the job title clearly indicated as the subject of the mail should be sent to;
pind@rhizomeng.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, January 22nd, 2018