Food Security Officer

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World Vision
Bulawayo, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Full-time

Responsible for the management of District agricultural recovery/livelihoods activities and coordinating all technical operations.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Regular visits to target communities to discuss with farmers their problems and experiences and learn about communities and agricultural practices relevant to the increased production of food for target communities.
  • Network with relevant stakeholders and government ministries.
  • Ensure the appropriate selection of target population to be recipients of agricultural inputs programs.
  • Ensure the design of appropriate training methods and materials for use in local community development work and informal education activities.
  • Plan, implement and monitor as per project design approved activities.
  • Design appropriate training materials for use in local community development work and informal education activities.
  • Train field staff and farmers on sustainable agricultural practices relevant to the increased production of food for the target communities.
  • Coordinate with partners and stakeholders and project coordinator in the design of appropriate strategies for target population.
  • Collect and analyse agricultural/livelihoods data and inform the project coordinator situation on food security in the district.
  • Produce regular, situational timely progress reports regarding projects in the district.
  • Participate in planning sessions and in the development of long term programme strategies.
  • Focal person on all agriculture recovery / livelihoods programme activities at district level.
Educational Background: 
A degree in Agriculture, preferably in Agronomy, Crop Production, Livestock, Natural Resources or any other related field.
Skills/Experience: 
  • At least 3 years’ experience working within NGO sector- crop production, livestock, agricultural production and development
  • Holder of a valid class 4 driver’s licence.
  • Fluency in English and local languages.
  • Wiliness to travel extensively within Zimbabwe/other countries.
  • In-depth working knowledge of livestock programme design.
  • Good working knowledge of government and community structures.
  • Demonstrate ability in the design and effective use of training materials.
  • Knowledge of local agriculture laws as these relate to plant and animal movement.
  • Ability to demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness.
  • Ability to identify gaps, trends, priorities and key issues.
How to Apply: 

https://careers.wvi.org/jobs/zimbabwe/food-security-and-livelihood/food-...

Job Function: 
Food Service

Organization Info

World Vision

Overview
Headquarters: 
Federal Way, WA, United States
Website: 
wvi.org
Annual Budget : 
More than $500M
Founded: 
1982
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
International
Religion / Faith-Based
Youth / Children
Mission: 

Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness; Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so. World Vision is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. Inspired by our Christian values, we are dedicated to working with the world's most vulnerable people. We serve all people regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, or gender.

Our mission: World Vision is an international partnership of Christians whose mission is to follow our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in working with the poor and oppressed to promote human transformation, seek justice, and bear witness to the good news of the Kingdom of God.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Aug 31 2018
Active Until: 
Oct 1 2018
Hiring Organization: 
World Vision
industry: 
Nonprofit