Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Engineering, Agriculture Technology, Agronomy, Crop production, Crop Science, Crop Protection, or Soil Science, or related fields
  
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in food security, livelihoods, agro-related interventions, and climate adaptation projects.
  
• Knowledge of climate-resilient agriculture and livestock integration strategies in fragile environments.
  
• Strong knowledge of sustainable agricultural practices and the ability to train and support farmers in adopting innovative farming systems.
  
• Proven experience with rehabilitating productive assets or developing improved production systems in a similar socio-environmental context.
  
• Proven management and coordination skills (HR, projects, and stress management).
  

• Coordinate the rehabilitation and development of community-based agricultural infrastructure, including market gardens, irrigation systems, and fish farming units, to enhance productivity and resilience to climate change.
  
• Promote the use of climate-adaptive farming systems and the adoption of innovative and sustainable farming practices, such as agroforestry, greenhouse agriculture, drip irrigation, and sustainable fish farming techniques, to mitigate the effects of climate change and improve long-term agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability.
  
• Support the implementation and scaling of fish farming activities, providing training on sustainable practices, fish pond management, and fish processing techniques to improve production, marketability, and income generation.
  

• Monitor the progress of agricultural activities and provide regular reports on outputs, outcomes, and challenges to the Deputy Programme Manager.
  
• Conduct field visits to assess the quality of agricultural interventions, gathering feedback from beneficiaries and identifying areas for improvement.
  
• Support data collection efforts to measure the impact of agricultural activities on food security, income levels, and community resilience.
  
• Ensure monthly quality and timely activity reporting of all agricultural activities
  

• Engage with community leaders, local authorities, and stakeholders to ensure that agricultural and fish farming activities are aligned with local needs and priorities.
  
• Work with local government officials to identify and address any barriers to the successful implementation of agricultural projects, ensuring that community members are fully involved in decision-making processes.
  
• Serve as the primary point of contact for communities regarding agricultural and fish farming activities, ensuring that beneficiaries are well-informed and engaged throughout the project cycle.
  

• Communicate performance standards, provide feedback, and support the professional development of team members.
  
• Contribute to the professional development and improvement of team members by providing support.
  
• Communicate Action Against Hunger performance standards and expectations to Assistants, which includes: 10 minutes monthly conversation, 3 months/end of probation performance appraisal, and annual/ end of contract appraisal.
  
• Establish performance objectives, provide feedback, and identify strengths and areas for professional improvement.