NORCAPโs 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 on finding 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). ย
African Unionย The African Union (AU), established in 2002 as a unique Pan African continental body, is charged with spearheading Africaโs 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. ย
Only applicants from the AU member states will be considered. ยJob Purposeย
- Provide technical support in the preparation and implementation of programmes developed out of the Divisionโs strategic plan.
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Main Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinate the development and implementation of appropriate policies, frameworks, strategies and programmes related to food and nutrition Security; ย Identify and coordinate actions which will have a strategic impact on food security conditions in a post-COVID environment. Support the implementation of policies, strategies and programmes 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, 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.ย 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 situation 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 programme activities which are related to food and nutrition security.ย 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
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ย A Bachelorโs 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 experience at continental level on food systems and agricultural transformation, ย of which three (3) years should be at expert level. ย
ย Skills and Competenciesย
General Competencies Excellent interpersonal skills ย Sound planning and organisational skills Ability to negotiate diplomatically Ability to delegate the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority with regard to performance management and professional development ย Proficiency in one of the AU working languages, fluency in another AU language is an added advantage Leadership Competencies Strategic Insight Change Management Managing Risk. Core Competencies Building Relationship Accountable and complies with rules. Learning Orientation. Communicating with Influence. Functional Competencies. Conceptual thinking. Job Knowledge and information sharing. Drive for result.ย
ย Language Requirement Proficiency in the mission language English. Knowledge of other working languages would be an added advantage (Arabic, French and Portuguese).ย
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Remuneration
The salary attached to the position is set at P3 Step 5 inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff.
For more information, please see Terms of Reference.ย
The main competencies of a NORCAP Expert:
What we offer
Rewarding work for a renowned global organisationย Access to a network of humanitarian, peace, and development professionals ย Join NORCAPโs team of experts and be considered for future assignments elsewhere ย A dedicated Staff Care UnitHow to apply
When submitting your application, kindly register in English your full employment history and education. Please include your full name as written in your passport. Uploaded CVs alone will not be reviewed. ย ย NORCAP values diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion or disability.ย NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidatesย Approved Health Certificate will be required prior to contract commencement and assignmentย Feedback will be given to all applicants within four weeks after the closing of this advertisement. ย ย