REPORTING TO: RESEARCH MANAGER
WHAT YOU’LL DO AS THE AGRONOMIST AND FOOD SECURITY/LIVELIHOOD CONSULTANT:
- Providing expert technical support for the development of food security and livelihood programs.
- Designing and implementing innovative interventions to increase food security and livelihood outcomes in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Conducting in-depth research and assessments on food security and livelihood issues.
- Developing and managing monitoring and evaluation systems for food security and livelihood programs.
- Providing capacity-building support and training to stakeholders on food security and livelihoods.
- Building partnerships and relationships with stakeholders to support food security and livelihood initiatives.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
- PhD or Master’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of extensive experience in food security and livelihoods work, with a focus on Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
How to apply
How to apply
Interested candidates should send an email including attached CV and an overview of their topics/ fields of expertise to jobs@farsightafrica.com with the job title as the subject of the email.
NB: Farsight Africa Group does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply. Farsight Africa Group is committed to gender, equity and diversity in our workplace and operations
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