The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day planning, implementation, monitoring and coordination of the GIZ project activities in Magwi in line with the project implementation plans and SCI programme quality becnkmarks. In particular, the incumbent will be responsible for establishment and needs and capacity assessment of various livelihoods and business groups in the target areas, and providing a tailored technical guidance and training support to enhance their capacities on various aspects of agricultural production. He/she will work closely with the FSL Project coordinator in community mobilization and sensitization, beneficiaries identification and registration, planning of inputs distribution, activities monitoring and field level coordination and reporting. He/ She is expected to demonstrate highest standard of quality and professionalism in his/her work to ensure better outcomes for the supported project participants.

Eligibility Criteria

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree, Diploma or equivalent in Agriculture Science only.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential

• At least three years of working experience in agriculture sector or FSL either with local or international NGOs or government.
• Well verse with agricultural extension methodologies such as FFS, with combined technical expertise in various aspects of agricultural crops production.
• Strong experience in working with community production groups and demonstrate strong facilitation skills in administering of community trainings and meetinsg.
• Motivated self-starter, able to carry out work independently but also coordinate effectively as part of a team;
• Proven skills on managing changes, achieving results, ensuring quality, team building and capacity building.
• Ability and willingness to work under pressure as part of a professional team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including cultural sensitivity, assertiveness and negotiating skills.
• Demonstrated planning and organizational skills;
• Good spoken and written fluency in English and computer literacy (MS Office and email/internet);
• Excellent report writing skills
• Familiar with local context in Kapoeta North and Torit and can effectively navigate challenges in either of these locations.

Desireable

• Knowledge of the area, socio-culture and local language where the post is located as an added advantage
• Practical experience in implementation of agricultural related interventions in both stable and volatile context with proven history of success and results.