Project Assistant - Generic

1. Purpose

CARE established its presence in Lebanon in 2006 and has been responding to the Syrian Crisis since late 2012. Among CARE’s key imperatives is putting people it serves first through implementing cutting edge programming in areas it operates. CARE currently carries out activities in Beirut, Mount Lebanon, Akkar, North Lebanon, South Lebanon, and the Beqaa Valley. CARE implements both emergency and development projects contributing to livelihood, food security, protection, gender, shelter, and water, sanitation and hygiene. It targets the most vulnerable people and populations, both host communities and refugees. Over the course of 7 years, it has supported over than half a million beneficiaries.

In Lebanon, CARE’s program strategy for the upcoming years will focus on strengthening and expanding its emergency response and capacity to provide basic assistance services while pursuing development projects in areas of food security and livelihood support, gender and protection. CARE intends to maintain its presence in all areas of Lebanon.

CARE Lebanon has scaled up rapidly over the past few years and today it has about 90 staff members, with more than 15 different local/international partner organizations. 90% of the team is composed of national staff, with a symbolic number of international members.

Agriculture Farmers Development and Livelihoods (AFDAL), is a project that is led by CARE and implemented in partnership with Fair Trade Lebanon (FTL), and Association for the Development of Rural Capacities (ADR). 

The primary goal of AFDAL's project intervention is to promote resilience, food security, productivity, and sustainability in the agricultural sector. This is achieved by combining technical skills with financial and market knowledge, in addition to personal development. Integrating these skills helps agriculture stakeholders: i) make informed decisions that maximize their profits, ii) develop robust risk management strategies that build resilience and long-term sustainability, iii) manage their personal and work-related relationships, and  iii) enhance productivity while preserving  natural resources.

From 2018 to 2019, in AFDAL I, the value chains targeted were: Honey, Olive oil, Pome Fruits, Aromatic Plants (herbs), and Dairy Products

From 2020 to 2021, in AFDAL II, the value chains targeted were: Small Ruminants (Goats &Sheep)

From 2022 to 2024, in AFDAL III, the value chains targeted were: Fruits, Vegetables and Grains Value chain. 

2. Reporting Lines

Project manager

3. Specific Duties and Responsibilities

1. Project Planning and Coordination:

• Assist in developing project goals, objectives, and work plans related to agriculture.

• Conduct research and gather data on relevant agricultural practices, policies, and regulations to inform project planning.

• Assist in identifying potential project beneficiaries and stakeholders in the agricultural sector.

• Collaborate with project team members to coordinate and monitor the progress of agriculture-related activities.

• Support the preparation of project reports, presentations, and documentation.

2. Agricultural Expertise:

• Provide technical expertise on agricultural best practices, including crop production, livestock management, and sustainable farming methods.

• Conduct field visits and assessments to identify current agricultural practices, challenges, and potential interventions.

• Assist in developing capacity-building activities related to agriculture for project beneficiaries.

• Support the implementation of training sessions and workshops on agriculture-related topics.

3. Teamwork and Capacity Building:

• Foster a positive team culture, promoting teamwork, collaboration, and innovation.

4. Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare timely and high-quality project reports, ensuring accurate and thorough documentation of project activities, outcomes, and impact.

• Collaborate with the Communication Department to share success stories, lessons learned, and case studies for knowledge sharing and dissemination.

5. Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Assist in designing monitoring and evaluation frameworks for agriculture-related project activities.

• Support the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data related to project indicators and impact measurement.

• Assist in conducting regular field visits to monitor agriculture-related interventions.

• Contribute to project evaluations to assess the effectiveness and impact of agricultural interventions.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES AS ASSIGNED BY LINE MANAGER

4. Qualifications / special skills or knowledge

a. Skills & knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, agribusiness, or related fields. Master's degree preferred.

• Strong knowledge of agricultural practices, farming techniques, and rural development.

• Familiarity with project management principles and tools.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

• Proficiency in data collection and analysis techniques.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software

b. Experience:

At least  0-1  years of relevant experience, especially at NGOs, academic organizations, standard-setting bodies, public agencies focused on Agriculture

c. Academic background:

Master’s degree in one or several of the following areas: Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related fields

d. Languages: English and/ or Arabic are the working language of CARE International in Lebanon.

Knowledge of other languages is an asset.

6. Other contract elements

Benefits: Social security/Health Insurance & Transport allowance.

The direct supervisor reserves the right to adapt this job description at any time during employment according to needs.

Any extension of this contract is dependent on performance review and funding availability.

PSEA and Save Guarding Child policy

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.