JOB DESCRIPTION

 

The consultant will play a key role in supporting the implementation of KOICA-funded smallholder farmer activities in Kigoma. He will oversee day-to-day project execution, monitoring, analysis, and reporting. Additionally, he will facilitate linkages between farmer groups, Agri-SMEs, and value chain stakeholders to strengthen market integration and improve scalability.

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Sub Office, with technical support from the Head of Smallholder Farmers and overall management from the Head of Programme, the Consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:

1. Ensure the provision of technical support and field oversight for implementation of project activities following the project work plans through effective collaboration with cooperating partners in Kigoma region including the Local Government Authorities (LGAs).

2. Support in the identification and mapping of SMEs (farmer groups, private off takers, aggregators) and develop appropriate risk mitigation tools for project implementation and scalability.

3. Conduct supply and demand trend analysis to inform/strengthen sourcing from smallholder farmers.

4. Prepare realistic milestones to facilitate monitoring and increase transparency among value chain actors.

5. Advocate for availability of finance solutions for all actors in the supply chains through dialogues and partnership with relevant financial institutions.

6. Provide support to the development and implementation of WFP’s smallholder sourcing in line with the global WFP supply chain strategies, policies and plans.

7. Perform qualitative and quantitative data analysis using relevant data analysis and visualization tools; and communicate trends for decision making

8. Support the training and coaching of extension service providers on agriculture practices, technology adoption, and delivering needs-based and practical trainings to farmers, farmers’ organizations, etc.

9. Support the testing of available innovation tools including TEC solutions developed to ease information sharing and transactions among value chain players.

10. Actively participate in the monitoring missions and keep abreast of all developments in the activity to prepare reports, briefings, background notes, and other documentation as required.

11. Regularly share information on progress of implementation, challenges and emerging issues with supervisors to support rapid resolution.

12. Identify and prioritize issues for inclusion in the regular monitoring system – wide and operational reporting.

13. Support technical field-based missions and Steering Committee meetings – organize missions and meetings, prepare the agenda, provide background material and draft minutes.

14. Perform any other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

Advanced University degree in one or more of the following: Agriculture, Economics, International Development, Social Sciences or other related fields.

Experience:

Preferably 3-5 years or more of post-graduate work experience.

Knowledge & Skills:

Familiarity with project planning and implementing including support and capacity building of partners.
Strong oral and written communication skills are necessary to ensure WFP strategies and projects are well articulated to all stakeholders including beneficiaries, partners, local governments and donors.
Flexibility and ability to work harmoniously with people of different national and cultural background.
Experience with international organization(s) or business (es) a plus.
Ability to frequently travel within the country.
Demonstrated ability to provide consistent and timely services to meet the changing needs, demands and expectations of partners, allowing value chain actors to actively participate and contribute to decisions that are relevant to their needs.
Strong problem solving, negotiation skills and Strong analytical skills
Direct or indirect KOICA experiences is an advantage.

Languages:

Fluency (level C) in English language. Knowledge of Korean language is an added advantage.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements