Position: Agriculture and Food Security Expert (AU)

Job Time: Full-Time

Job Type: Contract

Place of Work: Addis Ababa, Addis Abeba - Ethiopia

Posted date: 1 week ago

Deadline: June, 03/2024 (8 days left)

JOB DESCRIPTION

NORCAP’s mission is to improve aid to protect and empower people affected by crises and climate change. With expertise in the humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding sectors, we collaborate with local, national, and international partners to find solutions that meet the needs of people at risk.

We do this by:

• Supporting humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding initiatives that protect and empower people

• Improving impact at the global and local level through joint projects with partners and stakeholders

• Providing expertise and developing capacity that enable partners to meet the needs of people in fragile situations and crises

• Strengthening the global system that we are part of through support for leadership, coordination, and policy development

• Building bridges between the humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding sectors

We are recruiting two Agriculture and Food Security Experts, for an initial period of 1 year including a 3-month probation period. The assigned location will be Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The Agriculture and Food Security Experts shall be responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of policies, frameworks, strategies, and programs related to food and nutrition security under the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable (DARBE) at the African Union Commission (AUC).

African Union

The African Union (AU), established in 2002 as a unique Pan-African continental body, is charged with spearheading Africa’s rapid integration and sustainable development by promoting unity, solidarity, cohesion, and cooperation among the peoples of Africa and African States as well as fostering international cooperation. Its Headquarters is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Only applicants from the AU member states will be considered.

Job Purpose

• Provide technical support in the preparation and implementation of programs developed out of the Division’s strategic plan.

• Ensure effective coordination and implementation at various levels.

• Liaise with Member States, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), and other stakeholders on relevant matters.

• Prepare and develop reports, budgets, and work programs related to the functioning of the Division.

• Provide technical support for the development of resource mobilization strategy with stakeholders' coordination

• Conduct complex analysis and generate accurate reports promptly for the Division and AU’s internal use.

• Liaise with the various Departments/Units of the Commission for coordination and alignment purposes

• Prepare budgets for the Division under relevant frameworks. Support the promotion of the activities of the Division including preparing leaflets, guidelines, and fact sheets as may be required.

• Actively contribute to the development of strategies, policies, programs, and plans.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the development and implementation of appropriate policies, frameworks, strategies and programs related to food and nutrition Security;

• Identify and coordinate actions that will have a strategic impact on food security conditions in a post-COVID environment.

• Support the implementation of policies, strategies, and programs on food security and nutrition under a multidisciplinary vision of the Malabo Declaration, SDGs, Agenda 2063, and the African Common Position of the UNFSS.

• Develop work plans and prepare periodic reports on the implementation of AU Assembly and STC, ARDWE Decisions, policies, and frameworks to enhance food and nutrition security.

• Initiate, maintain, establish, and operationalize platforms for high-level political engagements on food and nutrition security including coordinating the commemoration of the Africa Day for Food and Nutrition Security.

• Contribute to continental food security and nutrition reporting and scorecard.

• Initiate, maintain, and/or strengthen strategic partnerships with key stakeholders and build consensus and agreements on the agenda of food security and agriculture.

• Undertake capacity-building initiatives and outreach activities to strengthen awareness and early warning systems for food insecurity and food shortage situations and propose remedial strategies.

• Represent the Commission at international/inter-governmental meetings and conferences, advocate for collaboration, best practices, and increased policy dialogue.

• Provide support in documenting and sharing best practices on food and nutrition security.

• Participate in intra- and inter-departmental program activities which are related to food and nutrition security.

• Work closely with AUDA-NEPAD and Regional Economic Communities to provide technical support to strengthen the capacity of Member States in the areas of food security analysis.

• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Required Skills and Experience

Education and Work Experience

• A Master’s Degree in Agricultural Sciences, Social Sciences, Agricultural Economics, Economics, Development Studies , or any related field.

• A certificate in food and nutrition security is an added advantage.

• A minimum of seven (7) years of experience at the continental level on food systems and agricultural transformation of which three (3) years should be at the expert level.

OR

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Sciences, Social Sciences, Agricultural Economics, Economics, Development Studies , or any related field.

• A certificate in food and nutrition security is an added advantage.

• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience at the continental level on food systems and agricultural transformation, of which three (3) years should be at the expert level. 

Skills and Competencies

General Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Sound planning and organizational skills

• Ability to negotiate diplomatically

• Ability to delegate the appropriate responsibility, accountability, and decision-making authority about performance management and professional development

• Proficiency in one of the AU working languages, and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Insight

• Change Management

• Managing Risk.

Core Competencies

• Building Relationship

• Accountable and compliant with rules.

• Learning Orientation.

• Communicating with Influence.

• Functional Competencies.

• Conceptual thinking.

• Job Knowledge and information sharing.

• Drive for the result.

Language Requirement

Proficiency in the mission language English. Knowledge of other working languages would be an added advantage (Arabic, French, and Portuguese).

Remuneration

The salary attached to the position is set at P3 Step 5 inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff.

The main competencies of a NORCAP Expert:

• Building working relationships

• Planning and organizing

• Adaptability

• Resilience

What we offer

• Rewarding work for a renowned global organization

• Access to a network of humanitarian, peace, and development professionals

• Join NORCAP’s team of experts and be considered for future assignments elsewhere

• A dedicated Staff Care Unit

How to Apply

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NORCAP values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, or disability.

NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates

An approved Health Certificate will be required before contract commencement and assignment

Feedback will be given to all applicants within four weeks after the closing of this advertisement.