Islamic Relief Worldwide is an international aid agency that provides humanitarian relief and development Programs in over 40 countries, serving communities in need regardless of race, political affiliation, gender or belief. Founded in 1984 in the UK, it has international headquarters in Birmingham (Islamic Relief Worldwide) and a network of national offices, affiliated partners, registered branches and field offices spanning 50 countries. Its income in 2020 was £149 million, and it is the largest independent international aid agency inspired by Islamic humanitarian values. Islamic Relief’s key areas of work are humanitarian relief and disaster preparedness; development programmes that improve access to sustainable livelihoods, healthcare, education, water, sanitation and hygiene; and advocating on behalf of those in need.

Job Summary

Responsibilities are:

The IRW Jobs in Samangan, (Livestock Assistant)- ( 2 Vacancies ) will have responsibilities that include:

 Facilitate quality implementation of livestock-related activities under the supervision of the project officer.

• Conduct a market assessment to identify potential sources of animal husbandry and veterinarian services in the target location.
• Provide livestock input to vulnerable rightsholders considering the project target and work plan.
• Organize proper livestock input distribution in coordination with engaged stakeholders.
• Apply the FFS approach, rule, and regulation during the project implementation.
• Develop a training curriculum and manual regarding livestock management and other livestock-related issues.
• Conduct animal husbandry & veterinarian training (Stable management, dairy processing, pasture management, animal disease management, Silage and concentrate food preparation, and vaccination) for livestock holders.
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor animal husbandry patterns at target communities.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders (DAIL) to get seasonal vaccination support to target rightsholders.
• Participate as a technical person for the livestock inputs procurement and make sure quality items are delivered to rightsholders.
• Works with other Program staff to coordinate work activities, meet deadlines, and provide support where needed.
• Take part in the off-farm livelihood activities as per the line manager’s recommendations.
• Performs other related duties by instructions from the line manager.

Job Requirment

•  14 Grade graduate is the requirement in the relevant field and bachelor’s degree in in animal health/production, Animal Science, and Veterinary Science
• Experience and Skills Required:
•  At least 2 to 3 years of demonstrated experience in the following:
• Demonstrated experience in dealing with farmers Communities in the fields of livestock and goat farming.
•  Proven experience in the formation of Farmers’ Self Help Groups and Farmers Field School.
•  Strong knowledge and understanding sub-national institutional contexts of Afghanistan.
•  Experience in working with local government or NGOs/INGOs on Livestock/livelihood-related activities in remote areas of Afghanistan.
   

Submission Guideline

 

Interested and qualified national candidates should cover letter explaining their motivation and updated CV by clicking the following link.

The closing date for accepting applications is 31 May 2024.

Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered and only short-listed candidates will be called for Interview. 

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Country

Afghanistan

City

Samangan

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