Program Manager, Agriculture/Livestock

Darfur, N. Sudan - Are you ready for the hardest job you will ever love? Are you ready to make a demonstrable difference in the lives of the vulnerable and hurting people of Darfur? Has God been preparing you for just this opportunity to serve Him? If you answered yes to these questions, read on!

In this position, the Program Manager manages the Samaritan’s Purse, Darfur Agriculture/Livestock project in Sudan. This crucial position will supervise and provide leadership for this large and important program.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Overall management of Samaritan’s Purse, Darfur Agriculture/Livestock project implementation within given budgets and timeframes
• Responsible for project development per overall program goals
• Provide management with documentation of program achievement
• Lead and Coordinate activities of the program which can be supported by UN agencies, USAID and internal fund
• Design/ develop projects on food security development and recovery based on the need gap
• Introduce and implement appropriate improved agricultural technologies to enhance food security of the community
• Reporting of agricultural program to all relevant parties
• Design agricultural training curriculum Responsible for the establishment of community training centers
• Develop and maintain liaison with target communities, respective government office, UN agencies, International and local NGO
• Manage strategic relations with NGO, Ministry of Agriculture, and other government agricultural personnel
• Overseeing the implementation of fuel-efficient cook stove program
• Oversee program’s financial aspects, including budget, cost control and implementation
• Coordinate recruitment of agriculture staff for the program implementation. Recruit and manage agricultural personnel in an IDP camp setting and train farmers in various cropping techniques
• Conduct capacity building for program staff and training for farmers
• Must demonstrate a strong Christian faith and a willingness to remain in remote locations up to eight week at a time

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in related field or one to two years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to speak or quickly learn Arabic, preferred
• Field-level agricultural experience, knowledge of organic system and low technology of drip irrigation system
• Able to be diplomatic in communications with all NGO, governmental and community partners
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in an ever changing environment
• Must be culturally sensitive and respectful of church leaders from all denominations
• Familiarity with CODAN radio systems and backup communications
• Proven ability to act as mediator with possible labor or personnel disputes



Length of contract: 12 months
Open until filled
Target date to the field: Jan 2010 or sooner
**Security concerns for this location dictate that applicants with minor children not be considered for employment in this position