Title of the position
Assistant (e) Agricultural Recovery
Supervised by
Team Leader Djohong / Meiganga Program
Report to :
Team Leader Djohong / Meiganga Program
’ation place
Meiganga, with frequent trips to Garoua Boulai, Djohong and other places that apply.
’intervention area
Djohong Cameroon
Period considered
12 Months
Contract type
National
Salary & benefits
Non-Management, band I
Introduction
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) provides assistance to refugees and displaced people around the world: we provide emergency assistance to these people, including, we fight for their rights and strengthen their opportunities for a better future. We work in conflict-affected areas, as well as along travel routes, and within countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive to achieve solutions that are responsible and sustainable. We are working for the successful integration of vulnerable communities and, where possible, the realization of their wish to return home.
The Danish Council for Refugees (DRC in acronym, for Danish Refugee Council) was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since become an international humanitarian organisation with more than 7,000 employees and 8,000 volunteers. Headquartered in Copenhagen, and present in 40 countries, DRC is a non-governmental, non-profit, politically neutral, independent and non-denominational’aide organization.
Our vision is a life with dignity for all the displaced people in the world. All our efforts are based on our moral compass:’humanity, respect,’independence, neutrality, participation,’honesty and transparency.
Context
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) provides assistance to refugees and displaced people around the world: we provide emergency assistance to these people, including, we fight for their rights and strengthen their opportunities for a better future. We work in conflict-affected areas, as well as along travel routes, and within countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive to achieve solutions that are responsible and sustainable. We are working for the successful integration of vulnerable communities and, where possible, the realization of their wish to return home.
The Danish Council for Refugees (DRC in acronym, for Danish Refugee Council) was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since become an international humanitarian organisation with more than 7,000 employees and 8,000 volunteers. Headquartered in Copenhagen, and present in 40 countries, DRC is a non-governmental, non-profit, politically neutral, independent and non-denominational’aide organization.
Our vision is a life with dignity for all the displaced people in the world. All our efforts are based on our moral compass:’humanity, respect,’independence, neutrality, participation,’honesty and transparency.
THE POST
Purpose of the post :
Under the direct supervision of the Team Leader Meiganga / Djohong Programme, ’Assistant (e) Relance Agricole is responsible(e) for the direct implementation of the activities of the project(s) related to its technical field and the follow-up of these in accordance with the plan work established.
TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Main responsibilities :
L’Assistant Relance agricole will have for mission :
- Ensure project implementation in accordance with established plans ;
- Participate in the process of defining vulnerability criteria with communities, setting up targeting committees,’ identification and selection of beneficiaries
- Set up Peasant School Fields (CEP), train members of agricultural groups on the’ approach, the themes and technical routes identified ;
- Follow agricultural campaigns, accompany and support farmers in their practices, the difficulties they encounter and in the search for solutions ;
- Promote and disseminate agroecological techniques and sustainable management of natural resources ;
- Ensure good collaboration with MINADER/Head of agricultural post and carry out training, supervision and joint visits ;
- Promote the participation of all population groups in the project, including beneficiaries, non-beneficiaries, local authorities, local leaders, young people, women and special needs groups ;
- Participate in the development of the community network and strengthen the group-WITH-agricultural, commercial and micro-credit agency relations
- Accompany the coaches in the follow-up of the beneficiaries and contribute to the strengthening of their capacities
- Strengthen the capacities of producers and support them in the structuring of groups/POs/cooperatives, their integration into agricultural sectors
- Participate in the updating of monitoring tools and databases, collect and transmit all the information necessary for the monitoring of the project to the Team Leaders program ;
- Contribute to the various surveys and evaluations carried out under the programme (including monitoring of contracts) ;
- Prepare and implement all activities related to’information of beneficiaries and stakeholders ;
- Write or contribute to the writing of the reports requested by the Team Leader program ;
- Support the’ project management team in the organisation of supervision visits of national, regional, etc…
- Support, at the request of N+1 and/or N+2, socio-economic operational themes and protection, any other relevant tasks assigned by the supervisor.
- Contribute to the strengthening of links and coordination between the protection teams and ECREC in the operational aspects of the project
The responsibilities listed in this job description are not exhaustive and may be adjusted to operational requirements, but will remain consistent with the overall objective of the position..
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Qualifications & experience
Education: (include certificates, licenses etc.)
Bac + 2 minimum in a relevant field (higher technician in agriculture, agro-economics, rural development, or technical professional trainer in the field, etc, or any other equivalent degree in a relevant field preferably in’agriculture)
Experience and technical skills :
- Minimum one (01) years of’ relevant experience particularly in national or international NGOs in a similar position, experience with DRC would be an asset ;
- Two (2) years of’sexperience working in programmes of’agriculture /rural development ;
- Experience in training, technical advice and’farmer supervision ;
- Ability to transmit skills through theoretical and practical training in an effective, clear and precise manner ;
- Ability to collect data via tablet (kobo) ;
- Practical knowledge of Excel, Word ; software ;
- Knowledge of the’ intervention area ;
- Good oral and written communication skills ;
- Be flexible and able to work under pressure ;
- Good knowledge of local languages (Fulfulde, Gbaya, Sango..) ;
- Motorcycle driving license (A) would be an asset ;
- Searching for excellence : Focus on achieving results while ensuring efficient processes.
- Collaboration : Involve stakeholders and encourage feedback.
- Responsibility (take the’initiative) : Take responsibility and initiative while aiming for innovation.
- Communication : Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.
- Integrity : Respect and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC values and code of conduct, including protection from exploitation, sexual abuse and harassment.
Languages
- Mastery of written and spoken French.
- Mastery of local languages
- Desirable knowledge of english.
Key stakeholders (internal and external)
- DRC staff and partners
- Local people and leaders
How to apply
Application process
If you are interested(e), then apply online : www.drc.ngo
Applications can only be made online, on the site indicated above. You must download your CV ( 3 pages maximum ) online as well as a cover letter. The CV and the cover letter can be in French or English.
Applications made by post, by sending e-mail or by filing a physical file will not be considered.
DRC provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits any practice of discrimination based on race, sex, skin color, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, age, civil status or any disability situation. DRC does not discriminate in its recruitment processes.
For more information about the Danish Refugee Council, please visit the’organisation website : drc.ngo.
Applications will be closed on February 05, 2024 at 23:59 Cameroon time. Nevertheless, it is possible for the DRC to begin, before the end of the publication of the’offre, the recruitment process if an application meets the expectations and requirements of the position.
