Overview

The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) is seeking a Project Coordinator for Processing and Manufacturing to support its programs in Abuja. This role is offered on a two-year fixed-term contract with a hybrid work arrangement and a competitive salary starting from NGN 14,550,552 gross per annum.

Key Responsibilities

Planning and coordinating processing and manufacturing program components.
Supervising the establishment of shared processing hubs and manufacturing clusters.
Conducting enterprise diagnostics and supporting SMEs to address compliance and equipment needs.
Facilitating the implementation of quality assurance frameworks (e.g., GMP, HACCP).
Promoting environmentally sustainable and energy-efficient processing technologies.
Collaborating with regulatory agencies (NAFDAC, SON, NAQS) for product registration and compliance.
Representing the program in consortium meetings, stakeholder engagements, and technical working groups.

Requirements

Strong experience in agro-processing, food safety, manufacturing, or enterprise development.
Proven ability to support SME competitiveness and value chain development.
Experience managing donor-funded projects is desirable.
Experience working with regulatory standards within Nigeria’s food system is highly desirable.