Field Officer at DUHAMIC-ADRI

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

DUHAMIC-ADRI in partnership with TROCAIRE secured fund from the Scottish Government (SG) to implement the 3 years’ project namely “Climate Just communities (CJC)’’. The purpose of the 3-year Scottish Government funded CJC Programme is to implement effective climate justice interventions focusing on community voice and needs, prioritizing marginalized communities, women, and people with disabilities, and considering the Scottish Government’s pillars of climate justice. The CJC Programme will be “of” and “for” the community: communities will be engaged in a participatory, culturally sensitive manner to identify climate-change-related needs (in their own terms) then design interventions (owned by them) to respond. DUHAMIC-ADRI will implement this project in Ngororero and Gisagara districts. It is in this regards that DUHAMIC-ADRI would like to recruit one (1) qualified Field Officer who will be based in one of above-mentioned districts. The Net salary for the Field Officer is 621,713 RWF.

Job Location: Gisagara or Ngororero district.

Report to: Project coordinator.

Type of contract: One-year renewable based on performance.

Major responsibilities for the Field Officer:

• Implement project activities in alignment with the project's objectives and strategies, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgetary constraints.
• Implement the activities of forests restoration, terracing, creation of anti-erosive ditches, cook stoves distribution, etc.
• Act as a liaison between the project team and the community, building trust and fostering meaningful relationships.
• Engage with community members to understand their needs, concerns, and priorities regarding climate justice.
• Collaborate with local authorities, CJC consortium members, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), community leaders, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure a coordinated approach to project implementation.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, workshops, and other forums for dialogue and collaboration.

• Provide training and capacity-building support to community members, empowering them to actively participate in project activities and decision-making processes.
• Collect, organize, and analyze data related to climate change vulnerabilities, community needs, and project outcomes.
• Raise awareness about climate change issues, emphasizing the importance of equity, inclusivity, and community resilience.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitor project activities and conduct regular evaluations to assess the impact of project interventions and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare timely and comprehensive reports for project funders, stakeholders, and other relevant parties.
• Ensure inclusivity and representation of marginalized groups, including women, youth, indigenous communities, and other vulnerable populations.
• Remain flexible and adaptable in response to changing circumstances, including evolving climate dynamics and community needs.
• Explore innovative approaches and technologies to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of project interventions.
• Work closely with other project staff, including project managers, technical experts, and administrative personnel, to ensure seamless coordination and integration of activities across different project components.

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

• DUHAMIC-ADRI is committed to preventing all unwanted behavior at work. This includes sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, and child abuse. We expect everyone who works for us to share this commitment by understanding and working within DUHAMIC-ADRI Safeguarding Policy and related framework.
• DUHAMIC-ADRI has a zero-tolerance approach to any harm to, or exploitation of any person or child by any of our staff, or partners. DUHAMIC-ADRI reserves the right to seek information/investigation from job applicants’ current and/or previous employers about incidents of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment the applicant may have been found guilty to have committed or about which an investigation was in the process of being carried out at the time of the termination of the applicant’s employment with that employer;
• We participate in the investigation of Misconduct Disclosure Scheme and will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, child abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
• At any time, DUHAMIC-ADRI has the rights to check whether your organization complies with the safeguarding and protection procedures and take an appropriate action.”
• By submitting the application, the job applicants confirm that they have no objection to DUHAMIC-ADRI requesting the information specified above. 

By applying to this position, I understand and acknowledge that DUHAMIC-ADRI treat all people with dignity and respect and takes a zero tolerance on harassment, harm, sexual- (all forms of abuse), exploitation, child labor, and human trafficking and any other conduct that is discriminatory or disrespectful to others and case should be reported. DUHAMIC-ADRI didn’t tolerate any form of corruption.

Interested candidates shall fulfill the following conditions, qualification and skills:

• Having a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Soil and water management, Agriculture, and other related field;
• Having management skills with the ability of prioritization;
• Having a minimum experience of at least 3 years of working in climate related projects, forests rehabilitation, land restoration, marshlands rehabilitation, terracing, soil erosion control;
• Having a strong and proven oral and written communication skills in English;
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft word, Advanced excel, power point;
• Having a maximum age of 40 years old;
• Having a valid driving License (Class A);
• Be available and ready to start immediately with mid-May, 2024;

Female and people with disabilities, fulfilling required conditions and qualifications, are encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates will send their applications which includes a motivational letter, detailed CV, copy of degree(s) and relevant certificates, copy of Driving License, Copy of ID to the following email address: recruitment@duhamic.org.rw no later than Friday May, 03rd, 2024 at 5:00pm.

Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for exams.

Done at Kigali, April 26^th, 2024

BENINEZA Innocent

Executive Secretary