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PROJECT OFFICERS – CAPACITY BUILDING AND LIVELIHOODS (2 POSTS)
(OGOD PAYAM IN MALAKAL COUNTY OF UPPER NILE STATE)
Fashoda Youth Forum (FYF) is a South Sudanese Non-governmental Organization registered in Sudan under the section 11.2 of the New Sudan NGO Act by South Sudan Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (SSRRC) in South Sudan, and has been working in Sudan for over 8 years through local and International partners &, in close collaboration with the GOSS. It directly implements Healthcare, Nutrition, Food Security and Livelihood, Water & Sanitation programmes in rural areas of Upper Nile State. See www.fashodayouthforum.org for more information.
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking an experienced hard working Field Officers with a relevant qualification, good knowledge in Community Peace Building & Food Security and Livelihood.
ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure livelihood program weekly and monthly reports are comprehensive, accurate and within schedule.
- Coordinate with Finance Officer to ensure Budget balances are properly and accurately prepared and presented
- Facilitate a coordinated capacity building exercise with key government staff, for sustainable service delivery
- Conduct farmer field school training activities
- Develop effective training guides for on-farm and organizational capacity building of farmers groups and farmers associations
- Train farmers on proper conservation techniques
- Promote gender equity in agriculture in Ogod area, especially encouraging and supporting women participation in agricultural projects
- Train farmers on proper and profitable crop diversification and farm risk management, included integrated pest management strategies
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
This position requires Certificate or Diploma in Agriculture, Farm Management or equivalent and at least 1 year of relevant experience with any agriculture project, conflict management process that prepare young people women and the community at large, construction, people management & food security and livelihood management. Prior NGO or government experience is an asset.
Fluency in written and spoken English is desirable. Ability to communicate in Arabic and/or Shilluk language is an added advantage. Candidate should have excellent communication skills and clear understanding of South Sudan agriculture and cooperative development policies. Computer knowledge is a must.
All applications must be submitted by the 11th December, 2009, by delivering to the FYF office, with the position being applied for clearly marked in the subject. CV without application letter (covering letter) will not be considered. Candidates must attach the copies of the academic and experience certificates while submitting their applications addressed to;
Administrative & Finance Officer
Fashoda Youth Forum
Malakal Base Office
Next to Zain Office
Junction of Hospital and Mulekia Road
Upper Nile State
Note: Applicants are advised not to submit in their originals unless asked to do so and that applications received are not returnable once applied for any posts.
FYF is an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting gender, equity and diversity and women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
