Livelihoods Officer – Agriculture Project

About the role

The Livelihoods Officer will lead the implementation of agricultural livelihood activities in a designated district, working with vulnerable communities to improve food security and income. The role combines field supervision, coordination with local authorities, and monitoring to ensure project sustainability.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, execute and monitor project activities aimed at improving agricultural production and resilience.
• Supervise smallholder farmers, deliver training, distribute inputs and support the formation of farmer groups.
• Coordinate with district agriculture services, government authorities and partner organisations to align efforts.
• Collect and analyse project data with the MEAL team, identify gaps and propose technical assistance.
• Represent the project at community, district and provincial meetings and ensure clear communication of results.
• Establish feedback mechanisms and support the transition of project ownership to local government.

Required profile

• Minimum five years of experience in agricultural or livelihood projects.
• Proven management, supervisory and capacity‑building abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and cross‑cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to work independently under pressure and prioritize workload.
• Fluency in English; Portuguese is an advantage.

Required skills

• Strong project planning and monitoring skills.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities.
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and partnership building.