Food Security & Livelihood Activity Manager

Mission / Objective


The FSL activity manager is in charge of carrying out and accomplishing the objectives as defined in the operation proposals.
He/she is responsible for the supervision of the operational teams assigned the FSL activity.
He/she must ensure that the FSL activity are well executed and deliver quality results, where appropriate, proposes adjustments or developments to ensure relevance.


List of Main Tasks

Diagnostics and project conception:


Participate in the preparation and implementation of diagnostics
Conduct food security and livelihoods assessments (market assessments, feasibility studies, etc.) adapted to the Northeast context.
Participate in the design and the financial dimension of the human and logistical programs to implement
Prepare the appendixes and technical chapters (of logical framework) of operation proposals ensuring alignment with the Nigeria Humanitarian Response Plan (HRP), FSL sector strategy, and relevant donor priorities
Implement the activities in compliance with the annual operational strategy, SOLIDARITES International’s technical requirements and the donors criteria
Participate in the development of the FSL team’s capacity in regard to techniques or new methodologies


Implementation and operational follow-up:


Plan the FSL activity(ies) with the support department (Administration, logistics) according to the set objectives
Assess the relevance of activities, the effectiveness of interventions, and their appropriateness in light of changing circumstances and the needs of populations
Propose adjustments to programs if necessary
Lead FSL and FSL-related cash interventions (cash for nutrition, etc.) in line with standards and working groups guidelines
Make sure the objectives for the activity(ies) under his/her responsibility are achieved
Do frequent visits to the different sub-bases where SI conducts FSL activities with overnight stays.
Suggest and implement monitoring indicators for the FSL activity(ies) and context
Use the SI management and monitoring tools for the activities, results and context
Plan and supervise the implementation of the FSL activity(ies) under his/her responsibility
Anticipate difficulties in the carrying out of the FSL activity(ies) and facilitate problem solving
Suggest new FSL activity directions in accordance with context and indicators
In cooperation with the administrative department, help draw up budgets for his/her activity(ies), budget follow up and proposal budgets for the program parts
Prepare Procurement Requests (PL) and follow orders using the logistics service
Report the state of decentralized inventory to the logistics department (“field” inventory)
Ensure interventions are gender and conflict-sensitive


Capitalization:


Write the capitalization documents in accordance with SI tools including lessons learnt
Prepare handover reports before the end of his/her employment contract and forward them to concerned parties in the mission and at headquarters
Ensure diffusion of SI technical documentation


HRM:


Recruit the national technical staff for his/her activity(ies)
With the administrative department, define the prerequisites for the FSL vacant positions and, if necessary, adapt the referent job profile.
Welcome and brief new employees or volunteers working under his/her responsibility
Capacity building: Implement training activities in accordance with FSL operational requirements and the identified training needs.
Serve as intermediary between team leaders
Manage and support the team under his/her responsibility
Conduct workshops and regular or ad hoc meetings
Evaluate the performance of the members of his/her team(s)
Identify team members’ potential for advancement and communicate this information to the program manager/desk HR Referent
Make sure his/her team(s) follow the safety rules


Reporting/communication/representation:


Share with the appropriate authority any information on the security context and any event which may have consequences on SI activities and team safety
Ensure compliance with humanitarian principles and community acceptance strategies.Write regular reports concerning the progress of the activity(ies) under his/her responsibility
Write reports and annexes concerning his/her activity(ies) for donor reports and/or amendment
Ensure compliance with reporting deadlines and guidelines
Communicate with team leaders concerning the progress and results of their activity(ies)
Maintain a local operational communication network and positive relations with the local/governmental authorities, donor representatives, UN and other international agencies in cooperation with the program manager and Program Coordinator
Represent Solidarités International in meetings or forums concerning the FSL activities within his employment location
Represent SI on request and/or delegation including participation in FSL working group and relevant technical meetings at field level
Contribute data and inputs to the 5Ws and HRP reporting mechanisms in close collaboration with the FSL Coordinator.
Respond to the requirements of Headquarters concerning specific needs
Write the administrative documents to be signed (MOU, handover…) jointly with governmental authorities, communities or partners


Requirements


Education: University Degree in any following field: Agriculture, Rural development, Agro-business.
Experience: At least 4 years in project/program/activity management in development or humanitarian FSL sector.
Experience in cash, nutrition, economic or farming recovery activities is a strong asset
Soft Skills: Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work independently. Ability to manage teams and coordinate activities.
Computer Skills: Good competencies in computer using (Package Microsoft, Redrose platform, Kobo). Languages: English, local languages (compulsory)