Job Description

Agricultural Trainer

Number of positions: 2

Duration: 9 months

Location:  Essyan and Domiz 2 Camp

Deadline of submission: 25th August, 2022 

About Us

The Lotus Flower is a non-governmental organization which empowers vulnerable women and girls so that they are safe, have opportunities to learn, the tools to become financially independent and the freedom to lead change. We provide safe social spaces inside refugee camps and implement projects to help them rebuild their lives and earn a living. We run four women’s centers for the IDP, refugee and host community in Kurdistan 

Our programs are based around pillars from the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Goals:

·       Health & Safety

·       Education & Livelihoods

·       Peacebuilding & Human Rights

Our centers implement much-needed livelihood training, language courses, computer training, mental health support, fitness and health training, and awareness sessions and advocacy on women's rights and gender-based violence. 

We aim to provide the foundation for women to rebuild themselves, their families, and their futures. As local implementers, we work at the grassroots level to get right into the heart of communities, listening to local needs and employing local women to implement the programs. Our fundamental belief is that women and girls are powerful drivers of change, and we provide the support they need to reach their full potential and rebuild their futures.

Responsibilities

·       Assess farmer and other project beneficiaries training needs for crops.

·       Provide training for children and PSNs on agricultural skills and nutrition.

·       Prepare appropriate training schedules (weekly and monthly) considering the seasonal calendar.

·       Prepare attendance registers for every training session conducted.

·       Prepare farmer training reports.

·       Identify suitable areas for setting up demonstration plots in the targeted areas.

·       Request inputs and materials required for FFS and implementation of demonstration plots.

·       Submit weekly reports on monitoring activities, including challenges faced, proposed solutions, and lessons learned.

·       Contribute to the production of necessary training materials and other Information, education and counselling materials.

·       Follow up on activities on demonstration plots and ensure they are implemented in a timely way.

·       Data collection and reporting.

·       File, document and report work progress to the line manager including submitting of the training evaluation (pre-post test results).

·       Oversee training agenda and curriculum.

·       Report possible problems or conflicts during the activities.

·       Report on the use of materials and possible improvement. 

Required Qualifications

·       Advanced degree in agricultural development, Masters degree preferable

·       Application of good agricultural practices and integrated farming techniques in cereal and horticulture.

·       Climate smart agriculture techniques

·       Experience in training methods and developing and initiating new agricultural enterprises of at least 3 years.

·       Previous experience in business coaching mentoring.

Skills and Competencies

·       Office and correspondence.

·       Knowledge in the following fields: Economic development / business management, training methods, agricultural studies, humanitarian principles, sphere standards.

·       Knowledge of the characteristics and prerequisites of a successful business loan proposal.

·       Knowledge of the local agronomy situation, needs and gaps.

·       Coaching Skills.

·       Effective communication skills.

·       Arabic language.

·       Good level of English language, both written and spoken.

·       Ability to multitask.

·       Positive attitude at all times.

·       Reporting capacity organized and rigorous, hard worker availability/learning capacity.

·       Ability to work in a team.

·       Interpersonal qualities and diplomacy.

·       Flexible with respect to job priority.

·       Ability to develop basic business plans, marketing plans, financial strategies, and business loan proposals.

·       Record maintenance skills.

·       Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.

·       Agree with the principles and objectives of the Lotus Flower.

·       Work flexibly and independently, without direct supervision from the line manager.

How to apply

·       Please send your updated CV and cover letter to careers@thelotusflower.org while

mentioning “Agricultural Trainer“ as the subject of your email.

·       CVs and cover letters that are in the form of pictures, and screenshots will not be

accepted.

·       CVs that do not include the subject line will not be considered.

·       Due to the volume of applications only successful candidates will be contacted.