Organization: NRC – Norwegian Refugee Council
Location: Addis Ababa
Grade: Senior level – Senior
Occupational Groups:
Agriculture and Forestry
Security and Safety
Nutrition
Food Security, Livestock and Livelihoods
Closing Date: 2024-06-02
NORCAP’s 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).
African Union
The African Union (AU), established in 2002 as a unique Pan African continental body, is charged with spearheading Africa’s 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.
Only applicants from the AU member states will be considered.
Job Purpose
Provide technical support in the preparation and implementation of programmes developed out of the Division’s strategic plan.
Ensure effective coordination and implementation at various levels.
Liaise with Member States, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), and other stakeholders on relevant matters.
Prepare and develop reports, budget and work programmes related to the functioning of the Division.
Provide technical support for the development of resource mobilization strategy with stakeholders coordination
Conduct complex analysis and generate accurate reports in a timely manner for the Division and AU’s internal use.
Liaise with the various Departments/Units of the Commission for coordination and alignment purposes
Prepare budgets for the Division in accordance with relevant frameworks. Support the promotion of the activities of the Division including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets as may be required.
Actively contribute in the development of strategies, policies, programmes and plans.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinate the development and implementation of appropriate policies, frameworks, strategies and programmes related to food and nutrition Security;
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.
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.
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
Education and Work Experience
A Master’s 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 seven (7) years experience at continental level on food systems and agricultural transformation of which three (3) years should be at expert level.
OR
A Bachelor’s 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, of which three (3) years should be at expert level.
Skills and Competencies
General Competencies
Excellent interpersonal skills
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
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.
Language Requirement
Proficiency in the mission language English. Knowledge of other working languages would be an added advantage (Arabic, French and Portuguese).
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.
The main competencies of a NORCAP Expert:
Building working relationships
Planning and organising
Adaptability
Resilience
What we offer
Rewarding work for a renowned global organisation
Access to a network of humanitarian, peace, and development professionals
Join NORCAP’s team of experts and be considered for future assignments elsewhere
A dedicated Staff Care Unit
How 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.
NORCAP values diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion or disability.
NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates
Approved Health Certificate will be required prior to contract commencement and assignment
Feedback will be given to all applicants within four weeks after the closing of this advertisement.