• Application Deadline:
• Position: Agricultural Analyst



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA



• Experience



• Location Abuja




• Job Field Agriculture / Agro-Allied  , Data, Business Analysis and AI 
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical advisory support on agricultural policy, agribusiness development, rural finance, and value-chain strengthening, ensuring alignment with the Bank’s strategic objectives.


• Participate in field assessments, multi-stakeholder consultations, and situational analysis to inform program decisions and monitor regional project environments.


• Contribute to the appraisal of bank-funded initiatives through review of implementation progress, compliance observations, high-level monitoring activities, and periodic follow-ups.


• Support the identification and preliminary evaluation of agricultural financing prospects, partnership opportunities, and sectoral intervention areas within the designated region


• Prepare policy notes, technical briefs, analytical reports, and background documents for internal use, high-level meetings, and strategic planning sessions.


• Engage with farmer cooperatives, extension systems, community-based organizations, private sector partners, and development agencies to enhance program effectiveness and information flow.


• Track and document key activities, sector trends, and evolving regional initiatives to support evidence-based decision-making by the Directorate.


• Represent the Directorate at official engagements, technical sessions, and field missions as assigned, and prepare subsequent reports.


• Undertake cross-cutting assignments and any additional tasks required to advance the Director’s strategic and operational agenda.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Natural Resource Management, or a related field.


• A Master’s degree is an added advantage.


• Strong analytical, research, and technical writing skills.


• Demonstrated understanding of agricultural systems, value-chain dynamics, and rural development frameworks.


• Experience with stakeholder coordination, field assessments, and development programs is desirable.


• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational abilitie