2021-10-04

Advisor for agricultural production, Hargeisa, Somaliland

Hargeisa, Somaliland
Posted on October 4, 2021

GIZ

Advisor for agricultural production, Hargeisa, Somaliland

Closing date: Sunday, 17 October 2021

Apply now : https://jobs.giz.de/index.php?ac=application&jobad_id=57562

Advisor (m/f/d) for agricultural production

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Our model for success is a better life for everyone and purposeful tasks for our employees. For more than 50 years, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), as a company of the German Federal Government, has been supporting the implementation of development policy goals worldwide. Together with partner organisations in more than 130 countries, we are involved in a diverse range of projects. If you want to make a difference in the world and develop yourself in the process, you’ve come to the right place.

Job-ID: V000046322
Location: Hargeisa
Assignment period: 12/01/2021 – 03/31/2024
Field: Rural Development
Type of employment: full- or part-time
Application deadline: 10/17/2021

Job description

In Somalia, crop production in intensified production systems is gaining importance in view of population growth, overexploitation of natural resources and an increasing unreliable climate. In addition to surface runoff, groundwater is increasingly used to produce vegetables and fruits, that have so far been largely imported, in horticultural systems. The competitiveness of local producers suffers from little knowledge of crop production, poorly developed value chains and inadequate quality assurance. The project supports the structural change outlined above in the Togdheer and Nugaal regions, and aims to expand the supply of high-quality vegetables and fruits through sustainable local intensive production, optimized marketing and quality assurance systems.

Your tasks

Advising on innovative approaches in the context of the development of sustainable intensive production systems for fruit and vegetables including the
principles of Integrated Pest Management in drylands
Professional coordination of consulting services of the national teams
Consultation and coordination processes with partner ministries and partners
Communication and coordination with other actors
Professional support of national and international consultants as well as quality assurance of work results
Monitoring of project activities to achieve project goals
Collaborate in reporting and managing the budget

Your profile

University degree in agriculture, horticulture, geography, environmental sciences or a comparable field of study
Several years of relevant professional experience, preferably acquired abroad in East Africa and in development cooperation cuwqU9u Dgn9V6
Several years of well-founded work experience in the field of rural development
Work experience on production technologies in drylands
Knowledge of GIZ’s internal tools and procedures
High sensitivity, intercultural competence and the ability to work in a team
Fluent in English; Knowledge of the German/Somali language is an advantage

Location information

We are pleased to offer you a first impression on topics such as climate, shopping and services, the school situation and health care in Somalia.

The GIZ offers an additional benefits package for deployments in fragile security situations.

Please consult the responsible security consultant in the Corporate Security Unit (Phone: +49 6196 79 3040).

Please also check the county-specific information provided by the German Federal Foreign Office.

GIZ runs a professional security risk management system in the field of deployment and tailored security risk mitigation measures are in place for GIZ staff in country. GIZ staff must adhere to security measures at all times.

Somalia is a non-family location.

Notes

This job is suited to a full or a part-time position.

The willingness for frequent business trips is required.

A prerequisite for the conclusion of the agreement is the lifting of the restrictions currently in force in the company on the possibilities for travel and business trips in order to contain the worldwide spread of the Covid-19 virus.

The willingness to work reciprocally abroad and in Germany is required.

Please understand, that we can only accept and process applications via our E-recruiting system. Following the confirmation of your successful application, kindly check your spam / junk mail folder on a regular basis, since some provider classify emails from our recruiting system as spam.

Our benefits

We are a provider of international cooperation services for sustainable development and work to build a future worth living around the world. We support projects in over 130 countries to achieve goals sustainably together with our partners.
Everyone has the same opportunities in our company, regardless of gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation or physical disability. We recruit based on specialist expertise and social skills. Transparency and fair opportunities for career advancement are just as much a matter of course for us as gender not being a barrier to taking up a management position.
Your work will begin with an onboarding and preparation phase that will give you initial insights into GIZ and lay the groundwork for your upcoming assignment, establishing new contacts and building up your network.
We provide opportunities for taking part in training and professional development to all our staff. Our Academy for International Cooperation (AIZ) will help you develop your skills.
Ensuring the compatibility of career, family work and care commitments is part of our corporate policy. Flexible working hours and comprehensive preparation packages for families accompanying staff abroad are two examples of the opportunities that GIZ offers its employees. Our family-friendly philosophy also includes providing support for family members in need of care.
Flexi-time and the possibility for mobile working gives staff maximum flexibility.
We offer you various part-time working models to give you flexibility in planning your working and home lives.
We allow our staff to accrue working time credits in a long-term working time account. This credit can then be used to take a lengthy leave of absence.
Extensive check-ups and preventive measures (e.g. on appointment, before the outward journey, during the stay in a country of assignment, in an emergency) are provided to our staff and the family members accompanying them as a matter of course.
We reward staff who achieve their agreed annual targets with a variable remuneration component.
You will receive various additional benefits during your stay abroad that will depend on your country of assignment.
In many places, you will receive a subsidy towards the rent on your place of residence. If you have not yet found suitable accommodation at the time of your outward journey, you will receive a subsidy to put towards your hotel costs.

Ensuring the compatibility of career, family work and care commitments is part of our corporate policy. Flexible working hours and comprehensive preparation packages for families accompanying staff abroad are two examples of the opportunities that GIZ offers its employees. Our family-friendly philosophy also includes providing support for family members in need of care. Everyone has the same opportunities in our company, regardless of gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation or physical disability. We recruit based on specialist expertise and social skills. Transparency and fair opportunities for career advancement are just as much a matter of course for us as gender not being a barrier to taking up a management position. Your work will begin with an onboarding and preparation phase that will give you initial insights into GIZ and lay the groundwork for your upcoming assignment, establishing new contacts and building up your network. We provide opportunities for taking part in training and professional development to all our staff. Our Academy for International Cooperation (AIZ) will help you develop your skills. We are a provider of international cooperation services for sustainable development and work to build a future worth living around the world. We support projects in over 130 countries to achieve goals sustainably together with our partners. Extensive check-ups and preventive measures (e.g. on appointment, before the outward journey, during the stay in a country of assignment, in an emergency) are provided to our staff and the family members accompanying them as a matter of course. You will receive various additional benefits during your stay abroad that will depend on your country of assignment. In many places, you will receive a subsidy towards the rent on your place of residence. If you have not yet found suitable accommodation at the time of your outward journey, you will receive a subsidy to put towards your hotel costs. We allow our staff to accrue working time credits in a long-term working time account. This credit can then be used to take a lengthy leave of absence. We offer you various part-time working models to give you flexibility in planning your working and home lives. Flexi-time and the possibility for mobile working gives staff maximum flexibility. We reward staff who achieve their agreed annual targets with a variable remuneration component.About us

Your professional and personal development is important to us. At GIZ, you will be offered global work opportunities and an atmosphere that is characterised by diversity, respect and genuine equal opportunities. Gender equality promotion is a matter of course for us. Our benefits are also impressive in terms of work-life balance and family friendliness. Flexible working hours that fit your life situation are an integral part of our corporate culture.

GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter. Recognition, appreciation and inclusion of diversity in the company are important to us. All employees shall be valued – regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age or sexual orientation.

GIZ would like to increase the proportion of employees with disability, both in Germany and abroad. Applications from persons with disabilities are most welcome.

Contact

Recruitment and Follow-on assignments Client Portal +49 (0) 6196 79 3200 kundenportal-rueckfragen@giz.de

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