Market Systems Development Advisor

Rhizome Consulting Ltd

Software & Data

About The Organisation
The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND – www.pindfoundation.org ) is a development foundation established by Chevron to provide support for socio-economic development and peace building programs in the Niger Delta. The Foundation funds programmes in partnership with other donors from the public and private sector, seeking to create dynamic, multi-stakeholder partnerships that take full advantage of the synergies of involving diverse organisations and interests.
The Foundation is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position below;
Job Title: Market Systems Development Advisor
Location: Warri
Remuneration: Determined based on the pay structure of PIND and the candidate's relevant experience. (payment will be in Naira)
Summary
The Market Systems Development Advisor will be required to facilitate the identification and delivery of market development opportunities consistent with PIND’s strategic plan and Economic Development Strategy, working with private sector partners and service providers.
Responsibilities

• Research and analyse specific value chains – agricultural and non-agricultural and identify opportunities for catalysing systemic change in the market system that leads to increase in income for farmers and SMEs in the Niger Delta
• Design pilot intervention projects that will create effective and inclusive markets, develop market linkages, and support appropriate technology-driven development within identified value chains
• Facilitate the implementation of pilot projects to strengthen market systems through ongoing engagement with implementing partners and key market players
• Engage and on-board a wide range of partners/market actors to scale-up successful pilot interventions that strengthen markets systems and improve the productivity and incomes of farmers and SMEs in the Niger Delta region
• Identify, engage and manage quality co-facilitators/ implementing partners to support the implementation of intervention activities and the achievement of project goals and objectives
• Build the capacity of BMOs and local implementing partners in market-driven approaches to development
• Communicate with and convince partners/beneficiaries to participate in intervention/s
• Develop quality documents (MOUs, Working Agreements, TORs, Concept notes, Activity briefs, Intervention Justifications, Grant RFPs, Contracts with partners, etc.) that support effective intervention implementation and the achievement of project goals and objectives
• Implement an internal monitoring and results measurement (MRM) system that complies with the DCED standards and supports effective project implementation, generating credible information for impact assessment and reporting
• Produce a quality quarterly report that captures and documents the systemic changes emanating from your intervention activities
• In collaboration with the relevant units in PIND, develop and manage a budgetary system that complies with PIND procurement and financial standards, ensuring efficient utilisation of the organisation’s resources to achieve intervention goals and objectives.
Complete other related duties as required.

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EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT

• A B.Sc degree in Agriculture, Social Science or any other relevant field of study.
A post graduate degree is an added advantage

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Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 7 years relevant work experience
• Understanding of technical and institutional issues relating to Niger Delta
• Knowledge of economic and social activities in the region
• Knowledge of agricultural activities in the region
• Proven skills in training, facilitation, technical assistance, course development, coaching and mentoring along a range of capacity development content areas
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Knowledge and understanding of Niger Delta terrain

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WHY JOIN OUR CLIENT?

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a salary structure that is both competitive and reflective of your expertise and experience.
• Impact: You will be part of an organisation with a broad reach and a significant impact across Nigeria, contributing to meaningful, long-lasting change.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Our client is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment.

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APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, August 15th, 2025
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