Assistant Director, Planning (ADP) at National Irrigation Authority (NIA)

Job Purpose:

• Oversee Planning and Resource Mobilisation functions within the Division.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate preparation of annual work plans and programme performance reviews.
• Undertake socio-economic research to inform irrigation policy and investment priorities.
• Monitor and evaluate corporate and departmental performance contracts.
• Support the identification and attraction of private sector investment.
• Prepare reports for stakeholders and the National Treasury.

Person Specifications:

• Masters and Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics,Agricultural Economics,Civil/Agricultural Engineering, Development Finance, Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience, and served at the level of Principal Planning Officer in NIA
• Grade 5 for at least three years or in a comparable position in the Public Service.
• Senior Management Course (minimum 4 weeks).
• Core Competencies: Analytical ability, interpersonal skills, time management, and project management.