Somalia: AGRONOMIST AND CASH TECHNICAL COORDINATOR

ABOUT US

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental, non-profit organization which has been operating in Somalia since 1997. DRC has mainly focused on Somalis who are displaced by conflict and natural disaster. DRC programs include Protection, Food security & Livelihoods, Shelter/NFI and Water & Sanitation.

ABOUT THE JOB

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) Somalia Programme is seeking an Agronomist and Cash Coordinator with a dedication, supporting the delivery of quality programs implementation through sustained quality technical advice. The Agronomist and Cash Coordinator will work closely with the Area Program Managers/Coordinators in Somalia to review and improve existing programs and identify opportunities for new and innovative program. The position will report to the Resilience, Livelihoods and Cash Manager, managing the following aspects of programs:

· Strengthening DRC Somalia capacity and profile in Agriculture and Cash programming

· Review existing programming for Agriculture and Cash and make recommendations for areas of growth and or expansion Review and development of relevant guidelines for Agriculture and Cash programming.

The overall responsibilities

The main duties and responsibilities will be:

· Focal point for all agriculture/Cash related programs to ensure best practices and optimum results;

· Focal point for Somalia program in the Agro development and other plat forms;

· Prepare the Monthly food security cluster reports and submit by 5th of every month.

· Review cash and agro reports

· Ensure technical quality in the implementation of Agriculture/Cash projects, through real time support to national and international staff;

· Review of existing Agriculture/ Cash technical guidelines and development of new guidelines where necessary;

· Undertake Assessments/Rapid assessments for Agro cash.

· Focal point for Agriculture/Cash related proposal writing, and reporting in coordination with other staff members (OFDA/FFP/ECHO,EU,DANIDA);

· Undertake frequent field visits to project sites to ensure that activities are carried out in accordance to work plan and technical requirements;

· Identify staff training needs, and provide on the job training and capacity building for relevant staff

· Support liaison with local authorities and national authorities as well as communities;

· Ensure all food security and livelihood related programming adhere to HAP/CHS & M&E guidelines;

· Strategy development and development of future interventions related to agriculture, food security programming.

Required qualifications and experience:

· A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior programmatic capacity with food security, Programming, and livelihood and/or disaster risk reduction (namely drought) programs with international NGOs.

· Experience with implementation of projects related to GROW. Demonstrated experience in assessment and M&E, and integration of FSL initiatives with other sectors.

· Knowledge and experience in participatory approaches and tools.

· Experience working in insecure environments, preferably Sub-Sahara Africa.

· Proficiency in written and spoken English is required; proficiency in written and spoken Somali is beneficial.

· Extensive operational knowledge of donor guidelines and procedures (logical frameworks, proposal development and report writing.

· Experience in capacity building of national staff and communities. Good command of computer programs and applications.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with various stakeholders.

Desirable qualifications:

· Minimum Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, rural development or other relevant field. Proficiency in written and spoken English and Somali is required.

ABOUT YOU

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

· Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.

· Collaborating: You are a strong networker and enjoy working with many different types of stakeholders, you involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.

· Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while balancing the role of advisor and taking leadership

· Communicating: You write and speak effectively and honestly and display political and cultural sensitivity, including ability to adapt well to local cultures

Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

Interested & qualified candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit their updated CV and a 1-page Cover letter clearly stating their motivation and why they are suited for the post to drcjobs@drcsomalia.org with the subject heading “AGRONOMIST AND CASH TECHNICAL COORDINATOR” not later than 23 December 2017

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the written test & oral interview.

(DRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer)