Food Security and Livelihood Specialist Consultant

Objectives

CARE International in Lebanon (CIL) is seeking a consultant to Lead the update and completion of the Livelihoods/ Economic Empowerment Strategy as well as support the Program Development Unit in proposals development related to this sector.

Deliverables & Timeline:

1 - Update and Complete the Livelihoods / Economic Empowerment Sector Strategy (a 2 years old draft is already in place) : February 2021

2- Lead the development of sector related proposals when needed : March 2021

Consultant Profile

• At least   5-10  years of relevant experience, especially at NGOs, academic organizations, standard-setting bodies, public agencies focused on Agricultural/Rural Development Programming; Food systems & Agricultural value chain intervention; SME Development and Entrepreneurship; Analytical Skills, Strategic Positioning and Business Development

• Master’s degree in one or several of the following areas: agronomics, rural economics, development studies, agriculture, etc.

Competencies

• Extensive experience interacting with and relating to gender professionals and international stakeholders at senior level.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong internal relationships and networks.
• Motivated self-starter who enjoys working in a collaborative and international environment

How to Apply

For individual consultants:

Please submit your technical and financial proposal to undertake the above activities by sending an email to recruitment@careliban.org . The Consultant should submit a detailed proposal with the following components:

a) Technical proposal to include:

• Maximum of six pages outlining the Consultants’ understanding of the TOR and the proposed methodology to conduct the assignment, including techniques and tools to be used;
• Copy of the CV;
• List of previous clients for similar jobs;
• Copy of newly issued judgmental record for nationals;
• Copy of ID or passport

b) Financial proposal detailing the following:

• Itemized consultant’s fees and costs - consultant should indicate professional daily rate or sessions rate including all cost to be invoiced to CARE
• Provide proof of Ministry of Finance of Lebanon registration (Fiscal number)

In case the consultant cannot provide proof of MOF registration, 7.5% will be deducted from the proposed daily rate.

Please take into consideration that under consultancy agreement, CARE will not provide any employees perks and benefits. The proposed daily rate should be inclusive of all cost.

PSEA and Child Safeguarding

CARE International in Lebanon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

CARE International in Lebanon and its employees and stakeholders abide by the CARE International Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) and Child Safeguarding Policies.