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Project Background
Horti-LIFE is funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands (EKN) and implemented by SNV-Ethiopia in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture. The aim is to increase the productivity and food safety in the horticultural sector by supporting smallholder farmers, rural SMEs and supporting institutions. The second phase of the project is (2019-2023).
The goal/purpose of the project is to Increase horticultural productivity via Farmers Field School (FFS) in 44 woreda’s across four regions; Support the Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) in establishing a specialised Horticultural Extension System; Train and equip Spray Service Providers (SSP) and Kebele Pesticide Advisors (KPA);Support MoA and the private sector to formalise SSPs/KPAs and to improve the pesticide regulations; Integrate smallholders in horticultural chains via grants to investors who support farmers by improving the access to inputs, services and markets
SNV Ethiopia is looking for dynamic, experienced, talented, energetic, flexible, open and ready to learn candidates for a cluster coordinator positions for Horti-LIFE Cluster coordinator for Weldia clusster in Amhara for its operation under Hortilife Project.
The project operates in clusters of 3 or 4 woreda’s. Each cluster has a Cluster Coordinator responsible for the planning, implementation and achievement of the project goals in his/her cluster of three woreda’s.
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EDUCATION
. A MSc degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field (horticulture, plant science, agricultural economics, agricultural extension . Solid knowledge on horticultural production; especially pest management . Sound knowledge of horticulture extension system . Familiar with gender concepts and mainstreaming . Familiar with national strategies, functioning of government/ public sector, private sector and farmers organizations . Project management and planning, analytical skills combined with a practical and pragmatic approach oriented towards lasting results |
Knowledge and experience with participatory techniques, coaching, networking, learning, alliance building and team building
EXPERIENCE
. A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in planning & implementation of agricultural/horticultural extension service and value chain development . Broad experience in capacity building, extension service, facilitation of multi-stakeholder processes, farmer organization strengthen, organizational learning, change processes, and strategy formulation |