Business Support Assistant (Resilience), SC3 – 6 positions (4 Dadaab & 2 Kakuma) (830814)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide.  The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes.  Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

WFP in Kenya has been working in partnership with the Government for over 40 years. Its role has evolved from primarily delivering food assistance (saving lives) focusing on delivering immediate and ongoing support to boost food access and availability and to medium- to long-term action (changing lives) which aims at building climate-resilient food systems.

In June 2023, this partnership was renewed through WFP Kenya’s Country Strategic Plan (CSP, 2023-2027), through which WFP will continue to support the Government of Kenya in addressing food security and nutrition challenges within the framework of Kenya’s Vision 2030 and to support the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 2 (SDG2) – Zero Hunger.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

WFP in Kenya has been working in partnership with the Government for over 40 years. Its role has evolved from primarily delivering food assistance (saving lives) focusing on delivering immediate and ongoing support to boost food access and availability and to medium- to long-term action (changing lives) which aims at building climate-resilient food systems.

In June 2023, this partnership was renewed through WFP Kenya’s Country Strategic Plan (CSP, 2023-2027), through which WFP will continue to support the Government of Kenya in addressing food security and nutrition challenges within the framework of Kenya’s Vision 2030 and to support the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 2 (SDG 2) – Zero Hunger.

JOB PURPOSE

Under the direct supervision of the Programme Associate, this position will provide technical support in the implementation of resilience and self-reliance activities targeting refugees and integrating local communities. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

• Under the guidance of the Programme Associate, facilitate participatory community engagement, and targeting processes.
• Within the assigned location(s), facilitate formation and building capacities of community project management structures including project management committees, water users’ associations, market associations, Common interest groups among others.
• Monitor and guide farmers (using technical manuals) on appropriate crop, including fodder and livestock husbandry practices, including (land preparations, planting, weed, pest and disease management), in liaison with government and FAO personnel.
• Contribute to the assessment, design, implementation and monitoring of the WFP’s resilience/self-reliance projects.
• Correctly interpret farm, market plans and assist the target groups to implement such plans.
• Support the producer groups to develop and implement production calendars/ production schedules for both crops and livestock.  
• Maintain an updated farmers’ list, plot allocations, crops planted, and ensure agreed procedures are followed by the farmers and committee.
• Oversee maintenance of farm implements and tools, infrastructure, farm input and supplies and assist committees) to plan for repairs, replacements, and upgrades.
• Conduct field visits to farms to conduct analyses and collect data, such as crop yield, measuring, and share with the supervisor for analysis and interpretation.
• Implement the agreed upon crop and livestock produce/product post-harvest management and value addition plans/schemes.
• Work with committee and farmers to ensure the sites and infrastructure are secured, deliberate, and implement measures to eliminate vandalism.
• Prepare and share with the supervisor; weekly and or biweekly and monthly reports.
• Work with the local government officers to provide required Agricultural and Livestock extension support to farmers.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: 

• Post secondary qualification in the fields of agriculture, natural resources, range resource management, agriculture education and extension, agribusiness, water and environmental engineering, irrigation or similar discipline.

Experience: 

• Practical and hands on experience in areas of crop production, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), fodder production and feed conservation, agricultural extension, farm yield data collection and recording, and farmer group dynamics etc.
• Have at least two (2) years’ experience in agriculture or livestock production.
• Experience of working in refugee and host community projects is an added advantage 
• Strong organizational, problem-solving  skills

Knowledge and skills:

• Extensive knowledge of Kenya’s refugee context.
• Knowledge of current agricultural practices and trends in ASAL areas of Kenya;
• Understanding of resilience and food system concepts and their application to programme design and implementation in different contexts.
• Proficiency in project planning and management with skills in the following fields; Community development, Crop and livestock-based livelihoods development in the following areas; agro based employment creation, integrated nutrition, financial inclusion, vocational and technical education and training.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills and ability to participate in and facilitate meetings and/or training.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
• The World Food Programme DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.
• WFP embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that celebrates diversity and inclusivity in all ways. 
• All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications and merit.
• Applicants profile MUST match the C.V attached. Any discrepancies between the C.V and the profile will lead to automatic disqualification.

CONTRACT DETAILS

Type of contract: Service Contract, Level SC3

Duty station (City): Dadaab & Kakuma, Kenya (4 positions in Dadaab, 2 positions in Kakuma)

Duration: 12 Months (with possibility of extension)

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

The deadline for application is 23:59 pm East Africa Time on 7 January 2024. 

WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment

WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.

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