Job notice: Agricultural Recovery Assistant: Source Danish Refugee Council

Position Title

Agricultural Recovery Assistant

Supervised by

Programme Team Leader Djohong / Meiganga

Reports to:

Programme Team Leader Djohong / Meiganga

Duty station

Meiganga, with frequent trips to Garoua Boulaï, Djohong and other places that apply.

Zone d’intervention

Djohong Cameroon

Period considered

12 months

Type of Contract

National

Salary and benefits

Non-Management, band I

Introduction

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) assists refugees and displaced people around the world: we provide emergency aid to these people, we fight for their rights and we strengthen their opportunities for a better future. We work in areas affected by conflict, as well as along displacement routes, and within the countries in which refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive to achieve responsible and sustainable solutions. We work for the successful integration of vulnerable communities and, where possible, the realization of their wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown into an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 employees and 8,000 volunteers. Headquartered in Copenhagen, and present in 40 countries, the DRC is a non-governmental, non-profit, politically neutral and independent, non-denominational aid organization.

Our vision is a life with dignity for all displaced people around the world. All our efforts are based on our moral compass: humanity, respect, independence, neutrality, participation, honesty and transparency.

Context

THE POST

Purpose of the position:

Under the direct supervision of the Meiganga / Djohong Team Leader Program, the Agricultural Recovery Assistant is responsible for the direct implementation of the activities of the project(s) related to his technical field and the monitoring of these in accordance with the established work plan.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Main responsibilities:

The Agricultural Recovery Assistant will be responsible for:

Ensure the implementation of the project in accordance with established plans;
Participate in the process of defining vulnerability criteria with communities, setting up targeting committees, identifying and selecting beneficiaries
Establish Farmer Field Schools (CEP), train members of agricultural groups on the approach, themes and technical routes identified;
Monitor agricultural campaigns, accompany and support farmers in their practices, the difficulties they encounter and in the search for solutions;
Promote and disseminate agroecological techniques and sustainable management of natural resources;
Ensure good collaboration with the MINADER/Agricultural Post Manager and carry out training, supervision and joint visits;
Promote the participation of all population groups in the project, including beneficiaries, non-beneficiaries, local authorities, local leaders, youth, women and groups with specific needs;
Participate in the development of the community network and strengthen group-WITH relationships with agricultural, commercial institutions and micro-credit agencies
Support coaches in monitoring beneficiaries and contributing to strengthening their capacities
Strengthen the capacities of producers and support them in structuring into groups/POs/cooperatives, their integration into agricultural sectors
Participate in updating monitoring tools and databases, collect and transmit all the information necessary for monitoring the project to the Team Leaders Program;
Contribute to the various surveys and evaluations carried out as part of the program (including market monitoring);
Prepare and implement all activities relating to information for beneficiaries and stakeholders;
Write or contribute to the writing of reports requested by the Team Leader Program;
Support the project management team in organizing supervision visits by national, regional coordination teams, etc.
Support, at the request of N+1 and/or N+2, socio-economic and protection operational themes, any other relevant task assigned by the supervisor.
Contribute to strengthening links and coordination between the protection teams and ECREC in the operational aspects of the project

The responsibilities listed in this job description are not exhaustive and may be readjusted based on operational needs, but will remain consistent with the overall purpose of the position.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications and experience

Education: (include certificates, licenses etc.)

Bac + 2 minimum in a relevant field (higher technician in agriculture, agroeconomics, rural development, or technical professional trainer in the field, or any other equivalent diploma in a relevant field preferably in agriculture)

Technical experience and skills:

Minimum one (01) years of relevant experience particularly in national or international NGOs in a similar position, experience with DRC would be an asset;
Two (2) years of experience working in agriculture/rural development programs;
Experience in training, technical advice and supervision of farmers;
Ability to transmit skills through theoretical and practical training in an efficient, clear and precise manner;
Ability to collect data via a tablet (kobo);
Practical knowledge of Excel, Word software;
Knowledge of the intervention area;
Good oral and written communication skills;
Be flexible and able to work under pressure;
Good knowledge of local languages (Fulfulde, Gbaya, Sango, etc.);
Motorcycle driving license (A) would be an asset;
Striving for excellence : Focus on achieving results while ensuring efficient processes.
Collaboration : Involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Responsibility (taking the initiative) : Take responsibility and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communication : Listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Integrity : Uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and code of conduct, including protection against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

LANGUAGES

Fluency in written and spoken French.
Mastery of local languages
Knowledge of English desirable.

Main stakeholders: (internal and external)

DRC staff and partners
Local populations and leaders

How to apply

Application process

If you are interested, then apply online: https://job.drc.ngo/jobs/job?id=170207

Applications can only be made online, on the site indicated above. You must upload your CV (3 pages maximum) as well as a cover letter online. The CV and cover letter can be in French or English.

Applications made by post, by sending an email or by submitting a physical file will not be considered.

DRC provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits any practice of discrimination based on race, sex, skin color, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, age, marital status or other any disability situation. DRC does not practice any discrimination in its recruitment processes.

For more information about the Danish Refugee Council, please visit the organization’s website: drc.ngo.

Applications will close on February 5, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. Cameroon time. However, it is possible for the DRC to begin, before the end of the publication of the offer, the recruitment process if an application meets the expectations and requirements of the position.

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