Agronomist (Officer)

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DCA/NCA is looking for an enthusiastic agronomist to join its Cash and Livelihood programme in south- and eastern Ukraine. She/he will contribute to the efficient and effective implementation of agro projects as part of the DCA/NCA Cash and Livelihood team based in Mykolaiv. His/her main responsibilities will be the technical support with the implementation of agriculture focused projects; cooperation with and the development of local partners; direct liaison with local stakeholders and the humanitarian coordination system; and internal stakeholder management such as other departments and the DCA/NCA senior management in Kyiv.

Main responsibilities:

• Contributes to the implementation and running of all cash and livelihoods projects 
• Contributes to written reporting
• Gives accurate and reliable technical advice to the Cash and Livelihood Programme Manager
• Identifies, formulates, implements, monitors and evaluates impact of agricultural / farming projects
• Coordinates with partners, humanitarian clusters and local stakeholders on the projects and provide support to the communities benefiting from DCA/NCA’s assistance in agriculture.
• Represents DCA/NCA in front of agricultural institutions/departments/organizations, when
• requested. When asked for, participates in other project related activities.
• Works closely with other departments in planning and implementation whenever relevant
• Provides technical support during the project cycle (agricultural assessments, prepare seasonal calendar).
• Develops and maintains good working relationship with partners. 
• Monitors the agricultural projects on several levels: administrative, quality assurance and technical.
• Detects and summarizes any problem or situation related to agriculture; proposes evidence-based responses/actions from the organization’s side. 
• Identifies appropriate interventions taking into account existing livelihood and/or agriculture-based approaches and alternative livelihoods.
• Works closely with other departments in planning and implementation whenever relevant
• Provides technical support during the project cycle (agricultural assessments, prepare seasonal calendar).
• Develops and maintains good working relationship with partners. 
• Supports the training and capacity building of team and partners. 
• Reports events and changes within the region that could have an impact on DCA/NCA’s activities, in particular in relation to Cash and Livelihood Programme which will allow to further formulate objectives and priorities.

Requirements:

1. University degree in Agriculture, Veterinary or similar degree
2. Minimum 2 years’ work experience in a similar field is an asset
3. Professional working level in written and spoken English and Ukrainian language is required
4. Excellent interpersonal communication, ability to communicate effectively on culturally sensitive issues to diverse audiences.
5. Ability to be proactive and work independently.
6. Ability to operate in a high stress and unpredictable environment.
7. Good knowledge of geographically assigned environment
8. Good reporting capacity. 
9. Willingness to travel

Work related travels are expected in this position.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, abilities or ethnic affiliation are encouraged to apply for the vacancy. DCA conducts an anti-terror check as part of the recruitment process. It is a prerequisite that you can pass this check and maintain this status throughout your employment with us. Everyone applying for a job with DCA must be ready to comply with our Code of Conduct, Staff Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment and our Child Safeguarding Policy.