Junior Officer, Programmes at Concern Worldwide

Job Summary:

In this role, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the livelihoods programme in North Horr Sub County with a focus on livestock, agriculture and sustainable use and management of natural resources. Responsible for timely implementation of program activities guided by the annual work plan and informed by program technical approaches. You will work closely with communities, National and County Government officials, and other stakeholders to develop and implement strategies for the protection and conservation of natural resources.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Work closely with the line government departments at the ward level including the Sub County, Ward and Village Administrators, Village/Ward Development Committees, Community health units, and Ward Public Health Team based in North Horr Sub County.
• Lead in the day-to-day program implementation and prudent utilization of resources towards meeting the program mandate.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Community-Based Structures (Natural Resource Management groups, Grazing Committees etc).
• Collaborate with other organizations and agencies to coordinate natural resource management efforts, including through the participation in interagency working groups in the targeted wards of North Horr Sub County.
• Continuously raise awareness of natural resource management issues and promote sustainable resource use, including through training and development of context-specific information, education, and communication (IEC) materials.
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of natural resource management activities and adjusting strategies to ensure sustainability of natural resources.
• Conduct regular field assessments to monitor progress, receive community feedback, check on the quality and impact of activities.
• Support in the implementation of Concern integrated approaches in education, livelihoods, health and nutrition at the community level.
• Assist with the preparation of reports, presentations, and other materials related to your project.

Others

• Adhere to and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct and associated policies to their team, beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment
• Participating and contributing towards Concern’s emergency response, as and when necessary
• Take all possible measure to meet Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS)

Person Specification

Minimum Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in livestock, agriculture, natural resource management, environmental science, or a related field.
• At least 1 years’ experience in a similar role
• Must have strong knowledge and interest in Project Cycle Management, Natural Resources Management, Integrated Water Resources Management and Watershed Development.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing community development projects in ASAL areas.
• Fluency in both spoken and written language in: English, Swahili and at least one of the local Marsabit County languages (spoken in North Horr sub County)
• Computer literate with good MS Office skills