Action contre la Faim (Action Against Hunger)
DUE: 05 JUL 2024
Created in 1979, Action contre la Faim is a non-governmental organization that fights against hunger. Its charter of humanitarian principles – independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, free and direct access to victims, professionalism, and transparency – has been part of its identity for more than 40 years. Its mission is to save lives by eliminating hunger through the prevention, detection and treatment of under-nutrition, particularly during and after emergency situations linked to conflicts or natural disasters. Action contre la Faim focuses its actions on 5 main areas of expertise: Nutrition and Health – Mental Health and Care Practices, Gender and Protection – Food Security and Livelihoods – Water, Sanitation and Hygiene – Advocacy. In 2018, Action contre la Faim provided aid to 21 million people in more than 50 countries worldwide.
Country: Zimbabwe
ACF has been working in Zimbabwe since 2002 and over the years, has been a key humanitarian actor in the country. Since 2015, ACF has adopted an intervention strategy focused on localization and capacity
development through partnerships, in particular with two national organizations, NAZ (Nutrition Action
Zimbabwe) and AA (Africa AHEAD). ACF has increased the size of its mission in the course of last year to
adequately respond to the rising humanitarian needs.
JOB ADVERT
Food Security & Livelihoods Deputy Program Manager
Responsibilities:
Mission 1: Contribute to deliberations on strategy and the positioning in the FSL department.
Ongoing, systematic and thorough analysis of the humanitarian situation in respect of FSL and of the context of intervention in his/her field of activity.
Internal dissemination of information gathered and its analysis.
Taking part in the determination of strategy in his/her area of activity and sectoral strategy at national level, together with ACF Programs team.
Participating, as and when necessary, in the development of the FSL section of the emergency response
plan in his/her area of activity.
Mission 2: Support design, implementation, monitoring and reporting of FSL projects.
Setting up of the Cash program(s) taking into account the logical framework of the program(s), work plan, the budget, and the logistical and administrative processes of ACF.
Lead on field implementation of BHA and Start Network activities. Preparing in time to meet deadlines
the FSL components of external and internal reports relating to his/her projects.
Provide technical advice and backstopping to implementing partners in cash programming and FSL
interventions, as per demand.
Internal APR monitoring tools review, regular presence in the field, maintenance of implementation
tracker, monthly review of the budget.
Mission 3: Participate in the coordination, representation and partnerships of ACF in his/her area of
intervention
Coordination of activities with other sectors and departments of ACF in order to ensure rational use of
resources and optimum integration.
Participation in sector-specific and sector-related working groups, coordination fora, expert networks, etc
Participation in joint monitoring visits with project partners.
Representing ACF and ensuring coordination with partners or the authorities.
Mission 4: Compliance to the ACF Values & Principles, Gender equality, Child protection and
Safeguarding policies.
Ensuring compliance and exhibiting ACF Values i.e; Helping people in need, No-discrimination,
Transparency, Neutrality, Independence, and Professionalism.
Read and ensure a full understanding of ACFs Gender, Child Protection and other safeguarding policies
Implement all work related activities with a gender, inclusion and child protection lens Help build an
inclusive office environment where people do not feel disadvantaged or judged according to their gender
or limited due to manageable disability.
Experience.
Degree in FSL related studies e.g. agriculture, natural resource management, food security and
livelihoods.
Master’s Degree in Food Security and Livelihoods or Agriculture program.
5 to 8 years’ work experience in of food security and livelihoods development work.
Previous experience managing cash based interventions/cash transfer programming experience is a key
requirement.
Required skills.
Professional, motivated, open, creative, mature, responsible, flexible and, culturally sensitive.
Excellent team, budget and project management and representation competencies.
Willing and able to be based and travel regularly within remote areas, where services are limited.
Commitment to ACF mission, values and policy.
Good knowledge of implementing projects
Capacity to write high quality reports
TO APPLY
Interested and qualified applicants can forward cover letters with up-to-date detailed CVs showing three referees and clearly indicate the post being applied for in the email subject to
recruitment@zw-actionagainsthunger.org not later than the 5th of July 2024 at close of business.
Fill in an application form using the link below,
https://forms.gle/mLsV7QF1jxpXwBRr5
Action against Hunger is committed to the prevention of risks related to abuse, sexual exploitation and the promotion of gender equality and its diversity. The recruitment process is free of charge; no compensation of any form shall be requested from a candidate. Action Against Hunger reflects its major policies and its charter through professionalism and impartiality. If you observe behavior contrary to these values during this process, please report it to the appropriate teams. All persons hired by Action Against Hunger will be subject to background checks including anti-terrorism while respecting the rights of employees and the confidentiality of personal data.
