Agronomist (2 Positions)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT – AGRONOMIST 2 POSITIONS - SOMALIA

Position Title: Agronomist 2 Positions

Duty Station: 1 in Dolow/ 1 in Bardere Gedo Region

Organizational Unit: Programmes

Reporting Directly To: Field Coordinator

Overall Supervision By: Project Manager

Remuneration: Negotiable

Managerial Responsibility: None.

Duration: 1 Year with possibility of extension

Directly Reporting Staff: 3

2.       ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE

Under the overall guidance and direct supervision by the Field Coordinator the incumbent will be accountable and responsible for the implementation of activities as directly herewith within Lifeline Gedo’s Programme areas.

3.       RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Program implementation and Development

·         Work with the LLG project team and Community Resilience Committee (CRC) in the identification,

selection and registration of the SCRP program beneficiaries in Gedo region and ensuring that the targeting process is participatory and transparent.

·         Work with the LLG project manager, field Coordinator and other programme staff to ensure the

achievement of the objectives of LLG’s humanitarian development/emergency programmes in

Gedo.

·         Make regular field visits to inspect and monitor the overall crop performance and persistence of pest infestation or damage caused by pest.

·         Introduction/Application of organic and provides on the-job training and technical know-how on organic fertilizer to field extension workers. 

·         Management of the activities of FFS particularly farm inputs and conduct training on the basis of training gabs identified

·         Prepare and conduct field days and exposure visits for FFS to strengthen group cohesion, dynamic and performance of FFS

·         In collaboration with field extension workers select the sites and establish the Farmers Field School (FFS) communal demonstration plots.

·         In collaboration with field extension workers, field officer/Assistants and farmers organize and conduct field days on FFS communal plots in wider farming community are invited.

·         Able to prepare training curriculum on crop husbandry and post-harvest management (PHM) techniques and conduct training to extension workers and FFS facilitators based on crop cycle period

·         In conjunction with extension workers/field assistants and field officers prepare and conduct on the-job training session for FFS groups in demonstration plot based on crop calendar seasons.

·         In collaboration with field coordinator, extension workers and target farmers conduct seasonal crop harvest assessment.  

·         Provide technical input and support to Project/Field Officers, Field Assistants, Community Extension Workers on the project capacity building issues

·         In –conjunction with Project Engineers participate the identification of weak river sections and canals to be rehabilitated through cash for work.

 Monitoring and Reporting

·         Collect (or support others to collect) and compile all required monitoring data in a timely manner.

·         In conjunction with LLG field team and CRC Collect information on LLG’s humanitarian response in the area of SCRP.

·         Continuously monitor the humanitarian/food security situation across LLG BRCIS program areas and provide accurate reports to your line manage.

·         Monitor soil condition and evaluate parameters such as soil fertility, compaction, drainage, and soil moisture contents

·         Formulate field agricultural plans and share with field staff and at the same time do reviews of agricultural plans on monthly basis

·         Participate with project field staff in formulating community action plans and submitting the report on right time

·         Undertake additional assessments, beneficiary interviews in case necessary, to keep up to date with community perceptions of the project, changing needs and opinions.

·         Participate in project assessments, surveys, surveillance, program reviews and other monitoring activities as required.

·         Compile and prepare monthly, quarterly, annually and field reports at the field level and submit to the Program Manager

·         Contribute to the preparation and collection of case studies to demonstrate programme impact

·         Undertake regular visits to the project sites and report back with findings/recommendations

·         Participate participatory evaluations in the project areas  and make necessary recommendations to improve project activities

·         Monitor & supervise and make follow-ups for the project activities using project monitoring tools.

Coordination

·         Liaise with LLG WASH and other teams to ensure collaboration and integrated support to vulnerable families wherever possible.

·         Participate in internal programme meetings as required

·         Attend National Food security monthly meetings in Dolow

·         Coordinate and guide Project/Field officers, Field assistants and Community extension workers in undertaking periodic training need assessments and identify training gaps of partners of CBOs (Community Disaster Management Committees, Canal committees, Farmer Field Schools Self Help Groups, Community Extension Workers

Other

·         Look for opportunities to expand, improve or adapt the programme and advise the LLG management

·         Other tasks as may reasonably be requested by the LLG management  

Education

·         Educated to degree level in Agricultural Science or Environmental Science or Natural resources and Water and land management and soil conservation or related field

EXPERIENCE

·         At least 2 to 3 years of experience of humanitarian/development programme implementation, including two years at management level.

Special Skills

·         Good analytical thinking and good interpersonal skills

·         Ability and willingness to interact successfully and respectfully with people at all levels and from all backgrounds

·         Ability to work under pressure and without constant supervision.

·         Flexibility and ability to carry out additional duties and tasks as required and adapt to a changing operational environment

·         Innovative and pro-active with a positive attitude

5.       COMPETENCIES

Behavioral

Accountability

·         Accepts and gives constructive criticism

·         Follows all relevant procedures, processes, and policies

·         Meets deadline, cost, and quality requirements for outputs

·         Monitors own work to correct errors

·         Takes responsibility for meeting commitments and for any shortcomings

·         Provides constructive feedback to colleagues

Beneficiary Orientation

·         Identifies the immediate and peripheral beneficiaries of own work

Continuous Learning

·         Contributes to colleagues' learning

·         Demonstrates interest in improving relevant skills

Communication

·         Actively shares relevant information

·         Writes clearly and effectively, adapting wording and style to the intended audience

·         Listens effectively and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience

Professionalism

·         Masters subject matter related to responsibilities

·         Identifies issues, opportunities, and risks central to responsibilities

·         Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation

·         Persistent, calm, and polite in the face of challenges and stress

·         Treats all colleagues with respect and dignity

·         Works effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to relevant cultural contexts

·         Knowledgeable about and promotes LLG core mandate

Teamwork

·         Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment

·         Contributes to, and follows team objectives

·         Gives credit where credit is due

·         Seeks input and feedback from others

·         Actively supports and implements final group decisions

6.       Technical

·         Effectively applies knowledge and skills on LLGs mission, policies and procedures

·         Provides solutions to problems or areas where improvement is needed with regards to delivering on LLG’s mandate remove it here as you mentioned in competence section.

7.       LANGUAGE

·         Proficiency in Somali and working knowledge of English language required

Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should apply by submitting their applications (cover letter, updated CV and contacts of 3 professional referees) by email to [email protected]  or LLG’s Office,  in Dolow or Bardere  with the subject line “Application for Agronomist Including District Name you are applying for example Application for Agronomist  Bardere" The closing date for application is 3rd October 2022. Applications and CVs submitted after deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Due to the fact this position is urgent, applications will be short listed on a regular basis and we may offer posts before the closing date

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