Technical Expert – Agriculture and Agribusiness

Organisational context

 

Caritas Czech Republic (CCR) is a non-profit organisation that operates abroad in the context of humanitarian aid and development cooperation. It is a respected member of the international network Caritas Internationalis. Its foreign activities focus on the social sectors, developing livelihoods for the local population, and educating children and adults.

CCR’s mission in Iraq was established in 2017. Since then, CCR has assisted the vulnerable Iraqi population in 5 governorates: Dohuk, Ninewa, Salah Al Din, Kirkuk and Anbar.

The mission team comprises of expatriates and national staff. The organisation is registered and allowed to work in the Kurdistan Region and the rest of Iraq.

Purpose of the Position

The Technical Expert – Agriculture and Agribusiness is a pivotal national role based in Anbar (Saqlawia and Falluja District), responsible for the effective implementation and management of agricultural and agribusiness projects. The role requires strict adherence to donor and Caritas Czech Republic (CCR)’s processes, procedures, and requirements, ensuring that projects are executed on time and to a high standard under the supervision of the Project Manager.

This position is pending donor approval.

 

Responsibilities:

 

Major Responsibilities

 

1. Implementation

   – Effectively and efficiently manage and coordinate agricultural and agribusiness project activities.

   – Supervise Field Coordinators, Agricultural Experts, and other staff to ensure proper planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of approved activities in line with project design.

   – Ensure compliance with donor requirements and CCR’s policies and procedures.

   – Properly handle, store, transport, distribute, track, and report project assets and resources according to CCR’s and donor policies.

   – Support the Multi-Projects Manager in clarifying overall project direction and needs.

   – Regularly visit target communities to gather perceptions and experiences, aiding in planning and implementing relevant activities.

   – Facilitate the identification, design, and implementation of appropriate training for project staff and target communities.

   – Provide continuous feedback to the CCR team on project status and contextual changes.

 

2. Supervision

   – Oversee budget expenditure.

   – Supervise direct reports, including Field Coordinators, Agricultural Experts, and other short- and long-term staff.

 

3. Coordination

   – Coordinate with other agencies and NGOs to ensure the project targets the appropriate population.

   – Ensure project implementation aligns with CCR strategy and supports further program development.

   – Coordinate with operations to ensure timely and quality planning, preparation, delivery, and reporting.

   – Maintain day-to-day coordination with the Project Manager.

   – Participate in regular CCR coordination meetings, partners’ meetings, and relevant cluster meetings.

 

4. Reporting

   – Prepare internal progress reports as scheduled by the line manager.

   – Develop inception, monthly, quarterly, and final reports as per donor requirements and formats.

   – Update budget spending tables monthly.

 

5. Capacity Development

   – Lead capacity development for project staff to ensure competency for quality performance.

   – Provide close supervision to offer capacity building for field members.

 

6. Other Roles

   – Perform other duties as required by the line manager.

 

 

Minimum of 5 years of experience in agricultural project management in complex contexts.

   – At least 3 years of experience in agricultural skills development, agribusiness practices, and water management.

   – Master’s or higher degree in agriculture, agribusiness, or other related fields.

   – Proficiency in MS Office and Excel.

   – Excellent interpersonal skills.

   – Strong narrative reporting skills.

   – Budget management and administrative skills.

   – Ability to multitask, anticipate challenges, and initiate mitigation plans.

   – Excellent knowledge of Arabic and excellent writing and speaking skills in English; Kurdish is an advantage.

Qualified candidates may send their applications to the e-mail address Iraq.hr@caritas.cz

The application must a maximum 4-page CV. As the subject of e-mail please insert exactly “Technical Expert – Agriculture and Agribusiness”

Female candidates and candidates with special needs are encouraged to apply.

Attachments must be named as following:

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NOTICE: Due to the urgency of the position, CCR reserves the right of starting the interviews with selected candidates before the closing date.

Only applications labeled correctly will be accepted for consideration.

Only candidates selected to the next round will receive a response from the representative of CCR.

The selection procedure may be changed or cancelled anytime.