Agriculture Extension Officer at World Vision

, Badghis, Afghanistan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Agriculture, Income Generation, Community Engagement, Training, Data Collection, Monitoring, Reporting, Project Management, Stakeholder Coordination, Capacity Building, Business Planning, Logistical Planning, Child Protection, Financial Management, Communication, Cross Cultural Sensitivity

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories! Employee Contract Type: Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term) Job Description: Job-Purpose The Agriculture Support Officer is responsible for the daily technical planning, implementation, supervision, monitoring, and reporting of Agriculture and Income Generation activities under the project, and for ensuring proper coordination with stakeholders. S/he will be responsible for timeously implementation and reporting of Agriculture and Income Generation activities in the respective targeting areas of the project. The Agriculture Support Officer will liaise closely with FSL Technical Coordinator of WVA for technical backstopping support throughout the project period. The incumbent will be responsible for providing supervision to Community Based Facilitators/CBFs. S/he performs under the leadership and guidance of Zonal Manager. Technical support and guidance · Lead in Agriculture and Income Generation beneficiary selection, beneficiary verification and beneficiary registration with MEAL unit and project manager · Provide relevant technical guidance on Agriculture and Income Generation activities, including leading participatory community livelihoods assessments and supporting beneficiaries develop viable business plans for IGAs · Conduct capacity building training on good Agriculture practices on selected crops and vegetables · Provide on-job follow up and technical guidance to CBFs and beneficiaries · Contribute in procurement of project inputs (Seed, Saplings, Fertilizers, livestock. etc) and ensure they are adoptable to the context. · Engaging and building strong relationships with community members, analyzing data collected to identify Income generation opportunities, support targeted beneficiaries prepare simple business plans · Facilitate trainings /orientation on Savings for Transformation (S4T) and organise beneficiaries of business start-up capitals/grants to initiate viable Income Generation activities (IGAs) for self-reliance Coordinate closely with the project manager to ensure timely implementation of the project activities and get readiness for timely distribution of Agriculture and Income Generation inputs/grants for the target communities. Ensure that all processes and activities are in line with WVA endorsed SOPs and procedures. Ensure that proper community development practices and “Do No Harm” practices are incorporated and upheld throughout the implementation of the project. Support WVA HIRO in receiving and inputting the beneficiary data into the LMMS, issuing beneficiary ration cards, generating BDLs and reports. Document field achievements, innovations, failures, and lessons learned to integrate into project activities and inform project strategy. Stakeholder coordination · Travel regularly to all project sites to ensure proper implementation and quality of project activities · Conducting coordination meeting with community elders and line departments on Agriculture and IGA activities. · Conduct regular meeting with local entrepreneurs. · Conduct market linkage between Community and local Provincial and zonal market. · Maintain excellent working relations with project stakeholder, partners and other contractors. Data collection and reporting Regular field visit, monitor, document and report work progress to FSL Project Manager on daily and weekly basis. And to FSL Coordinator to update the Report hub on monthly bases. Participate in preparation of project reports as per WVA and donor guideline Administrative tasks in relevant to project activities Logistical planning of distributions and other field activities (procurement, transport, cash advance etc. Provide the project manager and monitoring team with relevant information for project reports and surveys; Compile data collected from assessment and surveys with close coordination of the MEAL department for reporting purposes; Arrange all necessary logistics for activities of projects including workshops and trainings Other Adhere to WV Child and Adult Safeguarding policy and standards. Adhere to WV accountability standards. To be aware and prepared to implement WV Afghanistan Humanitarian and Emergency Affairs plan in Badghis Ensure that proper community development practices and “Do No Harm” practices are incorporated and upheld throughout the planning and implementation of the project. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND EXPERIENCE Required Education, training, license, registration, and/or Certification · 2 years’ work experience in Agriculture Required Professional Experience Bachler Degree In Agriculture Required Language(s) · Fluency in English, Dari and/or Pashto, both written and spoken Required travel and/or work environment accommodations Based in Badghis Zonal Office Position’s physical requirements Being in good health and physical conditions. Preferred Experience, Knowledge and/or other Qualifications Master’s degree in the relevant field is preferred Thorough knowledge of MS Office and Lotus Notes. Experience in maintaining databases and related information/knowledge management Financial/budget management Interpersonal sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse contexts, psychologically stressful environments, and hardship conditions. Willing to travel as required Commitment to World Vision Core Values and Mission Statement Humanitarian context knowledge and experience. Experience in climate smart agriculture and DRR Experience in working with major donor agencies Familiarity with major donor funding requirements Knowledge of program monitoring and evaluation. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to work as part of a field team. Very good communication with communities and local authorities. Ability to exhibit exemplary lifestyle as interpreted in specific local cultural context Cross cultural sensitivity, flexible views, emotional maturity and physical stamina. Demonstrable experience in child protection, child rights Interpersonal, management and conflict resolution skills. Results oriented and good team-player Good computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), internet use and Lotus Notes. Applicant Types Accepted: Local Applicants Only Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so. As a global Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Learn more about our work at wvi.org. Our organisational culture reflects a "Partnership" of World Vision offices in 100 countries and 33,000+ staff working towards one vision: life in its fullness for every child. A career with World Vision is a God-given calling, and we believe that every staff member has been brought to World Vision for God’s purposes. Whether working from home, in an office, or with children and community members, we celebrate and embrace each staff member’s diverse background and talents – knowing that together, we can make a difference. Together, #WeAreWorldVision. Learn more about our culture. Our people are our greatest asset. Each staff member brings their unique experience and God-given talents to the organisation – and in return World Vision provides employees a competitive "Total Rewards" package tailored to the context in which they work. Learn more about benefits. Have questions about applying to a job with World Vision? See our Frequently Asked Questions.

Responsibilities

The Agriculture Extension Officer is responsible for the planning, implementation, supervision, monitoring, and reporting of Agriculture and Income Generation activities. This role involves coordinating with stakeholders and providing technical guidance to community-based facilitators and beneficiaries.