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CARE International in Ghana is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of a Project Facilitator for PATHWAYS MACF. The Pathways initiative in Ghana is part of CARE USA Pathways program that seeks to empower poor women smallholder farmers through their more productive and equitable engagement in Agriculture.  The ‘Pathways to Secure and Resilient Livelihoods project will work with smallholder farmers, especially women, from poor households to reduce their vulnerability and susceptibility to natural disasters and increase their resilience in the face of climate change.

JOB SUMMARY

The project facilitator for the Pathways to Secure and Resilient Livelihood project will facilitate the implementation of project activities in the Garu Tempane District.  His/Her primary responsibility will be to facilitate the implementation of value chain development activities for Soybean and Groundnuts making use of tested CARE models such as VSLA, CBEAs, CBLA and other appropriate models aimed at providing  economic opportunity for women. S/he will support in the implementation of work plans developed with communities and stakeholders and ensure the field implementation of project activities.

The position is based in Garu Tempane district but will be required to travel from time to time to Tamale for work.

Key Responsibilities

•   Mobilise communities for the implementation of the Project using Farmer field Business Schools (FFBS) as a major platform for capacity building.
•   Organize community meetings to sensitize communities on the project.
•   Support in assessing and selecting VSLAs to participate in Project activities.
•   Build capacity of Community based trainers and women smallholders using the Farmer Field and Business School (FFBS) to understand climate risks of target communities and  the appropriate adaptation strategies.
•   Facilitate the adoption and uptake of improved resilience, agriculture, market engagement and gender practices using the Participatory Performance Tracker (PPT) tool.
•   Facilitate capacity building programmes for various groups the project is working with i.e producer groups, marketing committees, male gender champions etc.
•   Mobilise community leaders and existing institutions such as Traditional Authorities (TA) to provide the requisite support for implementation of project activities.
•   Strengthen relationship and linkages between key stakeholders in the Soybean and Groundnut Value Chains.
•   Support Project Officer in strengthening relations between value chain stakeholders in the pilot areas and in creating safe space for dialogue between stakeholders such as producers, aggregators, input dealer, marketers, tillage service providers, extension service providers.
•   Provide specific technical advice, training and extension in some of the following: farming systems development; off-farm and marketing activities, linkages, local institutional development
•   Collaborate with Communities and the team to plan, implement, monitor and evaluate project activities, so as to ensure the effective and efficient achievement of project objectives.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum qualification of a first degree in a relevant discipline such as Agriculture, horticulture, agronomy, agric extension and training with an understanding and experience in the other
•   At least 3 years of relevant working experience, including field practical experience in working with rural communities and women groups.
•   Strong experience and knowledge of PLA tools and training methodologies, community mobilization
•   Proven experience and understanding of nutrition  and food security issues linked to reproductive health and child malnutrition
•   Experience of working with partners is key to this position
•   Proven and demonstrable facilitation skills, negotiation skills and networking skills including facilitating change, innovation and initiating action
•   Commitment to and understanding of a process and livelihood approach to development
•   Excellent professionalism, relationship building and communication skills
•   Adherence to CARE’s core values and competencies (RICED)
•   Excellent communication skills and fluent spoken English
•   Computer skills that must include Microsoft Office and Excel

Location: Garu Tempane

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs to the HR Officer, CARE International in Ghana or electronically to:-

hr.ghana@co.care.org

Closing Date: 02 April, 2015

•   PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.
•   Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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