Project Officer - AgrEcoNUS+

• →Organize and lead assigned project activities in line with the detailed implementation plan, CRS program quality principles and standards, donor requirements, and recognized good practices.
• →Provide training, technical guidance, and advisory support on NUS crop systems through demonstration fields and farmer field schools.
• →Support the establishment and strengthening of community seed banks and local seed systems.
• →Support civil society actors and networks to engage with relevant authorities on the development and/or revision of policies and regulations for farmer-managed seed systems.
• →Promote structured information exchange, learning, and knowledge sharing among project actors and across countries.
• →Advocate for actions that promote NUS as part of sustainable food systems at national and regional levels.
• →Promote consumer awareness and trust in NUS and agroecological products, and ensure complete documentation of assigned project activities in line with agency and donor requirements.
• →Support the preparation of annual reports and the documentation of case studies, success stories, and promising practices.

Required Languages - Proficient in English Language. 

Travel - Must be willing and able to travel up to 25% of her/his time. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• →Proficient in using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• →Observation, active listening and analysis skills with ability to make sound judgment
• →Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners and community members
• →Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities
• →Proactive, results-oriented and service-oriented

• Experience monitoring projects and collecting relevant data preferred.
• Experience in participatory action planning and community engagement.

• Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Environmental Science, Development studies or Social Sciences required. Master’s degree in agriculture (Economics, Extension, Agribusiness), Natural Resource Management or in the social sciences would be a plus. 
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in project support or in the field of Agriculture, Climate change projects in NGO settings.

• 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.

• 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 priorities.