Head, Investment Promotion Facilitation needed at the Kaduna State Investment Promotion Agency (KADIPA).
JOB TITLE: Head, Investment Promotion Facilitation
JOB LOCATION: Kaduna
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JOB DETAILS:
- Reporting to the Director;
- Leads KADIPA’s efforts in finance for investment from multilateral and bilateral development partners as well as private investors.
- Supports the building of internal capacity for investment project identification, evaluation, planning, execution and management
- Advises and assists in the establishment of a framework for monitoring and evaluating the progress of the State’s strategic economic investment programmes and projects for effective implementation
- Supports the development & articulate clear growth and development strategies for providing needed support and appropriate incentives to grow the local private sector in the state
- Supports the development of a robust database of reputable prospective and potential investors both in Nigeria and abroad with a view to reaching out to them
- Leads the development and implementation of targeted and well-researched investment promotion activities including but not limited to tours and road shows aimed at promoting specific investment projects
- Conducts desk research on sustainable investment practices of foreign investors in some selected countries
- Drafts a guide, focusing on mainstream social and environmental investment practices in compliance with local and international standards
- Acknowledges and responds to enquiries in relation to fiscal incentives and other investment matters positively and promptly.
- Discusses and reviews with investors the feasibility of respective proposals and liase with stakeholders to advance the facilitation process
- Advises on business opportunities and progress of the business environment.
- Advises on government policies in relation to investment, promotion and the procedures to be followed by investors.
- Maintains a list of investment opportunities in various economic sector
- Any other duty as assigned.
Job Requirements
- First degree in Social Sciences or Humanities.
- Postgraduate qualification, such as MBA with specialisation in Marketing or Finance or professional qualification in Marketing is an added advantage.
- Eight (8) years of experience in investment promotion, banking, marketing or related fields
- Ability to conduct financial analysis including financial planning
Required Competencies:
- Solid experience and demonstrated knowledge on the general workings of IPA’s around the world.
- Fluency and strong communication skills in English, including ability to draft, proofread and edit correspondence.
- Technology and systems knowledge – Exhibits excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and proficiency of technology or / and systems relevant to functional area. Able to coach less experienced staff on relevant technology and systems.
- Institutional policies, processes, and procedures – Demonstrates relevant functional knowledge and understanding of institutional priorities, policies, operational and administrative procedures, and people. Able to practically apply and guide others in policy application.
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Deadline: December 30, 2020
Job Features
Job Category | Administration/ Office/ Operations |