Agronomist (Officer )
Folkekirkens Nødhjælp
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
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