• Application Deadline: Thu, 9 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Food Security and Livelihood (FSL) Assistant (Mafa LGA)



• Job Type Contract



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , OND



• Experience 2 years



• Location Borno




• Job Field Agriculture / Agro-Allied  , NGO/Non-Profit 
  
  

Immediate Supervisor: Project Manager

Other Supervisor(s): Head of Office

Contract Duration: 8 Months

Job Location: Malakyariri, Mafa Local Government Area, Borno State

General Description and Job Brief

The FSL Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting DHCBI’s efforts to enhance food security and livelihoods for vulnerable households in flood-affected areas, particularly in Malakyariri. The position involves executing program activities such as cash-for-work (CfA), food-for-assets (FFA), agricultural recovery, and livelihood restoration initiatives. This role emphasizes community engagement, distribution of agricultural inputs, and facilitating training sessions to ensure sustainable recovery and resilience-building for target communities.

The FSL Assistant will support project components, including rehabilitation of infrastructure, dry-season farming, livestock production, and financial inclusion activities, ensuring adherence to DHCBI and donor guidelines.

Responsibilities

Program Implementation

1. Assist in the execution of CfA/FFA activities, including targeting and mobilizing vulnerable households for participation.


2. Support the distribution of agricultural inputs (seeds, fertilizers, tools) and training on climate-smart agricultural practices.


3. Facilitate the distribution of livestock, feed, and veterinary support to beneficiaries.


4. Aid in the implementation of cash assistance programs, ensuring fair disbursement to eligible households.

Community Engagement

1. Actively engage community leaders, women, youth, and persons with disabilities to ensure inclusive participation in FSL activities.


2. Conduct community sensitization on program objectives, safety protocols, and expected outcomes.


3. Support participatory planning and monitoring processes to align interventions with community needs.

Training and Capacity Building

1. Organize and facilitate training sessions on crop diversification, irrigation techniques, and financial literacy.


2. Assist in building the capacity of beneficiaries on livestock management and business skills.


3. Provide orientation and safety training for CfA/FFA participants.

Monitoring and Reporting

1. Collect and document data on beneficiary participation, training attendance, and program outcomes.


2. Conduct field visits to monitor program activities and provide regular updates to the Project Manager.


3. Support in preparing detailed reports on activity progress, challenges, and beneficiary feedback.

Infrastructure Rehabilitation

1. Support community-led efforts to rehabilitate infrastructure such as feeder roads, water points, and sanitation systems.


2. Facilitate activities to restore homestead gardens and other communal assets.

Compliance and Accountability

1. Ensure all activities comply with donor and DHCBI policies, including Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) guidelines.


2. Assist in maintaining a robust complaint and feedback mechanism to address beneficiary concerns promptly.

Requirements

Applicant must be Mafa LGA indigenes 

Education:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Community Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in food security, agriculture, or livelihood support roles, ideally within humanitarian settings.


• Familiarity with CfA/FFA programs, agricultural recovery, and livestock management is an advantage.

Skills:

1. Strong communication and community engagement skills.


2. Experience in field data collection and reporting.


3. Knowledge of sustainable agricultural practices, including climate-smart techniques.


4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

Additional:

• Ability to work in remote field locations under challenging conditions.


• Fluency in Hausa and/or Kanuri is an advantage.

NOTE:

• DHCBI does not solicit fees from job seekers at any stage of the recruitment process.


• DHCBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and highly encourages applications from women, youth, and persons with disabilities.


• DHCBI upholds the Humanitarian Principles: humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and operational independence.


• Only Mafa LGA indigenes will be considered