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Basic Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, agriculture, agroforestry, or a related field.

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in project support; fresh graduates may be considered for the role.

• Experience in agroforestry, livelihoods, extension services, or related fields, preferably within an NGO setting.

• Experience in participatory action planning and community engagement.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Experience monitoring projects and collecting relevant data preferred.

• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in community-based project implementation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in MS Windows and MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Strong observation, active listening, and analytical skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgment.

• Effective relationship management skills and ability to work collaboratively with local partners, stakeholders, and community members.

• High attention to detail, with strong accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities.

• Proactive, results-oriented, and service-oriented approach to work.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

Required Languages: Excellent command of written and spoken English required knowledge of local languages from districts where RESAf is implemented an advantage.

Travel: Must be willing and able to travel up to 50% in the CRS field location.

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

• Personal Accountability—consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.

• Acts with Integrity—consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. Is considered honest.

• Builds and Maintains Trust—shows consistency between words and actions.

• Collaborates with Others—works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.

• Open to Learn—seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

Agency Leadership Competencies:

• Lead Change—continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.

• Develops and Recognizes Others—builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.

• Strategic Mindset—understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team principles.

Key Working Relationships:

Supervisory Responsibilities: Will oversee coordination of Community Based Facilitators.

Internal: Project Management Team and other CRS staff.

External: Partner staff, staff from other peer agencies.

“Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.”