MAIN OBJECTIVE

Ensure the professional follow up on the Economically viable and climate smart farming production, the capacity of the local government and the private sector to provide services to the agriculture, the locafood processing capacity, and the connections between the different components of the value chains.

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES

1- Ensure the professional follow up on the rehabilitation of the agriculture farms, the quality control of the production, and the rehabilitation of community garden.

2-Support the Local partner and the management in the selection phase of the beneficiaries based on the arranged criteria.

3-Support the logistics department in the procurement process regarding the crops and materials needed for the rehabilitation of the farms and the community gardens.

4-Follow-up the rehabilitation process of the farms and the community garden with high focus on quality standards.

5-Support the implementation of technical training to improve farmers and the association of farmers management skills.

6-Provide continuous technical assistance to farmers/producers to improve production (both, qualitative and quantitative), post-harvesting and handling of fruits and vegetables. 

7-Ensure the introduction of new technics to ensure the augmentation of the production.

8-Support activities to improve the business skills of the producers as per project design.

9-Promote capacity building and technical skills to authorities (Chamber of Commerce and Ministry of Agriculture).

10-Facilitate organization and follow up of exchange visits involving the local stakeholders (Chamber of Commerce, Ministry of Agriculture, producer cooperatives…).

11-Perfrm any other relevant duties as required.

Reporting To: Project Coordinator

STUDIES REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor degree in Agriculture Engineering.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

5 years of working experience in agriculture and in particular field work experience.

Proven experience in landscape is a must.

Previous experience in developing tenders and following procurement procedures.

Previous experience in climate smart farming will be an asset.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English language. Kurdish and Turkmen language proficiency is preferred.
• IT skills: Ability to effectively use standard office software, such as MS Office (Windows, Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Exchange). Ability to effectively use project management software and other information systems /databases.
• Good attitude and experience in working with agricultural producers, partners and allies.
• Excellent communication skills in building relationships with local contacts.
• Well-developed interpersonal and team skills and proven ability to be flexible and sensitive in demanding situations; passion for working with others.
• Good understanding of, and commitment to, gender equity.
• Strong documentation, research and report writing skills.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

AVSI is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, to apply.

How to Apply (Application Process):

Interested candidates are required to send CV and cover letter to iraq@avsi.org by 20-02-2023. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and based on urgency, AVSI may fill the position prior to the closing date. Please mention your name and job position in the subject of your email. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.