Position Title: Consultant – Knowledge Management Hub (KMH) Communications

Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland

Classification: Consultant, Grade Other

Type of Appointment: Consultant, five months

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 14 July 2022

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Context:

Project Context and Scope

Funded by the European Union Trust Fund for Africa and the Development Cooperation Instrument, the European Union (EU) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) have launched several programmes (the “EU-IOM Actions”) addressing migrant protection and sustainable reintegration in Africa and in Asia in 2017 and 2018. In this framework, a Knowledge Management Hub (KMH) was established at IOM Headquarters (HQ) in 2017, with the main objective to support the implementation of the EU-IOM Actions.

The KMH plays a crucial role in the implementation of these initiatives by providing thematic expertise, supporting cross-regional harmonization of information management systems, monitoring and evaluation activities, the development of knowledge management tools, and support return and reintegration-related research.

One of the key components of the KMH’s work is the production of high-quality audio-visual materials (namely, videos, podcasts and photos) and the creation of a dedicated online content library, where the finalized products will be displayed. This with anaim to encourage pro-active communication and dissemination of best practices and lessons learned.

Audio-visual materials to be produced will include a total of +130 high-quality videos, 20 podcasts and 200 photos which will be publicly available in the dedicated online content library on the Return and Reintegration Platform, and will display reintegration stories and subjects from 11 target countries: Bangladesh, Brazil, Cameroon, El Salvador, Ethiopia, Georgia, Malawi, Morocco, the Philippines, Senegal and Serbia.

The audio-visual materials will target in particular: return and reintegration practitioners, donors, international, national and local organizations, government authorities at all levels as well as the general audience. To do so, a multi-channel dissemination strategy is being put in place with dedicated messages and materials targeted to the different audiences. The dissemination campaign will be aimed at global and national audiences and it will include online and offline actions, depending in particular on the local contexts and opportunities.

For this purpose IOM is recruiting a consultant. Under the overall supervision of the Managing Editor of Media and Communications Unit (MCU) and the direct supervision of the Communications Officer of MCU, in close collaboration with the Communications Officer of the

EU-IOM Knowledge Management Hub, the Consultant will support the preparation and dissemination of communication materials of relevance to the KMH as well as work towards enhancing the visibility of IOM`s work on return and reintegration overall.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing:

The Media and Communications Unit (MCU) is comprised of experienced communications professionals based in Geneva and Manila.

The team provides advice and support on media and public information issues to the Executive Office, departments and divisions at IOM Headquarters, Regional Offices, and missions worldwide. It is responsible for global media relations, crisis management and advocacy, and produces a variety of on- and off-line content to enhance awareness of IOM, its operations, policies and data among diverse audiences.

MCU, manages IOM’s Global website and social media accounts, its institutional branding, and the development of innovative digital tools, and oversees initiatives including the Global Migration Media Academy and the It Takes A Community campaign.

The Protection Division of the Department of Programme Support and Migration Management (DPSMM) provides protection and assistance to migrants in need, including trafficked persons, smuggled migrants with protection needs, (rejected) asylum seekers, migrants in irregular situations, stranded migrants, unaccompanied and separated migrant children, migrants subjected to violence, exploitation or abuse, and other migrants in vulnerable situations.

Within this Division, the Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR) Unit oversees activities directed at setting up and/or strengthening assisted voluntary return and reintegration frameworks in host countries, countries of transit and origin.

The KMH within the AVRR Unit was established in September 2017 under the European Union funded Pilot Action on Voluntary Return and Sustainable, Community-Based Reintegration to strengthen learning across return and reintegration programmes, and support the harmonization of approaches, processes and tools.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Tasks to be performed under this contract

• Support the operationalization of the KMH global and country-based dissemination strategy on return and sustainable reintegration.
• Assist in the preparation of public information materials and contents (social media,short-videos and audio contents) for online audiences in clear and concise English, in consultation with IOM’s Social Media manager.
• Assist with the drafting and publication of feature-length content and news pieces on returnand sustainable reintegration, in line with the activities and products of the KMH.
• Support the development and management of the Return and Reintegration Platform’s Media Centre.
• Produce visuals and infographics on return and sustainable reintegration, in line with theactivities and products of the KMH.
• Support the coordination of communication and information actions to increase publicawareness on KMH products and activities.
• Support MCD’s efforts to gather, prepare, and disseminate public information materials on return and reintegration.
• Support to general activities with linkages to KMH within the Department of Migration Supportand Programme Management (DPSMM) as deemed necessary

Performance indicators for evaluation of results

• Revision of the current dissemination and outreach strategy related to the KMH’s produced audio-visual materials on return and sustainable reintegration;
• Development of an operationalization plan of the above-mentioned strategy to be implementedat the global level as well as at the country level in each target countries, in coordination with national communication officers;
• Development of a global social media dissemination plan, messages and contents related tothe KMH’s produced audio-visual materials on return and sustainable reintegration;
• Development of an information package on the usage and consumption of the KMH’s produced audio-visual materials on return and sustainable reintegration among targeted audiences;
• Production of blog stories for each target country, in coordination with national communicationofficers.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education, experience and/or skills required

• Master’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• At least 4 years of professional experience on communication;
• Experience in writing and editing for online or offline outlets (i.e. blog articles, press releases);
• Experience in developing and implementing awareness raising campaigns;
• Experience on migration and/or return and reintegration topics is an asset;
• Working experience in an international organization is an asset.

Skills

• Working knowledge of graphic design and video editing, in particular for social media dissemination;
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team of colleagues of varied cultural and professional backgrounds;
• Strong organizational skills.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this consultancy, fluency in English and working knowledge in French is required (oral and written).

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Upon need, travel on duty could be considered.

The consultant must adhere to the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Data Protection Principles (IN/138) and maintain confidentiality.

The consultant will be responsible to follow IOM writing guidelines and latest glossaries in all given assignments for accurate translation.

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

• The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
• Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

🚩 Vacancy Announcement n°: 168241

📢 Job Title: Geospatial Analyst

📌Type of Contract: Limited Fixed-Term (LFT)

➡️ Unit / Division: Research, Assessment & Monitoring Unit / Regional Bureau for Western Africa

📍 Duty Station: Dakar, Senegal

➡️ Duration: 24 months (renewable)

⏰ Closing date: Thursday 14 July 2022, midnight (Dakar Time)

What will you do in this position?

You will analyze satellite imagery, to detect and quantify cropland change dynamics at the locality level in hard-to-reach/inaccessible areas across West and Central Africa (WCA), providing evidence of existing conflict-related hazards and vulnerabilities. You will produce an analysis focus on conflict-affected areas where access is limited, including the Liptako-Gourma area (border areas between Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger), the Lake Chad Basin (Northern Cameroon, Western Chad, South-Eastern Niger, North-Eastern Nigeria), the Central African Republic, parts of Chad and parts of Cameroon. You will work in close collaboration with relevant partners and the taskforce POT (Produits d’Observation de la Terre), a regional taskforce gathering institutions involved in the EO domain in WCA, including ACF, CILSS, FAO, FEWSNET, JRC, Nigerian Space Agency, WFP, SERVIR etc. At the country level, you will implement capacity-building activities for national governments, local authorities as well as humanitarian partners.

More details on our career page: *www.wfp.org/careers*

How can you make a difference?

In this position, you will have to:

• Coordinate the use and integration of cropland change analyses in Research Assessment and Monitoring (RAM) activities and with in-country partners in West and Central Africa (WCA).
• Conduct satellite analysis to detect cropland change in hard-to-reach areas of identified countries, produce maps and adequate reporting of the analyses (table of derived indicators for the use in Cadre Harmonisé (CH)/IPC, list of affected villages and summary notes).
• Triangulate cropland change results with secondary data and if possible, conduct field activities to validate the results of the analysis.
• Provide operational support to Country Offices (COs) across the region on geo-targeting activities based on Earth Observation products.
• Roll out satellite-based analysis to help measure WFP resilience activities.
• Strengthen the capacity of WFP staff and external partners in the use of satellite imagery in the Western and Central Africa region.
• Communicate and advise on the use of satellite imagery in the Western and Central Africa region.
• Provide technical support to the launch of PRISM platform (Composite applications typically feature multiple screens, rich user interaction and data visualization) and to the general work of WFP RBD through ad-hoc requests.
• Develop partnerships with key regional stakeholders to improve the integration of EO analyses.
• Participate as the WFP focal point in the West Africa POT taskforce (Produits d’Observation de la Terre, or Earth Observation Products), a regional taskforce gathering institutions involved in Earth Observation in West and Central Africa.
• Explore other applications of satellite imagery specifically, and more generally of technical innovations relevant to the WFP Research Assessment and Monitoring (RAM) work.

This position reports to the Senior Regional Research Assessment and Monitoring (RAM) Advisor and will be part of the RAM Unit. Travel within the Western Africa region may be required up to 50 % of working time.

To join us in saving lives, changing lives, you will have for…

Education: Advanced University Degree (Master) in Engineering, Data Science, Remote Sensing, Geographic or Agricultural sciences.

Experience: A minimum of five (05) years of professional experience in satellite imagery analysis.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Proficiency in geographic information system (GIS) and geospatial analysis techniques and standards.
• Knowledge of main Earth Observation (EO) data platforms and processing software.
• Knowledge of the institutional framework of the humanitarian sector and experience. in international organizations (UN/NGOs; preferably in the field of food security).
• Experience in capacity strengthening of various types of audiences is an advantage.
• Knowledge of the conflict and security context in the Sahel is preferred.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders, including state actors and local civil society, and develop consensus.
• Ability to work with tight deadlines whilst retaining flexibility and a sense of priorities.
• Ability to deal with organizational and administrative as well as scientific and technical matters.
• Advanced knowledge of GIS and remote sensing.
• Advanced knowledge of programming languages (Javascript, Python, R).
• Ability to produce clear and concise reports and deliverables, with well-presented information in the form of tables, charts, graphs and maps.
• Ability to communicate clearly on the project, both written and orally.
• Good coordination, cooperation, and interpersonal skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

Language: Fluency (level C) in French and English.

Before you apply…

A Limited Fixed-Term Appointment (LFT) position is a non-mobile staff appointment in the international professional category for a limited period for up to 4 years and is open to all nationalities (for HQ and RBs) or candidates must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment (for Country Offices). The position is based in Dakar, Senegal and the selected candidate will be expected to relocate. Incumbents of LFT positions are not eligible to apply for other mobile positions advertised internally through the Reassignment.

WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in line with ICSC standards (http://icsc.un.org) including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, travel and shipment allowances, 30 days’ annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, a pension plan, and medical insurance.

Field-based position with visits to the headquarters in Geneva

Mission & Context

The Sahel Communications Officer strategically supports Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Operational Centre Geneva (OCG) as an all-round communications specialist on a “flying” contract, in the different countries of the Sahel and the Lake Chad Basin, where OCG is currently operating (Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Niger, Nigeria). Communicating about MSF work, the people MSF assists and the crises has a core element of MSF’s identity. The objective of the position is to coordinate and implement operational communication projects in the region according to MSF standards in the missions/ or during an emergency.

The focus of the work is a blend of strategy and implementation to support Operations and Communications staff on strategic and reactive communications based on a good understanding of the changing communications environment, and to both develop and implement plans and content to reach objectives.

The Sahel Communication Officer (SCO) reports to OCG’s Strategic Communications Advisor (Dakar based) and has functional relations with the MSF OCG Cell based in Dakar, Heads of Mission and Emergency Coordinators in field missions/projects. Upon request of the OCG Strategic Communications Advisor based in Dakar, she/he takes any specific project and location.

MSF OCG cell in Dakar lead and manage interventions in contexts with acute humanitarian needs at the outset of crises and when an immediate and often massive response is needed. Its teams can intervene following outbreaks of conflicts, diseases or natural disasters, or reinforce existing missions facing a steep increase in activities. In these crucial moments, MSF needs to reinforce public communication in support of our operations. Communications activities may focus on engagement with the populations we assist in addition to media, civil society and political actors in our zones of intervention. Activities may also target global audiences through media and social media with the goal of raising awareness of the impact of the crisis and humanitarian stakes for our supporters and donors. The Sahel Communications Officer will be a focal point on the ground for OCG and may at times play an intersectional role.

Tasks and Responsibilities

The focus of the work is a blend of strategy and implementation to support Operations and Communications staff on strategic and reactive communications based on a good understanding of the changing communications environment, and to both develop and implement plans and content to reach objectives. S/he facilitates external communication with the media and public as well as internal communication. S/he contributes to MSF’s global awareness, acceptance and visibility.

The Sahel Communication Officer covers temporarily for other field communications staff and/or Strategic Communications Advisors or, upon request of the Head of Operational Communications on other countries or topics. S/he is permanently ‘on-call’ to cover emergency communications needs, and may fulfill inter-sectional roles when requested.

Your Profile

Education

Essential

• University degree in journalism, communications, international relations or social science.

Desirable

• Master’s degree in a relevant subject or studies or training in communications techniques and media relations, particularly in an emergency setting.

Experience

Essential

• At least five years’ experience in an organization involved in information and communications projects related to humanitarian crises and response relief interventions, or as a journalist or in a media organization (television, radio and/or print), at national or international level with an experience in communicating in challenging contexts;
• Excellent writing and editing skills including ability to synthesize complex and sensitive material accurately to produce content for publication;
• Genuine interest in and commitment to the humanitarian principles of MSF;

Desirable

• NGOs experience is a strong asset;
• Knowledge or understanding of MSF mandate and goals in emergency response relief or experience in similar positions in the international development or humanitarian sectors;
• Experience in planning and implementing communications strategies in an emergency setting, including behavioral change and media communications;

Skills

• Ability to develop, implement and evaluate communications strategies in emergencies;
• Proven skills in the development and implementation of communications products and tactics, including relations with the press, digital and media;
• Demonstrated diplomatic and negotiation skills to work among highly stressed colleagues in a fast paced environment;
• Excellent interpersonal skills complemented by the ability to conceptualize ideas and promote consensus;
• Knowledge of the impact of emergencies and crises on people;
• Ability to propose creative solutions and to make innovative proposals as related to communication at the local community and global levels;
• Tact, discretion and diplomacy;
• Demonstrated understanding of digital and social media;
• Excellent presentation skills, with proven ability to write in French and English in a clear and concise manner.

Languages

• Excellent communication and writing skills in French and English
• Other languages are strong assets

Personal Abilities

• Communicating in a credible and effective way;
• Producing results;
• Moving forward in a changing environment;
• Tenacity and positive attitude.

Terms of Employment

• Fixed-term contract, 12 months (possible extension)
• Full-time, 100% (40h/week)
• Working place : Field-based position with visits to the headquarters in Geneva
• Practical working conditions in the field are in accordance with the MSF OCG volunteer manual.
• Ideal start date: September 1st, 2022
• Gross monthly salary: CHF 5’500.- based on 100%
• Benefits: Health insurance and living expenses in the countries of intervention and at headquarters, paid according to internal regulations.

Position Title: Business Development Manager I- Central Africa Regional Office (CARO)

Location: Position location is flexible, with frequent travel to the Central Africa region

Reports To: Deputy Regional Director for Program Quality, Central Africa Region

About CRS

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding.

Job Summary

The CARO Regional Business Development Manager (BDM) will support the expansion and diversification of revenue from institutional donors, foundations, the private sector, and other funding sources to a chieve CARO’s strategic objectives. S/he is a member of the CARO BD team and CRS’ global BD community. The BDM will lead a team of Business Development (BD) Specialists based in the region and select country programs to ensure strategic mobilization of resources for programming in the region. The Central Africa Regional Office (CARO) covers ten countries: Benin, Burundi, Cameroon, Chad, Central Africa Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, Republic of Congo Rwanda and Togo. In line with Agency strategy, primary programming sectors in CARO are agriculture and livelihoods, health (malaria, nutrition, and health systems strengthening), orphans and vulnerable children, and emergency preparedness and response, and most programs use a peacebuilding and social cohesion approach to meeting objectives in these sectors.

The BDM will ensure high-quality support to CARO country programs, coordinate closely with regional team members and liaise with headquarters-based do nor-focused teams as the region pursues funding opportunities with a range of donors to advance CRS’ mission to serve the poor and vulnerable. The BDM will provide support in the areas of BD strategy, positioning, capture planning, and proposal development, and will use her/his knowledge and skills to provide specialized assistance in all dimensions of the CRS Business Development Cycle. In addition to displaying a high level of competency in business development and team leadership, the BDM will also demonstrate an aptitude for strategic thinking, data and trend analysis, process improvement, collaboration and relationship management, training and capacity building, and BD knowledge management.

S/he will strengthen CRS’ BD-related systems, processes, relationships, and staff capacities. The BD Manager will help country programs to ensure sound project design and proposals; develop and maintain a roster of CRS staff and consultants to serve on proposal teams; lead tec hnical and compliance reviews of all proposals; and monitoring progress to ensure learning is integrated into our work. The BDM reports to the CARO Deputy Regional Director for Program Quality (DRD PQ).

Roles and Key Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach regional and country program-based staff involved in BD and project design in the pursuit of strategic funding opportunities in the areas of positioning, capture planning, proposal coordination, proposal writing, budgeting, and compliance with donor requirements.
• Work with headquarters-based teams, regional technical advisors, the regional SMT, consultants and others to ensure coordinated support for funding opportunities. Provide direct support, including as proposal coordinator or lead writer, to priority bids.
• Lead all areas of the CARO business development processes including supporting proposal review panels and returning timely, consolidated feedback to proposal teams. Manage CRS’ contracts bid review process, as well as other special bid review processes.
• Guide partner identification, negotiation of consortia roles, and review of teaming agreements.
• Support the cultivation and strengthening of institutional relationships with donors, partner organizations, and other collaborators.
• Participate in industry conferences and working groups to represent CRS with peer organizations as appropriate.
• Research and analyze intelligence about overall funding trends and new business opportunities; contribute to efforts to leverage this data to enhance CRS’ competitive position.
• Maintain accurate business pipeline and performance data through CRS’ online systems to inform senior management decisions.
• Lead initiatives to advance CRS’ business development processes, promote learning and sharing of best practices, and build the capacity of CRS staff in business development.
• Actively contribute to CRS’ Global Business Development Community of Practice, including playing a leadership role at global BD Summit and growth and strategy meetings of regional BD leaders, and promoting BD knowledge management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience leading and producing competitive proposals in programming contexts similar to CRS.
• Familiarity with relevant institutional donor regulations, policies, procedures and priorities.
• Experience with both USAID RFP and RFA funding mechanisms highly desirable.
• Comprehensive familiarity with a broad range of institutional donor technical and cost requirements a plus. This could include US Government (USG) agencies (USAID, USDOS, USDA, etc.), non USG entities (DFID, Global Fund, EU, UN, etc), and foundations and corporations.
• Strong budgeting skills and experience with leading the development of strategic and competitive cost proposals highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience managing teams and processes to produce deliverables under tight deadlines and of exceptional quality.

Language Requirement: Fluency in written and spoken English required; strong oral French language skills essential.

Travel Requirement: This position requires the ability to travel up to 50% of time within the Central African Region

Key Working Relationships:

Supervisory Responsibilities: CARO BD Specialists (3), CARO BD Writer (1)

Internal: CARO Regional Director, CARO Deputy Regional Directors for Program Quality and Management Quality, CARO BD Specialists, Regional Finance Officer, Regional Technical Advisors from CARO and other regions, CARO Country Representatives, CARO Heads of Programming, Country Program technical staff and program managers, IDEA, HQ Program Impact and Quality Assurance (PIQA) Technical Advisors.

External: Potential partners, collaborators and contractors (local and international), consultants

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.

ABOUT SOLIDARIDAD EAST AND CENTRAL AFRICA

Solidaridad is an international solution-oriented civil society organization with over 50 years of experience in developing solutions to make communities more resilient and create more sustainable supply chains. We work throughout the entire value chain to make sustainability the norm. Our innovative solutions support the transition to an inclusive economy that provides sustainable livelihoods with fair and profitable business opportunities. This includes decent working conditions, a fair living wage, and production in balance with nature so that all people can thrive now and for generations to come. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, Solidaridad East, and Central Africa has country offices and programs in Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda, and outreaches in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Burundi, Rwanda, and Cameroon.

Title: Project Officer (Agroforestry Technician)-Kenya

Duration: 1-year contract (extension based on performance)

Reporting line: Project Manager

Position level: Junior level

Location: Mt. Elgon

THE PROJECT

Solidaridad is implementing a five-year multinational project dubbed ‘From Climate Victims to Climate Heroes’ that seeks to improve the landscapes and livelihoods of 50,000 smallholder coffee farmers in the Eastern, Northern, Western, Central, and West Nile regions of Uganda and Mt Elgon Kenya through carbon farming and financing. Solidaridad is therefore seeking to recruit a dynamic and innovative professional for the position of Project Officer.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Field Extensionist will support the coordination and implementation of the project activities based in Kenya. This includes support to smallholder farmers to adopt carbon reduction & agroforestry practices and pilot efficient, cost-effective, and innovative community-led deployment approaches that facilitate enhanced tree/soil carbon sequestration. Activities will entail capacity-building sessions and establishing demonstrations on a number of carbon farming initiatives in selected coffee-growing counties in Kenya.

The position reports to the Climate Change and NRM officer and will be based in the region of operation within Kenya.

Summary of Tasks

Mobilization, Facilitation, and Collaboration

Mobilize, recruit, onboard, conduct in-field training, and supervision of farmers, farmer groups, and lead farmers, aimed at efficiently and effectively achieving set project targets.

Foster mutually beneficial partnerships and collaboration with relevant County government departments, implementing partners, and other like-minded actors in the target areas of operation.

Work closely with the MEAL team in the periodic monitoring and data management actions including routine data collection and consequent updating of the project database.

Work closely with the Communications Officer to implement the relevant project communication plan. This includes tailoring/curating compelling content for various audiences – success stories, key messaging, social media graphics, articles, reports, and thought leadership articles to showcase /promote Solidaridad’s work and impact.

Conduct regular farmer visits and follow-ups to deepen skills and knowledge adoption and practice for better project outcomes.

Prepare and implement agreed activity-based plans, and budgets and submit periodic/ contractual progress reports to the CC&NRM officer.

Capacity Enhancement

Train lead farmers and groups on; better agronomic practices, climate-smart practices, Carbon farming, Governance and group leadership dynamics, Village Savings and Loan opportunities, deploy measures to specifically increase the uptake of tree nursery establishment and agroforestry practices among the coffee farmers, foster registration of coffee agroforestry farmers.

Carry out regular action learning farmer visits and follow-ups to track and enhance the adoption of implemented practices for better project results.

Liaise with the Gender lead to facilitate and conduct related gender training

Qualifications Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in agronomy, agricultural extension, climate-smart farming technologies or any other relevant academic qualification.

3 years of demonstrable experience working with smallholder farmers in either capacity development, climate-smart agro-extension services provision, and or agri-business support.

Experience in training at the field/community level and excellent reporting skills.

Good English and Kiswahili, oral and written.

Proficiency in computer applications

Good communication skills

Essential Requirements:

Able to identify and document strong, interesting stories/case studies.

Skills in the documentation of projects’ best practices and learned lessons are an advantage.

Working knowledge of social media and online communications (including Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn).

Passion and interest in rural development.

Flexible, willing to grow professionally and learn new skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with diverse team members.

Enthusiasm to learn and develop new skills within the role.