Job Vacancies at Save the Children International (SCI) – Agriculture Project Officers (Multiple Slots)

Save the Children International (SCI) is looking for energetic and hard-working women and men to serve as Agriculture Project Officers at the Moyamba /Bonthe locations.  If you have a passion for children, and you wish to be part of a dynamic team supporting development in Sierra Leone, then we look forward to your application!  Women are strongly encouraged to apply, and we are also keen to receive applications from residents living in or hailing from the aforementioned locations - Moyamba /Bonthe

The Role: Agriculture Project Officer will be responsible for implementing project activities in his or her designated project community. He or she will report to the Rural Development Programme Manager (RDPM).  He or she will work in collaboration with Government and local partners and stakeholders; and with all other SCI staff from other departments and offices.  In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly. He/she will be based in the project implementation communities and will work with the community to support the agricultural development of the farmers participating in the project. The project is been funded by Sierra Rutile Limited – International Finance Corporation (SRL-IFC) Advisory Program to implement an agricultural project under the SRL-IFC Advisory Program under a consultancy contract. The project will run for approximately one year in six villages (Gangama, Lungi, Junctiola, Higima, Matagelema, Saahun) within the Bonthe & Moyamba Districts. Its overall objective is to improve the livelihoods of at least 150 households through improved agriculture and household practices; and to build the capacity of at least 35 lead farmers to serve as peer facilitators, sharing share knowledge of improved technical practices with their peers.

Note that all applicants should apply through the following links below (Taleo & Relief Web).

1. Taleo link

https://stcuk.taleo.net /careersection/jobdetail.ftl? job=210002UE&lang=en - Agriculture Project Officer

2. Relief web links

https://reliefweb.int /job/3732410/ agriculture-project-officer    - Agriculture Project Officer

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certificate, Diploma or HDN in Agric. Education with least 2 years of relevant experience in Agricultural extension services or rural development

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Experience implementing community development projects or programmes, especially in rural communities, with an agricultural component.
• Good written and spoken English; including documentation and report-writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to engage positively with people at all levels.
• Good training/facilitation skills.
• Experience in working with NGOs, local Civil Society Organisations, etc., is an added advantage.
• Good skills in computer e.g. MS Word, MS Power Point and Excel.
• Experience in engaging with government, with community stakeholders and with civil society.
• Experience developing activity budgets.
• Willingness to promote gender equality and inclusion.
• Ability to be self-sufficient and resourceful, proactive in identifying and addressing challenges, yet consulting and asking for assistance as needed/relevant.
• Ability and willingness to be based in project communities
• Possesses a valid motor bike riders’ licence or is willing to learn.
• Willing to commit to Save the Children’s aims, values and principles

 

CONTRACT LENGTH: 12 Months

Closing date: 5^th May, 2021

The Organization

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

 

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

 

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.  We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Applicants are advised that

Save the Children International does not require any payment or expense during the entire recruitment process and we maintain zero tolerance to dual employment.  Any request in this direction should be immediately cancelled.

 

Please apply in English using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations for the role.

• Candidates should apply using the link provided by Careers.sl for the job advert
• Applicants should attach a copy of a valid Labour Card to their applications

 

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

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