Agronomist
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JOB DESCRIPTION PROJECT Integrated Shelter, Food Security and Livelihoods Support for Safe, Dignified and Sustainable Return in Abul Thohur (Idleb) and Madiq Castle (Hama) DUTY STA
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JOB DESCRIPTION PROJECT Integrated Shelter, Food Security and Livelihoods Support for Safe, Dignified and Sustainable Return in Abul Thohur (Idleb) and Madiq Castle (Hama) DUTY STATION Idlib, Syria, with regular field visits to Madiq Castle, Hama Governorate, and other project locations as required ABOUT THE PROJECT IHH is implementing an integrated humanitarian and early-recovery project funded by the OCHA Syria Humanitarian Fund (SHF), supporting safe, dignified and sustainable return in Abul Thohur, Idleb Governorate, and Madiq Castle, Hama Governorate. The project combines shelter rehabilitation, winterization and Core NFI assistance, cash assistance for food, bakery rehabilitation and subsidized bread provision, and agricultural and irrigation-related interventions. The agricultural component focuses on supporting wheat farmers and improving access to irrigation water through community-level rehabilitation and coordination. JOB SUMMARY IHH is seeking two qualified and motivated Agronomists to support the planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of agricultural and livelihood activities under the project, with a particular focus on supporting wheat farmers in Madiq Castle, Hama Governorate. The Agronomists will work closely with the FSAL Project Officer, Field Engineer, Field Assistants and MEAL team, as well as farmers, community representatives, relevant agricultural authorities and other stakeholders. They will provide agricultural technical guidance, support beneficiary assessment and verification, follow up on agricultural inputs and activities, and contribute to coordination around irrigation-related interventions. The role focuses on agricultural and farmer-support expertise. Engineering designs, Bills of Quantities (BoQs), construction specifications and technical supervision of civil works remain the responsibility of the Field Engineer and other qualified engineering staff. Agricultural Activity Implementation and Farmer Support Support the planning and implementation of agricultural and livelihood activities in line with the approved project proposal, work plan, targets and technical guidance. Conduct field visits and consultations with wheat farmers to understand agricultural needs, production constraints, seasonal priorities and access to irrigation water. Provide practical technical guidance to farmers on appropriate agricultural practices, crop management, input use and other relevant measures to support wheat production, with
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Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy or another closely related discipline. At least two years of relevant professional experience in agricultural activities, farmer support, agricultural extension, food security or livelihoods programming. Practical understanding of crop production and agricultural practices relevant to wheat farming and rural livelihoods. Experience conducting field visits, engaging with farmers, collecting information and documenting agricultural needs or activity progress. Ability to communicate technical information clearly and respectfully to farmers and community members. Experience working with local or international humanitarian or development organizations in Syria is an advantage. Experience supporting irrigation-related activities, water users’ coordination, agricultural input assistance or farmer training is an advantage. Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) processes, digital data-collection tools or beneficiary verification is an advantage. Good organizational, communication, reporting and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accurate record-keeping. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Familiarity with KoboToolbox or similar data-collection tools is an advantage. Fluency in Arabic is required. Good English skills, particularly for reading technical materials and preparing reports, are an advantage. Ability to conduct frequent field visits and work effectively in rural locations and a challenging operational environment. CORE COMPETENCIES Agricultural technical knowledge and farmer-support skills. Field assessment, beneficiary verification and community engagement. Understanding of wheat production and agricultural livelihoods. Coordination with farmers, local authorities and multidisciplinary project teams. Field monitoring, documentation and results-based reporting. Communication, teamwork, problem-solving and attention to detail. Integrity, confidentiality and commitment to humanitarian principles. Compliance with safeguarding, PSEA and protection requirements. WORKING CONDITIONS The positions will be based at the IHH Idlib Office, with regular field visits to Madiq Castle, Hama Governorate, and other project locations as required. The Agronomists will report to the FSAL Project Officer and work in close coordination with the Field Engineer, Field Assistants, MEAL team and Project Manager.
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