Project Officer – Water Agriculture Infrastructure

 Assist the Team Leader to ensure the overall technical and administrative management of the Programme.  Assist in the technical formulation of Terms of Reference (ToR)/Technical Specifications for call for proposals and call for tenders specifically related to irrigation systems and agricultural practices.  Assist and support the management of Field Support Units (FSUs) of the Programme in coordination with the PMU.  Assist the Team Leader to ensure the timely preparation of all technical and financial information and 1 Provisional date.  Assist the Team Leader to formulate in a timely manner narrative, financial reports, and all other technical documents of the Programme.  Support to implement, monitor and assess on the progress of Action contracts (even in the intervention areas) based on the Organisation regulations.  Assist and support in facilitating external evaluation (e.g.: mid-term and final review) and audit missions (internal and external).  Support the implementation of the Communication and Visibility plan.  Promote the communication and information activities according to EU’s guidelines and all the events related to the Programme.  Carrying out any other duties and activities requested by the Team Leader of the Programme and according to the needs of the PMU. Requirements - advanced university degree in Civil Engineering specialized in Hydraulics - Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience working in the field of infrastructures for agriculture, rural development, food security, irrigation in the framework of development programmes. - Solid experience in food security, Good Agriculture Practices (GAPs), irrigation systems and infrastructures. - Previous experience in effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders, government, donors, and implementing partners. - Proficient in using computers including Microsoft Office programs, spreadsheet, email (outlook) and internet.