Agronomist (Officer )

DCA/NCA is looking for an enthusiastic agronomist to join its Cash and Livelihood programme in south- and eastern Ukraine. She/he will contribute to the efficient and effective implementation of agro projects as part of the DCA/NCA Cash and Livelihood team based in Mykolaiv. His/her main responsibilities will be the technical support with the implementation of agriculture focused projects; cooperation with and the development of local partners; direct liaison with local stakeholders and the humanitarian coordination system; and internal stakeholder management such as other departments and the DCA/NCA senior management in Kyiv.

Main responsibilities:

• Contributes to the implementation and running of all cash and livelihoods projects
• Contributes to written reporting
• Gives accurate and reliable technical advice to the Cash and Livelihood Programme Manager
• Identifies, formulates, implements, monitors and evaluates impact of agricultural / farming projects
• Coordinates with partners, humanitarian clusters and local stakeholders on the projects and provide support to the communities benefiting from DCA/NCA’s assistance in agriculture.
• Represents DCA/NCA in front of agricultural institutions/departments/organizations, when
• requested. When asked for, participates in other project related activities.
• Works closely with other departments in planning and implementation whenever relevant
• Provides technical support during the project cycle (agricultural assessments, prepare seasonal calendar).
• Develops and maintains good working relationship with partners.
• Monitors the agricultural projects on several levels: administrative, quality assurance and technical.
• Detects and summarizes any problem or situation related to agriculture; proposes evidence-based responses/actions from the organization’s side.
• Identifies appropriate interventions taking into account existing livelihood and/or agriculture-based approaches and alternative livelihoods.
• Works closely with other departments in planning and implementation whenever relevant
• Provides technical support during the project cycle (agricultural assessments, prepare seasonal calendar).
• Develops and maintains good working relationship with partners.
• Supports the training and capacity building of team and partners.
• Reports events and changes within the region that could have an impact on DCA/NCA’s activities, in particular in relation to Cash and Livelihood Programme which will allow to further formulate objectives and priorities.

Requirements:

• University degree in Agriculture, Veterinary or similar degree
• Minimum 2 years’ work experience in a similar field is an asset
• Professional working level in written and spoken English and Ukrainian language is required
• Excellent interpersonal communication, ability to communicate effectively on culturally sensitive issues to diverse audiences.
• Ability to be proactive and work independently.
• Ability to operate in a high stress and unpredictable environment.
• Good knowledge of geographically assigned environment
• Good reporting capacity.
• Willingness to travel

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, abilities or ethnic affiliation are encouraged to apply for the vacancy. DCA conducts an anti-terror check as part of the recruitment process. It is a prerequisite that you can pass this check and maintain this status throughout your employment with us. Everyone applying for a job with DCA must be ready to comply with our Code of Conduct, Staff Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment and our Child Safeguarding Policy.

Department: Ukraine

Deadline: 30 September 2024

Location: 54000, Mykolaiv, Ukraine