Purpose of the position:

To implement the Area Programme technical project models, to improve child wellbeing, ILaNs according to standards, donor requirements and the needs and expectations of communities and local partners.

Major Responsibilities:

·         Plan, implement and monitor activities in partnership with communities, local government and partners in the approved yearly plans as per the assigned Technical Project.

·         Assure that sponsorship is fully integrated into the planning, implementation and monitoring systems of the  TP plan

·         Monitor an assigned portfolio of registered children as per the sponsorship standards in coordination with a group of volunteers and AP institutions.

·         Support the capacity development of volunteers and institutions to manage RC communications and programme mobilization.

·         Represent world vision’s core values, mission, vision and strategy with communities, local partners and local government.

·         Assure that relevant cross cutting themes (child protection, HEA, gender, disability, and environment) are integrated into the TPs implementation.

·         Produce and submit reports to the AP manager and/or AP MEAL officer as per the standards of the AP and LEAP.

·         Contribute to the development of new projects and activities to be implemented as part of the TP.

·         Carry out any other duties as instructed by the AP manager.

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

 Required Professional Experience:

·         3 years of experience in relevant field, community rural development,

·         Other NGO experience is preferred.

Qualification required:

·         Agriculture, Rural development and related field.

Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications

·         MA in, Agriculture, Rural Development, Development studies and other relevant fields with experience 2 year and above in food security and livelihood sectors.

Technical Skills & Abilities:

·         Basic computer skills in Windows, Ms Excel, Word, publisher and power point.

·         Proven negotiation skills,

·         Fluent writing and spoken English.

·         Other:  Good knowledge in WV DPA & sponsorship programs is preferred

Working Environment / Conditions:

§  Office based with travel to the field

Travel: Up to 80% travel.