Vacancies at ARZIKIN NOMA AFRICA
ARZIKIN NOMA AFRICA
EXECUTIVE VACANCIES
ABOUT ARZIKIN NOMA AFRICA
Arzikin Noma Africa is an agribusiness and agricultural value chain solutions company focused on transforming food systems across Africa through inclusive growth, strategic partnerships and sustainable innovation.
The company works across key crop value chains to empower smallholder farmers, aggregators and agribusiness stakeholders with access to markets, finance, inputs, capacity building and technology, while driving commercial viability and long term impact.
Operating at the intersection of agriculture, trade, sustainability and technology, Arzikin Noma Africa partners with development institutions, private sector players, governments and farmer communities to build resilient and scalable agricultural ecosystems.
LOCATIONS
Abuja, Kano and Kaduna State, Nigeria
APPLICATION DEADLINE
16 January 2026
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POSITION ONE
FINANCE CONTROLLER
JOB SUMMARY
The Finance Controller will oversee financial reporting, internal controls, compliance and financial planning across the group, safeguarding company assets while enabling strategic decision making.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee financial reporting, internal controls and regulatory compliance
Safeguard company assets while enabling strategic decision making
Oversee financial planning, budgeting and forecasting across the group
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in line with IFRS and regulatory requirements
Manage cash flow, treasury operations and capital expenditure controls
Provide strategic financial insights to executive management and the board
Coordinate statutory audits and liaise with external auditors and regulators
Strengthen financial controls, policies and procedures across subsidiaries
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Studies or MBA
Fully qualified accountant with ACA, ACCA or CIMA preferred
Five to seven years of hands on experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong technical accounting knowledge including accounts payable, accounts receivable and statutory accounts preparation
Experience producing multi million budgets and supporting annual audits
Strong analytical ability and advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
Proficiency in SAGE, Word and PowerPoint
Strong background in inventory management, standard costing and manufacturing processing environments
APPLICATION LINK
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POSITION TWO
VP PARTNERSHIP AND SUSTAINABILITY
JOB SUMMARY
The Vice President, Partnership and Sustainability will lead Arzikin Noma Africa’s strategic alliance ecosystem and sustainability agenda across the value chain, ensuring long term environmental stewardship, community impact and collaborative growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Partnerships
Develop and manage partnerships with governments, NGOs, impact investors, agribusinesses and international development agencies
Negotiate MOUs and agreements for joint ventures, funding and resource sharing initiatives
Represent the company at global and national forums to attract collaborators and influence policy
Sustainability Strategy
Lead sustainability strategy aligned with climate goals, regenerative agriculture practices and certification standards
Set measurable KPIs for carbon reduction, water usage, soil health, waste management and biodiversity
Oversee sustainability reporting, ESG disclosures and compliance with international standards
Community and Smallholder Farmer Engagement
Design programs supporting smallholder farmers with training, market access, credit and inputs
Monitor social impact including livelihood improvement, gender equity and youth inclusion
Partner with local communities to embed inclusive governance and land stewardship practices
Team Leadership and Culture
Lead cross functional teams in sustainability communications, partnership management and impact assessment
Foster a culture of teamwork, fairness, service excellence and continuous improvement
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of seven years experience in partnerships, sustainability or corporate affairs
Experience in agriculture, FMCG or development sectors preferred
Master’s degree in Agriculture, Business, International Development or a related field
Strong experience with ESG frameworks and impact measurement
Proven institutional partner network and strong negotiation skills
APPLICATION LINK
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POSITION THREE
VP COMMERCIAL AND BUSINESS EXPANSION
JOB SUMMARY
The Vice President, Commercial and Business Expansion will drive growth and profitability through strategic partnerships, capital raising, new client acquisition and innovative market penetration. The role will lead commercial strategy and execution across local and export markets.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Partnerships and Collaboration
Engage public sector institutions including NALDA, BOA, BOI, CBN and FMARD
Collaborate with private sector and technology partners for client acquisition, data management and monitoring
Engage development finance institutions and grant providers
Commercial Strategy
Define go to market strategies for local and export business units
Segment markets including retail, institutional, processors and international buyers
Develop pricing strategies, discount structures and revenue targets
Export Development
Identify priority markets across West and Central Africa
Manage export compliance, documentation, certifications and logistics partners
Build relationships with international distributors, brokers and buyers
Local Trading and Distribution
Strengthen local distribution networks including wholesalers, aggregators, cooperatives and modern trade channels
Optimize channel performance aligned with inventory and fulfillment systems
Monitor market intelligence and competitor activities
Sales and Marketing Leadership
Lead national and international sales teams with clear targets and performance metrics
Coordinate branding, digital and traditional marketing campaigns and product launches
Represent the company at trade shows, buyer missions and exporter forums
Profit and Loss Accountability
Manage revenue forecasts, budgets and margin optimization
Collaborate with supply chain and finance teams to mitigate currency, logistics and export risks
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of seven years experience in commercial leadership within agribusiness, FMCG or international trade
Strong local trading and export experience with global regulatory familiarity
Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field
APPLICATION LINK
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POSITION FOUR
VP INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY
JOB SUMMARY
The Vice President, Innovation and Technology will drive innovation across products, processes and platforms, accelerating agri technology adoption and digital transformation across Arzikin Noma Africa’s value chains.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Innovation Strategy
Define an innovation roadmap for sustainable intensification, yield improvement and climate smart agriculture
Identify high impact technologies including precision farming tools, data analytics, AI, blockchain traceability and IoT solutions
Evaluate emerging trends in biotechnology, soil health, renewable energy and farm systems
Technology Implementation
Oversee digital transformation initiatives including ERP systems, supply chain traceability and farmer mobile applications
Champion digital tools that improve farmer engagement, productivity and access to services
Integrate fintech and digital banking solutions supporting payments, credit, savings and insurance for smallholder farmers
Collaborate with technology partners, startups, research centers and universities to pilot new solutions
Research and Product Development
Lead R and D initiatives across seed varieties, bio inputs, sustainable packaging and value added products
Ensure strong integration between R and D, operations and commercial teams
Innovation Culture and Talent
Build and lead multidisciplinary innovation teams
Establish ideation processes, innovation sprints and incubation pipelines
Promote continuous learning and adoption of best practices
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of seven years experience in technology leadership, innovation management or R and D
Strong experience with digital platforms, data analytics and emerging technology ecosystems
Ability to balance experimentation with operational execution
Experience with AI, automation and agri technology solutions preferred
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