Agricultural Engineer Assistant

Anera Background:

Since 1968, Anera has helped refugees and others hurt by conflicts in Palestine, Lebanon and Jordan live with purpose and hope.

Anera, which has no political or religious affiliation, works on the ground with partners in Palestine (West Bank and Gaza), Lebanon and Jordan. We mobilize resources for immediate emergency relief and for sustainable, long-term health, education, and economic development. Our staff serve in their communities, navigating the politics that constrict progress to get help where it’s needed most.

That’s how Anera received more than $219 million in support of programs in 2024 alone, and it’s how we will keep building better lives until hope finds its way in the Middle East.

Objective of the Service

The Assistant Agricultural Engineer plays a vital role in supporting the planning, implementation, and monitoring of Anera’s agriculture interventions across Lebanon. Working under the direct supervision of the Agriculture Lead, the Assistant Agricultural Engineer provides technical expertise in rooftop gardening, greenhouse rehabilitation/installation, crop production, and household-level agricultural practices. The role combines field support with technical advisory functions to ensure sustainable, efficient, and productive agricultural outcomes for Palestinian communities and Lebanese farmers

Scope of Service

Under the Economic Development Department, Anera’s agriculture activities fall under two main components: Installation of Sustainable Rooftop Gardens and Greenhouse Installation / Rehabilitation. The Sustainable Rooftop Gardens project aims to empower and support the livelihood of heads of households by providing them with rooftop gardens and capacity building for successful harvests; and the Greenhouse Installation / Rehabilitation project aims to empower farmers by providing them with supplies, input and capacity building for their harvest.

Project implementation is in the Bekaa Area.

Key Deliverables

• Provide technical support in the design, installation, and maintenance of rooftop gardens and greenhouses.
• Advise households and farmers on best agricultural practices, including irrigation systems, pest and disease management, soil health, and crop diversification.
• Conduct field assessments and assist in mapping, selection, and eligibility verification of households and farmers.
• Deliver technical training sessions and capacity building for beneficiaries on agricultural practices, sustainable production, and post-harvest handling.
• Lead monitoring and coaching visits to households and farmers, documenting progress, identifying challenges, and proposing technical solutions.
• Support volunteers in fieldwork, including data collection, distribution of inputs, and follow- up activities.
• Ensure accurate collection, analysis, and reporting of agricultural and technical data from field visits.
• Support in project communication and visibility activities through documentation of success stories and technical inputs.
• Coordinate with community leaders, municipalities, and stakeholders on agricultural interventions.
• Prepare weekly/monthly technical reports, highlighting achievements, lessons learned, and recommendations.
• Attend meetings as required by project
• Lead focus group discussions as required by project
• Submit weekly/monthly reports as required by project

Timeframe and Reporting

• The Assistant Agricultural Engineer will be contracted for an initial period of 12 months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and project needs.
• The position requiring availability during regular working hours, with flexibility for occasional evening or weekend field visits depending on project activities and community needs.  
• Fieldwork will be primarily conducted in the Bekaa region, with travel as required to other project sites.
• The Assistant Agricultural Engineer will work under the direct supervision of the Agriculture lead.
• The position will report administratively to the Economic Development Department.
• All technical and progress reports will be submitted to the Agriculture lead, who will consolidate and share with the Economic Development Department.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering (or equivalent).
• At least 1–2 years of relevant experience in agriculture projects, preferably with NGOs or community-based interventions.
• Strong technical knowledge in crop production, irrigation systems, soil fertility, integrated pest management, and greenhouse systems.
• Good communication and facilitation skills, especially in delivering training to farmers and households.
• Proven ability to work with communities and coordinate with local actors.
• Strong organizational and reporting skills.
• Residing in Bekaa region.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Anera strives to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, creed, political or national views or background, ethnicity, religion, age, handicap, sex, or any other factor unrelated to ability to perform the required work. Anera does give strong preference in employing Lebanese, Palestinian, or other resident Arab nationals (other than for the

country director position and internships). In all cases, recruitment decisions are first and foremost based on merit and qualifications. Anera holds local project institutions to the same standards.

Code of Conduct

Anera is committed to conducting its operations with the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and professionalism across all contexts in which we work. We strive to deliver high-quality services and maintain a reputation built on fairness, respect, responsibility, and sound judgment. All employees, managers, officers, and representatives are expected to uphold these standards at all times and act per their duty of loyalty to Anera. No individual may misrepresent the organization or speak on its behalf without proper authorization. Confidential and sensitive information—including financial data, strategic plans, or information related to partners and beneficiaries—must be handled with the utmost discretion and only shared on a need-to-know basis, in line with Anera’s confidentiality and privacy policies. Any violation of the Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination. The level of disciplinary response may take into account whether the violation was self-reported and whether the individual cooperated in the investigation process.

Our values:

We are inspired: We are committed to energize, engage, and motivate others to forge the best outcomes for the diverse communities we serve.

We are people-centric: We are respectful and empathetic. We believe that each person, no matter their circumstances, embodies promise and has the power to shape the lives of their community and world. We are collaborative: Teamwork and collaborative action are at the heart of how we do our work and deliver results.

We are versatile: In a region burdened by obstacles, we make the right connections to find a way and bring can-do, innovative approaches to everything we do.

We are impactful: We make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve by delivering impactful solutions at the local community level.

We are accountable: Our words, actions and results stay true to our mission and values.