FIELD AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERS

The Rene Moawad Foundation is looking for Field Agricultural Engineers for the districts of Bekaa, North, and South to work on its new agricultural project.

Project Overview:

RMF aims through the "strengthening exports of fruits and vegetables from Lebanon to European and regional markets" project to strengthen specific value chains crops by supporting major actors across the value chain including farmers, service providers, aggregators, exporters, public and private institutions and academia in improving their capacities and providing them with best practices, new technologies, tools and equipment to enhance the value chain to meet export requirements and enabling environment and ultimately enhancing economic advancement.

Major Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Area Coordinator (SAC), the field agricultural engineer will support in the implementation of the project activities as stipulated in the work-plan and ensure quality deliverables at all levels. Moreover, she/he will be following upon the day-to-day field activities related to the different beneficiaries, contributing towards the creation of the capacity building programs, monitoring agricultural practices at the designated areas of intervention, and ensuring transparent processes and strong relationships with the different actors and stakeholders.

Scope of work:

In the course of the execution phase of the project, the field agricultural engineer will:

• Support the SAC to implement, and monitor activities to meet project deliverables based in line with the project work plan.
• Support in the development and implementation of the monitor procedures & templates.
• Monitor and control the different agricultural activities from capacity building to technical consultancy with the different beneficiaries and their corresponding stakeholders.
• Conduct regular field visits to the projects location to ensure proper flow of work and smooth implementation.
• Assist and accompany the different experts during their visits and ensure data collection procedures.
• Troubleshoot any problems encountered at the field level or with other staff members and report directly to the SAC.
• Participate in team planning and coordination meetings and trainings.
• Assist in filing and record keeping of project and contributing to monthly reports and other ad hoc reports to meet donor and internal requirements.
• Other assigned tasks, as necessary.

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture.
• At least 3 years of experience.
• Prior similar experience and responsibilities is a plus
• Familiarity with the agricultural sector especially Orchards and Vineyards
• Knowledge about crop diseases and identification is a plus.
• Knowledge in GAP procedures is a plus.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English languages, both written and verbal
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint