About the Role
AgriFood Digital Library and Resource Center is preparing to implement a multi-year agricultural development programme funded to strengthen ginger and sesame value chains across selected states in Nigeria. We are seeking a qualified professional for the role of State Finance, Administration, and Operations Associate to provide crucial operational support for programme implementation, subject to project award and funding approval.
Key Responsibilities- Process state-level financial transactions, manage advance requests, and ensure timely retirement with complete documentation.
- Monitor state expenditures against approved budgets and support monthly financial reconciliations and audit preparations.
- Coordinate day-to-day administration, including facility management, office supplies, and accurate asset record maintenance.
- Organize logistics, travel arrangements, and suitable venues for workshops, meetings, and stakeholder engagements.
- Support procurement processes by obtaining quotations, managing vendor relationships, and maintaining compliance documentation.
- Prepare timely financial, administrative, and operational reports in line with project schedules and donor requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in finance, administration, operations, logistics, or project support.
- Strong understanding of financial record-keeping, internal controls, procurement support, and office management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word, with strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills.
- Prior experience supporting donor-funded development programmes or agricultural projects in Nigeria is highly preferred.
- Competitive remuneration package aligned with industry standards.
- Opportunity to contribute to impactful agricultural development and MSME empowerment in Nigeria.
- Professional growth working within a collaborative and mission-driven international development environment.