Job Title: Project Assistant – Agro-Forestry (2 Jobs)
Organisation: LWF World Service (LWF)
Duty Station: Adjumani and Kiryandongo, Uganda
Reports to: Project Officer
About US:
LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world. Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Uganda is part of the LWF World Service and we are currently supporting Congolese and South-Sudanese refugees living in settlements in the districts of Kamwenge, Adjumani, Moyo, Kyangwali and Lamwo respectively.
Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Project Officer, the Project Assistant – Agro Forestry will be responsible for coordination, supervision, and implementation of all the project activities within the Agro-Forestry/Environment sector and in line with LWF Policies and Procedures.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works with the Project Officer to initiate and coordinate the planning and implementation of the Agro-forestry project activities in liaison with other sections, and ensures optimum utilization of project resources at minimum cost;
- Work in close conjunction with the Project Officer, liaises with and works in cooperation with the relevant local authorities, local community leaders, relevant civil society and non-governmental organizations, collaborating/implementing partners, and other stakeholders where appropriate to achieve the Agro-forestry project objectives, and facilitate project implementation;
- Collects and compiles regularly field data on Agro-forestry project activities carried out, and undertakes impact assessments using participatory approaches for all beneficiaries to determine the relevance and impact of the project assistance;
- Regularly visits all beneficiaries and beneficiary sites where Agro-forestry project activities are undertaken, checks on progress, and offers technical support as directed by the Project Officer in line with the project objectives;
- Promotes the active participation of local community leadership structures, beneficiaries, and intermediaries in the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of agroforestry project activities as required;
- Assists the Project Officer in identifying individuals and groups whose Agro-forestry interests and related community-felt needs have been marginalized as well as potential intermediaries;
- Conducts on-site mobilization, sensitization, and training on basic appropriate agroforestry and related environmental management practices and techniques;
- Offers and delivers advocacy and material support to individuals and groups with marginalized Agro-forestry interests and links them to other collaborating partners/service providers;
- Ensures sensitivity to the crosscutting issues during implementation of the Agro-forestry project as stipulated in the country program’s strategic direction;
- Supervises and supports local community leadership structures at the sub-county level for the effective implementation of Agro-forestry project field activities;
- Work in close consultation with the Project Officer, liaises with and provides technical support to the relevant local authorities, community leaders, civil society/non-governmental organizations, collaborating/implementing partners, and other stakeholders where appropriate to ensure proper coordination of Agro-forestry project activities, promotion of inter-agency cooperation and smooth implementation of the transition plan;
- Prepares distribution lists for tree seedlings and other Agro-forestry inputs in liaison with the Project Officer and local community leaders and ensures equitable distribution of project items to the right beneficiaries;
- Assists the Project Officer to prepare periodical work plans and progress/status reports on Agro-forestry project activities and achievements in line with the requirements stipulated in the project documents;
- Prepares and submits reports to the Project Officer as required; and
- Performs any other official duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Project Officer, the Project Manager, or his/her designate.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a relevant degree in Forestry, Ecology or Biology
- Two to four years of experience implementing agroforestry projects/activities in the field
- Experience managing tree/vegetable nurseries
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with partner organizations, including governments, international and local NGOs, and community groups
- Ability to communicate publicly (written and oral) with a wide range of audiences, including community members, donors, NGOs, government, and colleagues at all levels
- Good computer skills and knowledge using Microsoft Office programs
- Valid riding permit
- High integrity, self-driven, and able to set own work schedule with rigorous deadlines.
- Ability to initiate and complete assignments and to work under demanding circumstances with minimal supervision.
- Strong organization, supervisory, problem-solving, interpersonal, communication as well as team building and negotiation skills.
NB: LWF/WS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation. LWF/WS is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.
Only Shortlisted Applicants will be contacted!
How to Apply:
All candidates should apply online at the link below.
Deadline: 2nd January 2024