Senior Agriculture Advisor
Position Summary:
The position will be responsible for providing agricultural inputs and oversee project activities in horticulture, livestock, extension agents and water conservation/irrigation. The position will coordinate with the Senior Medium & Small Business Advisor to support private sector agricultural growth in three agencies.
Reporting & Supervision:
The Senior Agriculture Advisor reports to the Deputy Chief of Party and directly supervises a Horticulture Specialist, Agriculture Extension Coordinator, Livestock Coordinator and Program Assistant. The position will also ensure appropriate support of program activities in each technical area to agency program staff.
Primary Responsibilities:
The Senior Agriculture Advisor will:
Provide technical expertise in areas of horticulture, extension agent mobilization, livestock management, irrigation, crop production, value-chain enhancement and food processingUtilize the agriculture team to design, develop, implement and manage direct implementation, grant and sub-award activities.Work with partners, NGOs, Ministries, Universities and private sector to ensure activity ideas support program objectivesBuild on existing programs to develop long-term sustainable approachesMeet with other in-country donors and implementers to identify best practicesUtilize public private partnerships to enhance agriculture activitiesTrack agriculture activities and measurable impactWork with Operations and Finance to support activitiesOther tasks as neededPhysical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 20-25 pounds.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
University degree in Agriculture or related field; advanced degree preferred5-10 years of experience in donor-funded projectsMinimum 5 years of experience in agriculture development, marketing, supply chain management, and/or microfinanceExperience in organizing capacity building events for SMEsProven background of engaging with agribusinesses and mentoring agriculture extension professionalsFluency in English and local languages requiredThe physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of the position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed appropriate and necessary.
