Capacity Development Expert at FINDEF

Role Summary:

The Capacity Development Expert will lead efforts to build the technical and managerial capacities of project participants, including youth and women entrepreneurs, farmer organizations, and agribusiness enterprises. This individual will design and deliver training programs, provide technical assistance, and facilitate peer learning activities to enhance the skills and knowledge of project beneficiaries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess the capacity development needs of project participants and develop tailored training programs and materials to address identified gaps.
• Deliver training sessions on topics such as good agricultural practices, business development, financial literacy, and technical skills in processing and post-harvest management.
• Provide individualized technical assistance and mentoring to project beneficiaries to support the implementation of newly acquired knowledge and skills.
• Facilitate peer learning and knowledge exchange among project participants through workshops, study tours, and community-based learning initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of capacity development activities and make adjustments as needed to ensure desired outcomes are achieved.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through participant feedback, pre-and-post assessments, performance metrics and training report.
• Provide ongoing support and coaching to trainees to reinforce learning outcomes and facilitate the application of new knowledge and skills in their activities.
• Work together with the project team leader to coordinate with relevant government agencies and departments to ensure alignment and integration of capacity building initiatives with broader project goals and strategies.
• Coordinate with other project staff to ensure integration of capacity development activities into project interventions.
• Document best practices and lessons learned in capacity development for knowledge sharing.
• Develop/contribute to the development of knowledge products and ensure effective dissemination.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in agriculture/agribusiness, business administration or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in capacity development, training, or related roles, preferably in the agricultural sector.
• Strong facilitation and coaching skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences and foster participatory learning environments.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and experience in developing interactive and experiential training programs.
• Familiarity with gender-sensitive and inclusive approaches to capacity development is desirable.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. Our organization procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. We are an equal opportunity employer. We uphold the Humanitarian Principles: humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and operational independence. We affirmatively engage the most vulnerable communities.