La ONG Asia ricerca un/a Chief of party / Agronomist per la sua operatività in Nepal. Scadenza invio candidature 25 gennaio 2018.
Chief of party / Agronomist – Nepal
Area/department: Managerial and Technical.
Based in: Kathmandu with frequent visits to Sindhuli, Kavrepalanchok, Sindhupalchok , Nepal.
Internal relations: Country Representative and Program Manager.
External relations: CEAPRED Program Manager and CEAPRED project staff, local authorities (DADOs, Municipalities), farmers organizations (groups, cooperatives), Istituto OIKOS project staff, Fondazione PUNTO.SUD project staff & other key stakeholders.
Position length: 11 months.
Allocation: Project 2221 – AICS AID n. 010954 – Development of Climate Change Resilient Agriculture in Nepal.
Nationality: Italian.
Reference range gross salary/month: Between 2.000 – 2.200 Euro /month according to the experience.
General objectives
Under the supervision of the Country Representative:
• To guarantee the timely and properly implementation/execution of project activities to ensure the objectives and results are met;
• To ensure that the projects activities implemented/executed by the Implementing Partners (CEAPRED, Istituto OIKOS and PUNTO.SUD) are timely and properly executed to reach the project objectives and results;
• To ensure that ASIA programming is effective, cost efficient and of the highest quality;
• To measure impact of project interventions through rigorous monitoring and evaluation actions;
• To maintain effective relationships with Governmental Local Authorities, CEAPRED project staff, Istituto OIKOS project staff and Fondazione PUNTO.SUD project staff.
Profile required
Competences:
• Deontology;
• Motivation;
• Teamwork;
• Organization and Planning;
• Results focused;
• Stress resistance;
• Adaptability and Flexibility;
• Effective communication;
• Technical knowledge;
• Problem solving;
• Negotiation.
Knowledge and experience required
• Training: University degree (5 years or 3+2) in agricultural sciences;
• Technical specific knowledge: Background in agricultural or rural development or economic a significant asset; Ability to plan, to monitor and to control project activities; Excellent diplomatic, communication and negotiation skills. Report writing skills. Good knowledge of organic agricultural production techniques with particular focus on horticultural crops’ production, horticultural seeds’ production and medicinal herbs’ production; good knowledge in analyzing and evaluating agricultural supply and value chains, agribusiness and organic certification;
• Previous experience (years): At least 2 years’ experience in Rural Development Project Management and in agricultural field in similar contexts;
• Humanitarian sector knowledge: Knowledge of the agricultural context of Nepal is an asset;
• Organization knowledge: Excellent ability in planning, monitoring and controlling agricultural project activities;
• Languages: English (Italian is an asset);
• IT systems: Computer skills including Windows and Microsoft Office/Excel;
• Mobility (national/ international);
• Flexible with respect to working hours and place of work.
Profile conclusions
Under the supervision of the Country Representative:
• To quickly and efficiently plan, organize, supervise and coordinate the execution of the project activities;
• To work closely and cooperatively with the Implementing Partners, specifically with CEAPRED, Istituto OIKOS and Fondazione Punto.sud;
• To monitor if the achievements of the project activities are in line with the project objectives and results and, in case of discrepancies, to propose feasible solutions;
• To support the project team in planning, management, monitoring and evaluation of project activities.
Position general objective
Under the supervision of the Country Representative:
• Ensure project activities comply with the policies and regulations of the donors;
• Develop action plans, budget plans, procurement plans during the execution of the project to ensure that the project results are timely met;
• Monitor project activities and project expenditures to ensure a correct execution of the project;
• Responsible for submitting activity reports on regular basis to the Country Representative;
• Ensure close collaboration and coordination with ASIA, the Implementing Partners & all the stakeholders to guarantee smooth implementation of activities and achievement of results.
Position specific objectives and tasks
Project Management
Under the supervision of the Country Representative:
• Design, establish, plan, oversee and maintain a regular monitoring and evaluation system for all activities of the project, in consultation with the Country Representative;
• Ensure the execution of the project activities in close cooperation with Implementing Partners and beneficiaries;
• Ensure that the project activities are effectively delivered according to project plans and timeframe;
• Ensure that financial and logistical management of the project adhere to ASIA and donor regulations;
• Conduct regular field monitoring visit (at least 2 weeks per month);
• Submit regular technical reports related to project activities to Country Representative, using ASIA templates;
• Report on a two-weekly basis the achievements and difficulties of the projects, using ASIA templates;
• Facilitate coordination efforts with all key stakeholders;
• Work closely with technical consultant expert(s) to incorporate advice and recommendations into project delivery;
• Ensure capitalisation of programmes documentation (including assessment reports, methodology, beneficiary selection and list, distribution reports, etc…);
• With the support Country Representative, evaluate the relevance and appropriateness of the intervention in view of the evolution of the context and needs; propose necessary adjustments to projects in consultation with Country Representative and Implementing Partners.
Financial Management
Under the supervision of the Country Representative:
• Monitor cash flows and expenditures of the project;
• Work closely with ASIA Nepal Adm – Fin Officer to ensure that the expenses are eligible according to the project budget;
• Ensure optimal use of project funds, according to the budget lines of the planned project objectives and activities;
• Ensure adherence and compliance to ASIA and donor’s financial and procurement guidelines;
• Support Country Representative in the preparation of financial reports and budgeting of any future initiatives.
Promoting and institutionalising of ASIA management tools.
Under the supervision of the Country Representative:
• Use PROMO tool on a monthly basis;
• Update PROMO tool on a monthly basis online with financial projections for the project;
• Actively promote ASIA management tools among staff to adopt their usage in everyday work.
Project Development
Under the supervision of the Country Representative:
• Gather and collate all pertinent information and data to support the design of further interventions/projects;
• Work together with local and international experts and stakeholders to identify new proposal of interventions;
• Provide recommendations to Country Representative and Desk HQ for future projects;
• Support the Country Representative and Desk HQ to design new projects’ proposals.
Key internal documents for the position proper performance:
• Project documents;
• Project chronograms;
• Project procurement plans;
• Project budgets;
• Code of Conduct of ASIA Onlus (to be signed by the employee).
Enclosing
Candidates are invited to send within 25.01.2018 to a.nardi@asia-ngo.org and m.albanese@asia-ngo.org the following attachments (object “NEPAL_CHIEF OF PARTY – AGRONOMIST”):
• Updated curriculum vitae;
• Cover Letter;
• Specify at least two references, indicating telephone numbers, e-mail addresses and relation with the candidate.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection process.