International cooperation between Germany and Nigeria commenced in 1974. GIZ was initially represented by an office in Lagos until 2003, but since 2004 it has maintained a country office and four project offices in the new capital Abuja. At present, GIZ has around 25 seconded staff, 100 Nigerian and regional experts, and four CIM experts working in Nigeria. Nigeria is Africa’s largest economy and has a population of 175 million, making it the continent’s most populous country. With a young, highly motivated and growing population, abundant natural resources and an increasingly diversified economy, Nigeria is not only a regional power but also an increasingly significant political player on the African continent and in the world. However, Nigeria faces major challenges. So far, its substantial oil revenues have had little impact on poverty. More than two-thirds of the population still live in extreme poverty and unemployment remains high. Sustainable economic and social development is hampered by corruption and by regional, ethnic, religious and social differences and the associated conflicts, which sometimes lead to attacks and unrest. As agreed between the Nigerian and German Governments, GIZ’s activities since 2002 have focused on sustainable economic development. GIZ is also engaged in the energy sector, agriculture and regional integration. The 'Pro-poor Growth and Employment Promotion in Nigeria’ (SEDIN) programme aims to increase income-generating employment in micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), and improve access to financial services. The programme is currently being implemented in Abuja and in Niger, Ogun and Plateau states. The Nigerian and German Governments also cooperate in the energy sector. On behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), GIZ provides advisory services to Nigerian partners on topics such as rural electrification, energy efficiency and renewable energies, and is contributing to the success of the Nigeria-German Energy Partnership (NGEP) as well. GIZ provides support to the ECOWAS Commission (Economic Community of West African States) in Abuja, focusing on the management, implementation and monitoring of ECOWAS decisions on economic and trade policy, and peace and security. In addition, two regional programmes focusing on agriculture are under way in Nigeria. The first aims to promote African rice value chains; the second builds the capacities of market-oriented small-scale farming. The purpose of both programmes is to achieve sustainable improvements in the livelihoods and food security of poor farmers in Nigeria and other West African countries. A distinctive feature of GIZ’s activities in Nigeria is the high level of cofinancing obtained from other sources, primarily the European Union (EU) and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. These additional funds make it possible to broaden the scope and intensity of the programmes being implemented on behalf of the BMZ, boosting the effectiveness of German development cooperation with Nigeria.
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Background
GIZ. Solutions that work:
- As a service provider in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development and international education work, we are dedicated to shaping a future worth living around the world. GIZ has over 50 years of experience in a wide variety of areas, including:
- Economic development and employment promotion
- Energy and the environment
- Peace and security
- The diverse expertise of our federal enterprise is in demand globally — from the German Government, European Union institutions, the United Nations, the private sector, and governments of other countries. We work with:
- Businesses
- Civil society actors
- Research institutions
- This fosters successful interaction between development policy and other policy fields. Our main commissioning party is the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). GIZ’s registered offices are in Bonn and Eschborn, with approximately 23,500 employees, of which nearly 70% are national personnel, working in about 120 countries (as of July 2020).
- In Nigeria, GIZ has been active since 1974 and has maintained a country office in Abuja since 2004. Currently, the Nigeria office has:
- 361 national and 66 international employees
- 19 regional staff
- 4 integrated specialists
- 3 development workers (as of June 2020)
The Project: Agriculture Value Chain Facility (EU-VACE)
- The German and Nigerian governments are addressing ongoing challenges in Nigeria’s Agri-Food System. Through BMZ, the German Government supports the Nigerian Government, especially the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, in implementing Nigeria’s National Development Plan (2021–2025) and the National Agricultural Technology and Innovation Policy (NATIP). These strategies recognize the agricultural sector's importance in economic diversification.
The GIZ Cluster "Transformation of Agricultural Systems" is implementing several projects in the agriculture and rural development sector with a total budget exceeding 60 million Euros. These projects aim to:
- Improve small-holder farmers' yields and income
- Enhance agri-business performance
- Increase access to finance
- Promote job creation and rural development through a private business-driven value-chain approach
The Agriculture Value Chain Facility (EU-VACE) project, co-financed by the EU and BMZ, focuses on:
- Improving sustainable rural economic development by promoting specific agricultural clusters in select "transition" states in Nigeria
- Increasing agricultural production, creating lucrative employment, and raising rural population incomes, contributing to food security and resilience against external shocks
- Supporting existing enterprises to improve production quality and yield, generating new business opportunities to drive sustainable outcomes in the rural and blue economy
This project emphasizes inclusive development principles for responsible social and environmental sustainability, focusing on:
- Climate-resilient practices
- Biodiversity improvement
- Combatting desertification and deforestation
Responsibilities & Tasks
Responsibilities:
The Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor will:
- Support the design and implementation of M&E systems/tools
- Collect, analyze, and evaluate data to ensure effective impact monitoring and reporting in line with EU and BMZ requirements
Tasks:
- M&E System Development: Create and implement M&E systems/tools for the program/project
- Reporting: Provide input for BMZ and EU reports; assist with the development of annual workplans and budgets
- Knowledge Management: Support information, knowledge management, communication, and public relations by providing results data
- Liaison: Provide information to internal and external evaluators
- Partner Support: Assist partner institutions (FMAFS), government MDAs, financial intermediaries, and business support organizations
- Research: Prepare and conduct qualitative/quantitative research on the project and environment (survey development, field trials, training, data collection and analysis)
- Representation: Represent the program at partner activities (monitoring, progress reviews, evaluations); contribute meaningfully to discussions and decision-making
- Capacity Development: Support institutional capacity development in alignment with project outcomes
- Additional Duties: Perform other work-related tasks as required
Required Qualifications, Competences, and Experience
Qualifications:
- MSc/MBA in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Business Administration, Social Science, or a related field
Professional Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years in a similar position
- Strong knowledge of results-based planning, monitoring, and reporting
- Technical experience with international development organizations (EU and/or GIZ experience is advantageous)
- Practical experience in developing work plans, results frameworks, baseline studies, and M&E methodologies, data collection/analysis, and clear presentation of findings
Other Knowledge, Additional Competences:
- Awareness and practical experience in gender integration and inclusivity
- Proficient written and spoken English; ability to write accurately and engagingly
- Flexibility to handle additional responsibilities
- Ability to thrive in a diverse work environment
Salary
According to GIZ salary scale for Band 4.
Method of Application
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