Food Security and Livelihood Specialist at FH Association Rwanda (Food for the Hungry): (Deadline 15 April 2022)

Food Security and Livelihood Specialist at FH Association Rwanda (Food for the Hungry): (Deadline 15 April 2022)

FH ASSOCIATION RWANDA (Food for the Hungry)

PO BOX 911 Kigali, Rwanda

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT  

FOOD SECURITY & LIVELIHOOD SPECIALIST     

ABOUT FH

FH Association (Food for the Hungry) is an International Christian Relief and Development Non-governmental organization. FH Rwanda has been implementing integrated relief and development projects in Rwanda since 1994. FH Rwanda currently has programs in Nyagatare, Gatsibo, Kamonyi, Muhanga, Ruhango and Ngororero districts. FH Rwanda has adopted an integrated programming approach CFCT (Child Focused Community Transformation) through 4 sectors: Livelihoods, Education, Health and Disaster Risk Reduction.

We are seeking to hire a qualified, dedicated and experienced Rwandan National for the “Food Security and Livelihood Specialist” position to support our Program interventions at the country level.  The position holder shall be based at our Headquarters, located at Remera, Kigali and reporting to the Program Director.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Food Security & Livelihood (FSL) Specialist will provide technical support in the development and implementation of Food Security and Livelihoods Strategy as well as increasing funding portfolio through proposal development, networking and fundraising. He/she has the responsibility to provide technical support, quality improvement, represent FH in national level technical working groups and in resource mobilization for this sector.

The Food Security & Livelihood Specialist is a member of Country Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and participates in regular SLT meetings according to the SLT charter.

MAIN KEY RESULTS

Program development and technical support (30%)

• Lead the development and implementation of innovative food security, nutrition-sensitive and livelihoods interventions addressing the needs of the most vulnerable members of society;
• Lead in development of contextual analyses of economic policy, food security, nutrition and livelihoods issues affecting the country and particularly the target groups;
• Facilitate the development of a detailed food security and livelihoods strategy that aligns with the Country Transformation Plan and Vision 2050;
• Participate in budget processes and periodic budget reviews for food security and livelihoods related activities;
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual work plans and donor reports as per agreed formats;
• Provide necessary and timely technical assistance to food security and livelihoods staff in the areas of agricultural/livestock productivity, input systems, value chains, access to finance and market development related activities;
• Design and coordinate market assessments, feasibility studies, baseline and end of project evaluations;
• Ensure that Project Officers produce accurate and timely reports against planned activities;
• Organize regular team meetings, making sure they are participatory and end up with agreed action points aimed at continuous improvement of FH’s FSL programs.

Resource Mobilization (40%)

• Support the Program Director in identifying needs, providing necessary information for resource development and securing donor funding in accordance with budget targets and maintaining a diversity of future funding options for the office;
• Support FH Rwanda’s resource development efforts through needs assessments and designing of project concepts and proposals, including log frames, budgets and supporting documentation;
• Lead in the development of country fundraising strategy for food security and livelihood sector;
• Support the Program Director in resolving diverse and occasionally complex problems related to funding and donor relationship management.

 External Relations (30%)

• Strengthen linkages and foster working relations with civil society organizations, government representatives, private sector and community-based organizations in this sector;
• Coordinate the adoption of new products and/or approaches in food security and livelihoods development and marketing;
• Select intervention sites, expansion areas and (new) program partners based in consultation with the Program Director;
• Represent FH in technical working groups and donor meetings at national level;
• Initiate and manage existing partnerships.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Livestock, Agribusiness or related Community Development field. A master’s degree will be an added advantage;

• Over 8 years work experience in food security, agribusiness and/or livelihoods programming.

• Demonstrable experience in fundraising through donor networking, development of concept notes and proposals;

• Proficiency in spoken and written English; Working knowledge of French and Kinyarwanda is

highly desired

OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Vibrant personal relationship with Christ
• Knowledge and experience working with other cultures
• A broad grasp of socio – economic policy issues with respect to food security and livelihood development in Rwanda
• Technical knowledge in food security, livestock and other livelihoods, social protection, gender issues and environment
• Experience with working with local governments, donors and local communities;
• Diplomacy, tactical and negotiating skills;
• Proven experience in managing donor relationships including private donors
• Ability to represent FH in high-level meetings with donors, local Churches and local government.
• Excellent communication skills and writing skills.
• Strong training and mentoring skills
• Have analytical and problem-solving skills
• Computer proficiency: MS Word, Excel, Access, e-mail, internet

Willingness to spend up to 50% of their time in program areas

HOW TO APPLY 

Interested and qualified candidates should fill in the Job Application Form and attach their cover letter and updated CV/Resume with three professional referees (including email address and day telephone contacts), not later than Wednesday 15th April 2022 using the following link: http://41.216.97.161/fhrwjobs/index.php 

Note:

• Only short listed candidates will be contacted
• If any issues are experienced, please contact us separately at rwanda@fh.org

FH Safeguarding Policy 

FH strives to provide an environment free from sexual exploitation and abuse and harassment in all places where relief and development programs are implemented. FH holds a zero-tolerance policy against sexual exploitation and abuse and harassment. FH expects its employees to maintain high ethical standards, protect organizational integrity and reputation, and ensure that FH work is carried out in honest and fair methods, in alignment with the FH Heartbeat and safeguarding and associated policies. Violations to stated policies will be subject to corrective action up to and including termination of employment.

Done at Kigali on 31st March 2022

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