Reporting to the Project Manager, the Food Security and Livelihood (FSL) Officer is responsible for the daily planning, implementation, supervision, monitoring, and reporting of food security and livelihoods activities. S/he will ensure proper coordination with stakeholders and work from Gaziantep on Food Security and Livelihoods in NWS. Additionally, S/he will be part of the team responsible for preparing new project proposals and implementing current activities.

The needed qualifications:

• Background in the humanitarian context and has been working with NGOs for three years at least.
• Good experience in implementing livestock projects (Vaccination, Artificial insemination, livestock value chain is preferable)
• The agriculture engineering and veterinarian candidates are preferable.

1- Develop project plans that outline the objectives, scope, timeline, and budget for initiatives related to food security and agriculture.

2- Collaborate with government agencies, local communities, farmers, NGOs, and other stakeholders to ensure project buy-in and successful implementation.

3- Conduct assessments to identify the specific needs and challenges related to food security in a given area.

4- Design and develop programs that address identified needs, such as crop improvement, livestock management, irrigation, and sustainable farming practices.

5- Monitor and manage project budgets to ensure that resources are allocated efficiently.

6- Acquire necessary resources, such as seeds, fertilizers, equipment, and infrastructure, to support project goals.

7- Organize training sessions and workshops for farmers and local communities to build their capacity in modern and sustainable agricultural practices.

8- Implement systems for tracking project progress and evaluating its impact on food security in the targeted areas.

9- Prepare regular reports and communicate project updates and outcomes to donors, partners, The FSL cluster, and ERL cluster and stakeholders.

10- Promote environmentally sustainable practices and technologies to ensure long-term agricultural resilience and food security.

11- Identify potential risks and challenges related to the project and develop strategies to mitigate them.

12- Work closely with local communities to involve them in project activities, address their concerns, and ensure their participation.

13- Collaborate with other organizations, clusters and agencies working in the same field to leverage resources and expertise.