Concern Worldwide would like to invite qualified and competent applicants to apply for the following vacant post.
1.Agriculture and Livestock project officer
Location: Debark, Amhara
Salary: Birr 29,466-38,446
Job Purpose:
To take overall responsibility for the implementation of Agriculture and Livestock related activities in line with SEGORP II programme proposals which intended to bring positive changes in the lives of target population.
To provide technical support, and guidance for the project planning including conducting situational analysis & and implementation of Agriculture/Livestock sector which intended to bring positive changes in the lives of target population.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Play lead role on the identification of Agriculture and livestock project interventions in accordance with SEGORP program proposal.
Come up with new ideas and innovative technologies appropriate to the local context and manageable by target population
Responsible to prepare Agriculture/Livestock activities vs budget and action plan in SEGORP II program.
Design appropriate implementation modalities and program approach to strengthen sustainability factors moreover, build the capacity of key stakeholders so as to implement the project effectively and efficiently in collaboration with concerned units
Implement Agriculture/Livestock development activities as per the plan within the agreed time table;
Facilitate and encourage sustainable agriculture/Livestock extension and farmer’s asset building to enhance the return on asset in collaboration with the community, government and other responsible bodies;
Design appropriate implementation modalities and program approach to strengthen sustainability factors of the project
Build confidence in application of change through introducing innovative ideas/approaches in to the agriculture/Livestock and other related rural livelihoods strategies;
Conduct and facilitate training on Agriculture and Livestock intensification and diversification techniques and methodologies for field staff and project stakeholders;
Build, in collaboration with concerned units, the capacity of key stakeholders so as to implement the project effectively and efficiently;
Promote and ensure community participation & initiatives through all possible methods (esp. the marginalized group) in all aspects of project activities;
Facilitate and encourage sustainable Agriculture/Livestock extension and farmer’s asset building to enhance the return on asset in collaboration with the community, government and other responsible bodies;
Facilitate and participates in Woreda /zone level seasonal (Meher and Belg) food security needs (crop and livestock performance) assessments in SEGORP project.
Maintain good network with partner organizations at Woreda/zonal levels working in Agriculture and Livestock development;
Promote and ensure community participation & initiatives through all possible methods (esp. the marginalized group) in all aspects of program activities;
Prepare technical and supportive supervision plan based on the need assessment for staff and project stakeholders and report on time;
Facilitate and participate in the identification and selection of target beneficiaries in collaboration with SEGORP project staff, local community and Local Government structures.
What We Offer:
A competitive salary and benefit package
Excellent medical benefits (100% cover including dependents)
20 days annual leave
26 weeks (paid) maternity leave, 18weeks(unpaid) parental leave
Opportunities to travel overseas and gain international experience
Skill and educational background
- Bachler Degree in General Agriculture, Agriculture fields with five years’ or Master’s degree three years relevant experienc
Applicational way
Interested applicants should send non-returnable C.V., application letter outlining how their experience and education fit this vacancy via ethiojobs.net or Apply in person at Gondar coordination office. Application Link
Deadline: Dec 15, 2023