Project Officer
1 month ago
ABOUT THE COMPANY
World Vision is an international Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation working in almost 100 countries world-wide to create lasting change in the lives of children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice.
JOB SUMMARY
Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesMinimum education, training and experience requirements to qualify for the position:Minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Agriculture or related field from a recognized university3 years’ Demonstrated experience in integrating Food Security and NutritionExperience in implementing biofortification interventions is an added advantageExperience in local level partnerships including Department of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries and Agricultural research institutionsHave practical agricultural extension knowledge with an emphasis on value chain developmentAbility to ride a motor cycle (in possession of a valid and clean riding license)Knowledge on environment and climate change, community disaster management, peace building and economic empowerment initiatives will be an added advantage
RESPONSIBILITIES
Effective project design, planning and implementation 40%Contextualize/adopt GROW ENRICH design guidelines to maximize project impactEnsure the biofortification and other agriculture/Food security/ Livelihoods interventions are implemented within schedule, plans and budgetsEnsure agriculture/Food security/ Livelihoods interventions are integrated and inclusive of gender, child protection, disability, Christian commitment and advocacyEnsure identification of local needs and resources and take appropriate programming measuresSupport in developing quality project Annual work plans with clear targets, budgets on the livelihood’s componentsMobilize Communities for project implementationProvide field-level technical implementation leadership on Agriculture/FSEnsure proper and timely implementation of Agriculture/FS interventions in the GROW ENRICH as per approved design documents, WVK standards and donor requirementsEnsure effective integration of Agriculture/FS interventions with other projects in the programImplement project audit recommendations;Ensure integration of Child protection, Disability, Gender mainstreaming and environmental protection into Agriculture/FS interventionsTrack, in liaison with AP Project Accountant, project implementation expenditure levels and manage work plans and budgets;Timely Mobilization and effective communication with communities and stakeholders during baselines and evaluationsEnsure identification of local needs and resourcesTimely implementation of L&R activities as per approved work plansProject(s) goals achievedImplementation within timelines and acceptable burn ratesLocal resources optimized for impact in L&RVulnerable Households adopt biofortified cropsLead farmers identified and capacity built to upscale biofortification component of the projectL&R activities well integrated in other MNCH activitiesMonitoring, reporting and documentation 35%Engage community structures and partners in the planning of the monitoring activities in an appropriate manner;Develop monitoring plan with communities and partners agreeing on the required standards for monitoring, with support from the Regional DME specialists;Build the capacity of communities and partners on monitoring of including using Agriculture/FS activitiesEnsure monthly monitoring of indicators as per schedule developed together with communities and partners;Analyze and utilize Agriculture/FS data and take appropriate programming measures as may apply;Ensure participatory monthly data collection (involving community groups and partners);Support the utilization of Agriculture/FS DME softwares for accurate data entry and analysis using the standardized toolsFacilitate regular reflections on monitoring practice to make improvements as needed.Contextualize and utilize reporting guidelines;Develop quality project reports (Annual, Semi-annul and Monthly Management Reports) in-line with donor and WV reporting guidelines;Monthly monitor project expenditure and level of implementation and report on any variances to AP/Project Manager and NO Programme Officer for decision making;Ensure documentation of local needs and resources;Identify best practices on Agriculture/FS within the AP/Project for documentation;Liaise for guidance in documentation of best practices from the regional office and national office;Timely development and submission of project reports as per set Donor and WVK guidelines and standardsEffective monitoring and tracking of L&R interventionsProject reports communicate impactL&R aspects within project survey effectively designed and completedL&R aspects of project well designed and planned and in line with donor and WVK standardsEngagement, networking and fundraising 20%Ensure that the key laws, polices, regulations and government service delivery standards in Agriculture/FS are shared, interpreting and explained to communitiesEffectively represent of WVK in Agriculture/FS stakeholder meetings at county and sub-county levels.Report on resource mobilization opportunities at county and sub-county levelLiaise appropriately with Harvest Plus and ADS to ensure successful implementation of the biofortification activitiesParticipation in National/World Food Days and Trade Fairs at county and sub-county level.Provide information to inform fund raising initiatives at national levelWork with the Ministries of Agriculture and Water & Natural Resources for technical directions and leveraging of resources to support Agriculture/FS interventions in the AP/Project.Facilitate community members to advocate on HHs food security issues to relevant stakeholders;Work with Private sector, other NGOs, CBOs, FBOs, Committees and Groups with related objectives for synergy and sustainability and;Support community, sub-county and county level forums that facilitate identification of hindrances to effective Agriculture/FS interventionsWork with community groups and other CSOs to develop Memorandum and/or petitions for engagementTimely engagements and stakeholder contribution in LRAdvocacy for L&R financing and prioritization at all levelImproved profile for WVK work on livelihoodsSmooth engagement and coordination on biofortification activities with Harvest plus and DoALF and ADSNational LR related days commemoratedLinkages maintained with DoALF other support key stakeholders for effective ENRICH GROW service delivery iAny other duties as assigned by the Supervisor 5%
REQUIRED SKILLS
Project management, Reporting, Stakeholder communication, Capacity planning, Project implementation, Communication
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree
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