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Since 1979, we have helped people grappling with the toughest hardships survive - and then thrive. That’s the heart of our approach: We help communities turn crisis into opportunity. Throughout our history, Mercy Corps has demonstrated innovation, timeliness and the ability to adapt quickly to changing realities.
Qualification: Bachelors, MBA/ MSc/MA
Experience: Minimum 5 years
Location: Kebbi and Benue State
Duration of Assignment: 7 Months
Program / Department Summary
Mercy Corps, an international humanitarian NGO and has been operating in Nigeria since 2012 and is looking for Agricultural Specialists to be based in Kebbi state or Benue State, covering Benue/Ebonyi or Kebbi/Niger to support the implementation of a rapid COVID response program through Mercy Corps’ USAID - funded Feed the Future Nigeria Rural Resilience Activity. The rapid response program will support vulnerable populations and livelihoods through Cash for Work and strengthen supply chains through smart Cash Subsidies.
General Position Summary
The Agricultural Specialist assists the State Manager in the daily smooth running of the agricultural component of the COVID Response Program.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Program Management
Security
Organizational Learning
Accountability to Beneficiaries
Accountability
Reports Directly To: State Manager
Works Directly With: Senior Officer - Cash Grants/Cash for Work and Operations Team
Knowledge and Experience
Success Factors
The successful candidate will provide effective support to the USAID Feed The Future Nigeria Rural Resilience Activity/Mercy Corps program teams in Benue/Ebonyi or Kebbi/Niger. S/he will be capable of multi-tasking, rapid decision-making, have initiative, drive and a lot of energy, as well as high emotional intelligence, constructive mentoring skills and proven experience with capacity building. S/he will be committed to long-term program sustainability and the delivery of high-impact activities at the community level. Successful Mercy Corps team members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and challenging environments, and make effective written and verbal communication a priority.
LIVING CONDITIONS / ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
This position is based in Kebbi State or Benue State and requires frequent travel to field locations and across state travel.
SECURITY
Security in the field locations requires additional vigilance and accessibility will be reassessed continuously. Access to good medical services may be limited. Phone communication, internet, electricity and water is available but might be erratic.
Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Mercy Corps policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all locations.
Method of Application
Applicants are advised to apply via the link below based on the choice of location
Benue State: Application Link
Kebbi State: Application Link
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