Company Description

SNV is a global development partner, deeply rooted in the countries where we operate. We are driven by a vision of a better world: A world where across every society all people live with dignity and have equitable opportunities to thrive sustainably. To make this vision a reality, we need transformations in vital agri-food, energy, and water systems. SNV contributes by strengthening capacities and catalyzing partnerships in these sectors. We help strengthen institutions and effective governance, reduce gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enable adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises.

Building on 60 years of experience we support our partners with our technical and process expertise and methodological rigour. We do this in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia with a team of approximately 1,600 colleagues. By being adaptable and tailoring our approaches to these different contexts, we can contribute to impact at scale, resulting in more equitable lives for all.

For more information on SNV, visit our website: https://snv.org/

Job Description

Project Implementation:

• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of project activities related to agronomy interventions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and promote sustainable agronomic practices and opportunities and ensure alignment with the Environmental Impact Assessment.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify market trends and opportunities for agribusiness ventures to adopt modern agronomic practices.
• Support the project team in organizing workshops, meetings, and training sessions.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to the Project Manager.
• Assist in reviewing components of gross margin calculations for various agribusiness activities to ensure alignment to good agricultural practices

Project Regional Files:

• Maintain and update project regional files, ensuring all documents are organized and accessible.
• Assist in preparing project reports and documentation for regional activities.
• Ensure compliance with project documentation standards and protocols.

Data Quality Management (DQA):

• Collaborate with the PME team to collect, compile, and analyse project data as required.
• Conduct data quality assessments (DQA) to ensure accuracy and consistency of data.
• Assist in the preparation of data reports and presentations.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Liaise with local communities, youth groups, and other stakeholders to foster partnerships and promote project activities.
• Assist in organizing and facilitating workshops, training sessions, and meetings with stakeholders.

Stories of Change Compilation:

• Collect and document team stories of change and success stories from project participants.
• Assist in writing and editing stories of change for various project reports and publications.
• Collaborate with the communications to share stories of change through appropriate channels.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assist the project in the facilitation of Youth savings and lending groups (YSALs) and tracking of all YSAL groups trained.
• Understanding of markets and experience in gross margin calculation.
• Provide administrative support to the project team as needed.
• Assist with other project-related activities and tasks as assigned by the Project Coordinator/Manager.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a master’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Crop Science or any related qualification.
• OR Bachelors degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Horticulture, Crop Science, or related field with relevant work experience (minimum 2-3 years).

Experience

• Knowledge of the operations of the development sector is essential.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Self-motivated and proactive with initiative.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must have graduated within the last 3 years, with a minimum of 2 years working experience.
• Must have familiarity with agronomic practices, crop management, and sustainable agriculture techniques.
• Basic knowledge of data management and quality assurance processes.
• Previous experience in project management or community development will be an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• A valid driver’s license is an advantage.

Competencies

• Interest and motivation in working in an international organization.
• Good analytical skills in gathering and consolidating data and research for practical implementation. Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Outgoing and initiative-taking person with a goal-oriented mind-set.
• Communicates effectively when working in teams and independently.
• Good in organizing and structuring various tasks and responsibilities.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality, and age sensitivity and adaptability.
• Response positively to feedback and differing points of view.
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
• Passion for working with youth and rural communities.
• A valid driver’s license is an advantage.
  

Additional Information

Terms of appointment:

• Contract Type: Full time (40 hours per week)
• Contract Duration: 1 year
• Expected Start Date: 1 April 2025
• Location: Harare, Zimbabwe

How to apply:

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and letter of motivation before February 10, 2025, CoB using the Smart Recruiters platform.

Working at SNV

We offer a stimulating work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our team members benefit from, and contribute to, an internal global network of experts. For more information, please visit our website: www.snv.org/careers.

At SNV, inclusivity is at the heart of our ethos. SNV strives to be an inclusive employer, thriving on the diversity of its people and does not discriminate on the basis of disability status, religion, ethnic origin, gender and sexual orientation, etc.

Shortlisting

Shortlisting and interviews will be done on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Therefore, qualified and interested candidates are highly recommended to submit their applications as soon as they can. Only applicants fulfilling the above requirements will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within one month from the submission date of your application, consider your application unsuccessful.

Reference & vetting check
We will require that you provide us with the full details of three people who are willing to act as a reference. We will not contact these referees without your explicit permission.

SNV carries out rigorous background and reference checks concerning possible safeguarding incidents for all candidates applying for International determined positions. As SNV participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, all reference checks include a request to past employers to fill in a questionnaire regarding Misconduct (sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment), the “Statement of Conduct". This Statement of Conduct adopts the definitions used in the Scheme.

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