Latest Vacancies at Action Against Hunger

Location: Potiskum, Yobe
Employment Type: Full Time
Department: Programmes - FSL
Experience Level: Manager / Supervisor
Reporting To: Field Coordinator
Proposed Start Date: To be determined based on funding approval

Job Description

• We are currently looking to fill the role of The Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Programme Manager who will work under the direct supervision of Yobe Field Coordinator and will be responsible for the management of the overall implementation of all Food Security and Livelihoods activities that include; Cash Transfers, Income Generation Activities, Cash for work and Agro-forestry in locations of the project.
• In addition, the role holder will represent AAH in all Food Security and Livelihoods related cluster coordination forum in Yobe State and will receive technical guide and support from the FSL HoD.
• The role holder will ensure that AAH Food Security and Livelihoods interventions are fully integrated with Nutrition and WASH interventions at facilities, communities and LGA level.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed planning and implementation strategies for Cash & Voucher Assistance (CVA), income generation activities and Agro-forestry interventions in collaboration with the Cash & Livelihoods Officers & Agroforestry Officer and the assistance of the FSL Technical team.
• Plan, review, update and manage budget including FSL related, follow up on activities on a regular basis and share with relevant team AAH staff members.
• Track the progress of the activities and outcomes as well as ensure the tracking of relevant indicators.  
• Participate in the weekly coordination meetings, or other ad hoc internal meetings as requested.
• Monitor the FSL environment at Yobe level, through regular scanning and data gathering for new opportunities, innovations, new approaches, designs or technologies.
• Participate in all FSL related joint initiatives( joint market assessments, essential needs assessment) at Yobe level.
• In close coordination with the field team, coordinate mapping of most vulnerable groups and coordinate beneficiary selection, cash disbursements, beneficiary trainings and regular monitoring of project activities.
• Ensure close collaboration with logistic and finance during planning of workshops, trainings and/or meeting that requires financial advances and/or logistical procurement etc. 
• Ensure close collaboration with logistic during any assessment planning, data collection for arranging transportation and other logistical aspects.
• Communicate Action Against Hunger performance standards and expectations to team members which includes; 10 minutes monthly conversation, 3 months/end of probation performance appraisal and annual/ end of contract appraisal.

Position Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Animal Husbandry, and Soil Science, Forestry or a Bachelor's degree in any other field, but with a Masters degree in the field of Food Security and Livelihoods.  
• Minimum of 4 years of work experience in implementing Food Security and Livelihood projects.
• Experience in a managerial/supervisory position.
• Good knowledge of  techniques and agricultural production systems.
• Good knowledge of implementing projects in insecure contexts.
• Experience in Social Protection, Cash for Work, Income Generating Activities and other Livelihood Programming.
• Previous development programming experience.
• Capacity to write high quality reports.
• A sound understanding of Political, Economic, Social and Cultural Environments impacting on Social Protection and Livelihoods in North Eastern Nigeria, including a clear understanding of the relevant Federal Republic of Nigeria policies and institutional frameworks.

Starting Gross Basic Salary & Other Benefits  

• N718,840 per month (excluding other benefits)
• Other benefits include but not limited to 100% health care coverage, free and direct access to Cross Knowledge e-learning platform

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Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Full Time
Department: Programmes - FSL
Experience Level: Senior Manager / Supervisor
Reporting To: Head of Department Food Security and Livelihoods
Proposed Start Date: To be determined based on funding approval

Job Description

• We are currently looking to fill the role of To support the Food Security Livelihoods Head of Department (FSL HoD) in developing the country strategic direction and focus, technical strategy and fostering innovations for the food security and livelihoods programmatic area in AAH Nigeria Mission.
• The role holder will be the primary focal point for all FSL related engagement and external coordination at the Borno state level. The position will be based in Maiduguri, Borno state and may require occasional travels depending on access and security.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with key state stakeholders such as World Food Programme, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Food Security and Livelihoods working group, Cash Working Group, Early Recovery and Livelihoods among others, in coordinating activities, advocating for policies and ensuring the representation of AAH’s strategic positioning.
• Provide technical direction and quality assurance to AAH's Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) programming including cash and markets at a national level, in both development and emergency contexts.
• Monitor the environment through regular scanning and data gathering for new opportunities, innovations, new approaches, designs or technologies.
• Conduct Food Security & Livelihood assessments for program development in relation to Yobe state context.
• Represent AAH in donor meetings and project field visits, coordination meetings and technical meetings as designated by FSL HoD.
• Support FSL HoD in leading program integration initiatives for multi-sectoral approach.
• Develop tools and guidance notes on Cash Based Transfer and Food Voucher Modalities, Market Assessment, Livelihoods Recovery, Agricultural Inputs, Resilience Programming and related areas.
• Support the FSL HoD in program development in line with the country strategy; in identification, evaluation of opportunities for AAH and develop concept notes, proposals, and related reports.
• Support the FSL team in North East & North West in ensuring processes and activities to ensure quality standards of FSL are integrated in the project management cycle.

Position Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Animal Husbandry, Agribusiness, Soil Science, Crop Protection and Management, Agronomy or a related field, or a Degree in any other Field but with a Master's Degree in Food Security & Livelihoods related field of study;
• Minimum of five years experience in Food Security and Livelihoods;
• Experience in Food security and Livelihood assessments including cash and market assessments in both development and emergency contexts;
• Proven management and leadership skills (HR, projects, and stress management);
• Proven ability to translate analysis and evaluation into operational planning and strategy;
• Experience with evaluations and monitoring as well as Program Cycle Management;
• Experience with research and partnership developments with universities;
• Experience with donor communications;
• Good analytical and report writing skills;
• Disciplined and able to work and arrive at decisions autonomously and with minimal guidance.

Starting Gross Basic Salary & Other Benefits  

• N718,840 per month (excluding other benefits)
• Other benefits include but not limited to 100% health care coverage, free and direct access to Cross Knowledge e-learning platform