Fafi Integrated
Development Association (FaIDA) is a Non-governmental organization that has
been operating in Fafi district since 2009.
The organization has
been working with established women and Youth groups in Jarajilla division in
carrying out an environmental restoration project.
FaIDA is currently implementing a livelihood intervention project in Fafi
district in partnership with the international rescue committee.
FaIDA intends to
recruit a qualified candidate for the position of a livelihoods Officer for a
period of four (4) months with a possibility of extension depending on the
availability of funds and performance.
Job title: Project Assistant
Reporting to: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Duty Station: Garissa
Duties and Responsibilities
Job title: Project Assistant
Reporting to: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Duty Station: Garissa
Duties and Responsibilities
- Identification
and assessment of sites for Deworming of livestock
- Mobilization
of the community on Deworming of livestock
- Will be
in charge of utilization of veterinary drugs to be used for deworming
campaigns
- Assist
the M&E Officer in identification of sites for the construction of
Veterinary stores.
- Weekly
and monthly reporting of project progress to the M$E Officer.
- Identification
of women groups for training on entrepreneurship skills.
- Assist
the M & E Officer in organizing trainings for women groups.
- Identification
of community veterinary stores management groups
- Any
other duty assigned by the supervisor or his/her designate
Academic / professional qualifications:
- Higher
diploma in Agriculture or Agricultural Extension. A degree in a similar
field will be an added advantage.
- At
least 2 years of progressive hands-on experience in the
livelihood/veterinary services
- Prior
working experience and knowledge of the project area will be an added
advantage.
Other skills required
- Excellent
communication and drafting skills for effective reporting on programme
financial performance
- Excellent
analytical skills
- Ability
to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility
- Familiarity
with the aid system, and understanding of donor and governmental
requirements
- Fluency
in English is a requirement
- Knowledge
of the local language is desirable
- Ability
to operate Microsoft word, excel and project management software
How to apply
Interested applicants should submit a CV and one-page cover letter outlining their motivation and suitability for the above position by Email to recruitment@faidakenya.org on or before 8th October 2012.
Interested applicants should submit a CV and one-page cover letter outlining their motivation and suitability for the above position by Email to recruitment@faidakenya.org on or before 8th October 2012.
Applications will be
reviewed as they come in.
Only online
applications will be accepted