Deadline of this Job: 10 September 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Agronomy Supervisor, the purpose of the job is to perform all agronomy operations.
Qualifications & Experience Required.
• Full grade twelve certificates (Credit or better in Math’s, Sciences, English and any other 2 subjects).
• Certificate in Agriculture.
• Experience will be an added advantage.
• Physically and mentally fit.
JOB DETAILS:
At Farm Select we are looking to employ a crop supervisor.
She/ he must be a goal oriented and able to pursue massive action without looking at the watch.
1. A certificate in agriculture and minimum 4 year experience in growing cabbages, onions and tomatoes.
2. Well mannered and mature.
3. Must possess problem solving skills.
4. Must be capable to multitask.
JOB DETAILS:
USAID/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Activity Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline
Contract Name
Integrated Natural Resources Management (INRM)
Contract No
7200AA20F00010
Period Of Performance
Upon signing – August 31, 2023
Maximum Level Of Effort (LOE)
28 days
STARR II IDIQ Labor Category
Natural Resource Specialist – Senior
Integrated Natural Resource Management Task Order: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline is managed under the Integrated Natural Resource Management (IN RM) Task Order (TO). The INRM TO provides on-demand support services and technical assistance for USAID Missions, Bureaus, and Independent Offices, and is managed by the Center for Environment, Energy, and Infrastructure (EEI) in the Bureau for Development, Democracy, and Innovation (DDI). INRM supports integrated analysis and programming across development sectors. By using a multi-sectoral lens, INRM seeks to strengthen the impacts of USAID’s core environmental programming by recognizing synergies, adopting best practices, and building broader constituencies for integrated programming. The activity is designed to help USAID operating units achieve higher impact environment programming and to support the uptake of principles and approaches outlined in the Agency’s Environmental and Natural Resource Management Framework .
Project Background and Description: USAID has commissioned a team under the INRM TO to design and implement the baseline for an IE of the USAID/Zambia EKNA Activity in 2022-2023. The EKNA Activity will be implemented in several Game Management Areas (GMAs) and conservancies that border the eastern side of Zambia’s Kafue National Park (KNP), by a consortium of public and private sector partners led by The Nature Conservancy. High poverty rates in the area lead to a dependence on natural resources and income from forests for many households, contributing to deforestation and forest degradation from wood extraction, agricultural expansion, and fires. To address these issues and impact both conservation and human well-being outcomes, the EKNA Activity is comprised of four strategic approaches (SAs):
• SA1: Strengthen natural resource compliance and management systems
• SA2: Develop inclusive ecosystem-based markets for local prosperity
• SA3: Strengthen community maternal and child health and improve access to clean water
• SA4: Develop effective land and resource use planning, tenure, and governance systems
The objectives of this assignment are to (1) design an IE for the EKNA Activity, (2) conduct baseline data collection and analysis, and (3) prepare a final baseline report. Given the lack of counterfactual-based studies on the EKNA Activity’s main interventions, a rigorous impact evaluation presents an important opportunity to improve USAID’s understanding of conservation and biodiversity programming effectiveness. In particular, the EKNA Activity presents a unique opportunity to measure the effect of conservation programming on biodiversity outcomes given the large amount of biodiversity monitoring that will take place as part of the program implementation, which will be further expanded as part of the evaluation. Additional primary and secondary data sources that will be used include a large household survey, qualitative data from key informants, and remotely sensed data.
Position Description: DAI/INRM is seeking an individual to fulfill the role of the Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist for the EKNA IE Design and Baseline . The Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist will provide subject matter expertise in wildlife biodiversity and forest ecology in Zambia, particularly related to the Greater Kafue Ecosystem (GKE), and measurement approaches for related outcomes. The Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist will work closely with the Team Leader and other research team members to contribute to the baseline design, data collection and analysis, and provide technical inputs for the draft and final report(s) – the Evaluation Design Report (EDR) and Baseline Report – as requested. The project will begin in September 2022 and is projected to last through July 2023. The EDR will be drafted in September 2022 and finalized in October 2022. Fieldwork for baseline data collection will take place from October – November 2022 prior to the rainy season, although this position will not be required to participate in fieldwork. Data analysis will take place from December 2022 – March 2023 with reporting in April – June 2023.
• Citizens and residents of Zambia are strongly encouraged to apply**
Responsibilities
• Provide subject matter expertise in wildlife biodiversity and forest ecology in Zambia, particularly related to the Greater Kafue Ecosystem (GKE), and measurement approaches for related outcomes.
• Work closely with the other research team members, including the Team Leader, Senior Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Advisors, Evaluation Manager/Technical Specialist, and Environmental Health Specialist on evaluation design, data collection, and analysis
• In collaboration with the research team, conduct analysis of baseline data as requested, including but not limited to: aerial survey data, wildlife biodiversity monitoring data (camera traps, search and encounter, spoor transects, focal monitoring/satellite collars), and remote sensing data (tree cover, fires)
• Contribute as requested to project deliverables, including the draft and final EKNA IE Evaluation Design Report (EDR), draft and final EKNA IE Baseline Report, and any related presentations. This may include drafting responses to USAID comments/questions on draft reports.
• Maintain clear and regular communication with the research team and INRM support staff, and inform the INRM team of any risks, problems, or challenges in a timely manner.
Qualifications
• Master’s degree or higher in Biodiversity/Conservation, Forest Ecology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of ten years of experience with a master’s degree designing and executing similar projects, or six years of experience with a PhD.
• Extensive expertise in conducting research, evaluation, and related studies for biodiversity conservation and forest ecology in Zambia.
• Experience designing and conducting impact evaluations for conservation programs preferred.
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary teams preferred.
• Experience with USAID/Zambia or similar regional or country USAID Missions preferred.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English required.
Organization and Values
DAI is a global development company with corporate offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, EU, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Palestine and project operations worldwide. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. DAI works on the frontlines of global development. Transforming ideas into action—action into impact. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.
DAI and its employees are committed to confronting racism and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work. DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.
DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All of our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.
JOB DETAILS:
USAID/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Activity Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline
Contract Name
Integrated Natural Resources Management (INRM)
Contract No: 7200AA20F00010
Period Of Performance: Upon signing – August 31, 2023
Maximum Level Of Effort (LOE)
5 days
STARR II IDIQ Labor Category
Natural Resource Specialist – Senior
Integrated Natural Resource Management Task Order: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline is managed under the Integrated Natural Resource Management (IN RM) Task Order (TO). The INRM TO provides on-demand support services and technical assistance for USAID Missions, Bureaus, and Independent Offices, and is managed by the Center for Environment, Energy, and Infrastructure (EEI) in the Bureau for Development, Democracy, and Innovation (DDI). INRM supports integrated analysis and programming across development sectors. By using a multi-sectoral lens, INRM seeks to strengthen the impacts of USAID’s core environmental programming by recognizing synergies, adopting best practices, and building broader constituencies for integrated programming. The activity is designed to help USAID operating units achieve higher impact environment programming and to support the uptake of principles and approaches outlined in the Agency’s Environmental and Natural Resource Management Framework .
Project Background and Description: USAID has commissioned a team under the INRM TO to design and implement the baseline for an IE of the USAID/Zambia EKNA Activity in 2022-2023. The EKNA Activity will be implemented in several Game Management Areas (GMAs) and conservancies that border the eastern side of Zambia’s Kafue National Park (KNP), by a consortium of public and private sector partners led by The Nature Conservancy. High poverty rates in the area lead to a dependence on natural resources and income from forests for many households, contributing to deforestation and forest degradation from wood extraction, agricultural expansion, and fires. To address these issues and impact both conservation and human well-being outcomes, the EKNA Activity is comprised of four strategic approaches (SAs):
• SA1: Strengthen natural resource compliance and management systems
• SA2: Develop inclusive ecosystem-based markets for local prosperity
• SA3: Strengthen community maternal and child health and improve access to clean water
• SA4: Develop effective land and resource use planning, tenure, and governance systems
The objectives of this assignment are to (1) design an IE for the EKNA Activity, (2) conduct baseline data collection and analysis, and (3) prepare a final baseline report. Given the lack of counterfactual-based studies on the EKNA Activity’s main interventions, a rigorous impact evaluation presents an important opportunity to improve USAID’s understanding of conservation and biodiversity programming effectiveness. In particular, the EKNA Activity presents a unique opportunity to measure the effect of conservation programming on biodiversity outcomes given the large amount of biodiversity monitoring that will take place as part of the program implementation, which will be further expanded as part of the evaluation. Additional primary and secondary data sources that will be used include a large household survey, qualitative data from key informants, and remotely sensed data.
Position Description: DAI/INRM is seeking an individual to fulfill the role of the Senior Forest Ecology Advisor for the EKNA IE Design and Baseline . The Senior Forest Ecology Advisor will provide subject matter expertise in forest ecology and have experience conducting impact evaluations for related conservation and biophysical outcomes, ideally in southern Africa. The Senior Forest Ecology Advisor will work closely with the Team Leader and other research team members to contribute to the baseline design, survey instruments, data collection and analysis, and provide technical inputs for the draft and final report(s) – the Evaluation Design Report (EDR) and Baseline Report – as requested. The project will begin in September 2022 and is projected to last through July 2023. The EDR will be drafted in September 2022 and finalized in October 2022. Fieldwork for baseline data collection will take place from October – November 2022 prior to the rainy season, although this position will not be required to participate in fieldwork. Data analysis will take place from December 2022 – March 2023 with reporting in April – June 2023.
• Citizens and residents of Zambia are strongly encouraged to apply**
Responsibilities
• Provide subject matter expertise in forest ecology and related conservation/biophysical outcome measurement and analysis.
• Provide guidance on analysis methods and approaches for conducting impact evaluations of conservation programs.
• Work closely with the other research team members, including the Team Leader, Senior Biodiversity Advisor, Evaluation Manager/Technical Specialist, Environmental Health Specialist, and Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist on evaluation design, data collection, and analysis
• Contribute as requested to project deliverables, including the draft and final EKNA IE Evaluation Design Report (EDR), draft and final EKNA IE Baseline Report, and any related presentations. This may include drafting responses to USAID comments/questions on draft reports.
• Maintain clear and regular communication with the research team and INRM support staff, and inform the INRM team of any risks, problems, or challenges in a timely manner.
Qualifications
• Master’s degree or higher in Forest Ecology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of ten years of experience with a master’s degree designing and executing similar projects, or six years of experience with a PhD.
• Extensive expertise in conducting research, evaluation, and related studies for forest/conservation, including designing and conducting impact evaluations.
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary teams preferred.
• Experience working in Zambia or other southern Africa countries preferred.
• Experience with USAID/Zambia or similar regional or country USAID Missions preferred.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English required.
Organization and Values
DAI is a global development company with corporate offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, EU, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Palestine and project operations worldwide. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. DAI works on the frontlines of global development. Transforming ideas into action—action into impact. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.
DAI and its employees are committed to confronting racism and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work. DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.
DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All of our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.
JOB DETAILS:
USAID/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Activity Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline
Contract Name: Integrated Natural Resources Management (INRM)
Contract No: 7200AA20F00010
Period of Performance: Upon signing – August 31, 2023
Maximum Level of Effort (LOE): 28 days
STARR II IDIQ Labor Category: Natural Resource Specialist – Senior
Integrated Natural Resource Management Task Order: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline is managed under the Integrated Natural Resource Management (IN RM) Task Order (TO). The INRM TO provides on-demand support services and technical assistance for USAID Missions, Bureaus, and Independent Offices, and is managed by the Center for Environment, Energy, and Infrastructure (EEI) in the Bureau for Development, Democracy, and Innovation (DDI). INRM supports integrated analysis and programming across development sectors. By using a multi-sectoral lens, INRM seeks to strengthen the impacts of USAID’s core environmental programming by recognizing synergies, adopting best practices, and building broader constituencies for integrated programming. The activity is designed to help USAID operating units achieve higher impact environment programming and to support the uptake of principles and approaches outlined in the Agency’s Environmental and Natural Resource Management Framework .
Project Background and Description: USAID has commissioned a team under the INRM TO to design and implement the baseline for an IE of the USAID/Zambia EKNA Activity in 2022-2023. The EKNA Activity will be implemented in several Game Management Areas (GMAs) and conservancies that border the eastern side of Zambia’s Kafue National Park (KNP), by a consortium of public and private sector partners led by The Nature Conservancy. High poverty rates in the area lead to a dependence on natural resources and income from forests for many households, contributing to deforestation and forest degradation from wood extraction, agricultural expansion, and fires. To address these issues and impact both conservation and human well-being outcomes, the EKNA Activity is comprised of four strategic approaches (SAs):
• SA1: Strengthen natural resource compliance and management systems
• SA2: Develop inclusive ecosystem-based markets for local prosperity
• SA3: Strengthen community maternal and child health and improve access to clean water
• SA4: Develop effective land and resource use planning, tenure, and governance systems
The objectives of this assignment are to (1) design an IE for the EKNA Activity, (2) conduct baseline data collection and analysis, and (3) prepare a final baseline report. Given the lack of counterfactual-based studies on the EKNA Activity’s main interventions, a rigorous impact evaluation presents an important opportunity to improve USAID’s understanding of conservation and biodiversity programming effectiveness. In particular, the EKNA Activity presents a unique opportunity to measure the effect of conservation programming on biodiversity outcomes given the large amount of biodiversity monitoring that will take place as part of the program implementation, which will be further expanded as part of the evaluation. Additional primary and secondary data sources that will be used include a large household survey, qualitative data from key informants, and remotely sensed data.
Position Description: DAI/INRM is seeking an individual to fulfill the role of the Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist for the EKNA IE Design and Baseline . The Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist will provide subject matter expertise in wildlife biodiversity and forest ecology in Zambia, particularly related to the Greater Kafue Ecosystem (GKE), and measurement approaches for related outcomes. The Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist will work closely with the Team Leader and other research team members to contribute to the baseline design, data collection and analysis, and provide technical inputs for the draft and final report(s) – the Evaluation Design Report (EDR) and Baseline Report – as requested. The project will begin in September 2022 and is projected to last through July 2023. The EDR will be drafted in September 2022 and finalized in October 2022. Fieldwork for baseline data collection will take place from October – November 2022 prior to the rainy season, although this position will not be required to participate in fieldwork. Data analysis will take place from December 2022 – March 2023 with reporting in April – June 2023.
**Citizens and residents of Zambia are strongly encouraged to apply**
Responsibilities:
• Provide subject matter expertise in wildlife biodiversity and forest ecology in Zambia, particularly related to the Greater Kafue Ecosystem (GKE), and measurement approaches for related outcomes.
• Work closely with the other research team members, including the Team Leader, Senior Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Advisors, Evaluation Manager/Technical Specialist, and Environmental Health Specialist on evaluation design, data collection, and analysis
• In collaboration with the research team, conduct analysis of baseline data as requested, including but not limited to: aerial survey data, wildlife biodiversity monitoring data (camera traps, search and encounter, spoor transects, focal monitoring/satellite collars), and remote sensing data (tree cover, fires)
• Contribute as requested to project deliverables, including the draft and final EKNA IE Evaluation Design Report (EDR), draft and final EKNA IE Baseline Report, and any related presentations. This may include drafting responses to USAID comments/questions on draft reports.
• Maintain clear and regular communication with the research team and INRM support staff, and inform the INRM team of any risks, problems, or challenges in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
• Master’s degree or higher in Biodiversity/Conservation, Forest Ecology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of ten years of experience with a master’s degree designing and executing similar projects, or six years of experience with a PhD.
• Extensive expertise in conducting research, evaluation, and related studies for biodiversity conservation and forest ecology in Zambia.
• Experience designing and conducting impact evaluations for conservation programs preferred.
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary teams preferred.
• Experience with USAID/Zambia or similar regional or country USAID Missions preferred.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English required.
Organization and Values
DAI is a global development company with corporate offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, EU, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Palestine and project operations worldwide. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. DAI works on the frontlines of global development. Transforming ideas into action—action into impact. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.
DAI and its employees are committed to confronting racism and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work. DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.
DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All of our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.
JOB DETAILS:
USAID/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Activity Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline
Contract Name: Integrated Natural Resources Management (INRM)
Contract No: 7200AA20F00010
Period of Performance: Upon signing – August 31, 2023
Maximum Level of Effort (LOE): 5 days
STARR II IDIQ Labor Category: Natural Resource Specialist – Senior
Integrated Natural Resource Management Task Order: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline is managed under the Integrated Natural Resource Management (IN RM) Task Order (TO). The INRM TO provides on-demand support services and technical assistance for USAID Missions, Bureaus, and Independent Offices, and is managed by the Center for Environment, Energy, and Infrastructure (EEI) in the Bureau for Development, Democracy, and Innovation (DDI). INRM supports integrated analysis and programming across development sectors. By using a multi-sectoral lens, INRM seeks to strengthen the impacts of USAID’s core environmental programming by recognizing synergies, adopting best practices, and building broader constituencies for integrated programming. The activity is designed to help USAID operating units achieve higher impact environment programming and to support the uptake of principles and approaches outlined in the Agency’s Environmental and Natural Resource Management Framework .
Project Background and Description: USAID has commissioned a team under the INRM TO to design and implement the baseline for an IE of the USAID/Zambia EKNA Activity in 2022-2023. The EKNA Activity will be implemented in several Game Management Areas (GMAs) and conservancies that border the eastern side of Zambia’s Kafue National Park (KNP), by a consortium of public and private sector partners led by The Nature Conservancy. High poverty rates in the area lead to a dependence on natural resources and income from forests for many households, contributing to deforestation and forest degradation from wood extraction, agricultural expansion, and fires. To address these issues and impact both conservation and human well-being outcomes, the EKNA Activity is comprised of four strategic approaches (SAs):
• SA1: Strengthen natural resource compliance and management systems
• SA2: Develop inclusive ecosystem-based markets for local prosperity
• SA3: Strengthen community maternal and child health and improve access to clean water
• SA4: Develop effective land and resource use planning, tenure, and governance systems
The objectives of this assignment are to (1) design an IE for the EKNA Activity, (2) conduct baseline data collection and analysis, and (3) prepare a final baseline report. Given the lack of counterfactual-based studies on the EKNA Activity’s main interventions, a rigorous impact evaluation presents an important opportunity to improve USAID’s understanding of conservation and biodiversity programming effectiveness. In particular, the EKNA Activity presents a unique opportunity to measure the effect of conservation programming on biodiversity outcomes given the large amount of biodiversity monitoring that will take place as part of the program implementation, which will be further expanded as part of the evaluation. Additional primary and secondary data sources that will be used include a large household survey, qualitative data from key informants, and remotely sensed data.
Position Description: DAI/INRM is seeking an individual to fulfill the role of the Senior Forest Ecology Advisor for the EKNA IE Design and Baseline . The Senior Forest Ecology Advisor will provide subject matter expertise in forest ecology and have experience conducting impact evaluations for related conservation and biophysical outcomes, ideally in southern Africa. The Senior Forest Ecology Advisor will work closely with the Team Leader and other research team members to contribute to the baseline design, survey instruments, data collection and analysis, and provide technical inputs for the draft and final report(s) – the Evaluation Design Report (EDR) and Baseline Report – as requested. The project will begin in September 2022 and is projected to last through July 2023. The EDR will be drafted in September 2022 and finalized in October 2022. Fieldwork for baseline data collection will take place from October – November 2022 prior to the rainy season, although this position will not be required to participate in fieldwork. Data analysis will take place from December 2022 – March 2023 with reporting in April – June 2023.
**Citizens and residents of Zambia are strongly encouraged to apply**
Responsibilities:
• Provide subject matter expertise in forest ecology and related conservation/biophysical outcome measurement and analysis.
• Provide guidance on analysis methods and approaches for conducting impact evaluations of conservation programs.
• Work closely with the other research team members, including the Team Leader, Senior Biodiversity Advisor, Evaluation Manager/Technical Specialist, Environmental Health Specialist, and Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist on evaluation design, data collection, and analysis
• Contribute as requested to project deliverables, including the draft and final EKNA IE Evaluation Design Report (EDR), draft and final EKNA IE Baseline Report, and any related presentations. This may include drafting responses to USAID comments/questions on draft reports.
• Maintain clear and regular communication with the research team and INRM support staff, and inform the INRM team of any risks, problems, or challenges in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
• Master’s degree or higher in Forest Ecology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of ten years of experience with a master’s degree designing and executing similar projects, or six years of experience with a PhD.
• Extensive expertise in conducting research, evaluation, and related studies for forest/conservation, including designing and conducting impact evaluations.
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary teams preferred.
• Experience working in Zambia or other southern Africa countries preferred.
• Experience with USAID/Zambia or similar regional or country USAID Missions preferred.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English required.
Organization and Values
DAI is a global development company with corporate offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, EU, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Palestine and project operations worldwide. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. DAI works on the frontlines of global development. Transforming ideas into action—action into impact. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.
DAI and its employees are committed to confronting racism and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work. DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.
DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All of our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks
JOB DETAILS:
Profile
Yara Fertilizer Zambia Limited Is Looking To Fill The Permanent Position Of a Commercial Crop Scientist For The Northern Region Of Zambia
Area of responsibility: Lusaka North, Chisamba, Kabwe, Mkushi, Serenje, Kasama.
Living location: flexible, but ideally based in Chisamba or Mkushi.
Supervision: Manager; Agronomy & Commercial Sales, Zambia Cluster.
Roles & Responsibilities
• To drive the commercial sales and agronomic support of Yara premium and differentiated products to customers (agricultural producers), in the assigned area, in a professional and long term sustainable manner which directly impacts the company overall performance:
• Agronomic expertise and technical support
• Plant nutrition product portfolio development, sale, implementation and monitoring
• Digital farming solutions
• Market Intelligence
• Sales planning and forecasting, ordering and logistics
• Credit application, debtor management and account query solutions
• Stakeholder and relationship management
• Company policy, values and contract adherence and promotion
• Functional Knowledge
• Sound understanding and practical experience/knowledge of crop production, plant nutrition and agronomic principles.
• Sound understanding and practical experience/knowledge of selling, marketing and negotiating in a commercial agriculture environment.
• Working knowledge of commercial customer service and external customer relations management.
• Working knowledge of commercial sales administration.
Competencies
• Technical: agronomy expertise and knowledge
• Business: acumen, organization and administration, critical evaluation, consultation and value selling.
• Business Expertise, Leadership, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills
• Exercising sales activities within the framework of Yara’s code of ethics and corporate governance.
• Ability to work independently within a diverse but geographically remote team.
• Sales collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to define problems, collect information, make sound judgments and involve relevant experts, decision makers and stakeholders to create sustainable solutions.
• Analysis, judgment and provision of solutions to the day to day challenges of commercial sales.
• Strong inter-personal, communication and negotiation skills to convince both within own organization and external customers.
Qualifications And Experience
• BSc. Agric Degree or associated qualification, preferably with additional agricultural work related certificates or similar work experience within Yara.
• Minimum 3/4 years’ experience in a commercial agronomy and sales role with experience in seasonal planning, forecasting and budgeting.
• Computer literacy in Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint or similar packages.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Apply no later than
• Should Yara not correspond with you directly before 16 September 2022, the company thanks you in advance for your submission but regrets that you will not be considered for the position.
JOB DETAILS:
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Agronomy Supervisor, the purpose of the job is to perform all agronomy operations.
Qualifications & Experience Required.
• Full grade twelve certificates (Credit or better in Math’s, Sciences, English and any other 2 subjects).
• Certificate in Agriculture.
• Experience will be an added advantage.
• Physically and mentally fit.
Deadline of this Job: 10 September 2022
At Farm Select we are looking to employ a crop supervisor.
She/ he must be a goal oriented and able to pursue massive action without looking at the watch.
1. A certificate in agriculture and minimum 4 year experience in growing cabbages, onions and tomatoes.
2. Well mannered and mature.
3. Must possess problem solving skills.
4. Must be capable to multitask.
Deadline of this Job: 20 September 2022
USAID/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Activity Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline
Contract Name
Integrated Natural Resources Management (INRM)
Contract No
7200AA20F00010
Period Of Performance
Upon signing – August 31, 2023
Maximum Level Of Effort (LOE)
28 days
STARR II IDIQ Labor Category
Natural Resource Specialist – Senior
Integrated Natural Resource Management Task Order: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline is managed under the Integrated Natural Resource Management (IN RM) Task Order (TO). The INRM TO provides on-demand support services and technical assistance for USAID Missions, Bureaus, and Independent Offices, and is managed by the Center for Environment, Energy, and Infrastructure (EEI) in the Bureau for Development, Democracy, and Innovation (DDI). INRM supports integrated analysis and programming across development sectors. By using a multi-sectoral lens, INRM seeks to strengthen the impacts of USAID’s core environmental programming by recognizing synergies, adopting best practices, and building broader constituencies for integrated programming. The activity is designed to help USAID operating units achieve higher impact environment programming and to support the uptake of principles and approaches outlined in the Agency’s Environmental and Natural Resource Management Framework .
Project Background and Description: USAID has commissioned a team under the INRM TO to design and implement the baseline for an IE of the USAID/Zambia EKNA Activity in 2022-2023. The EKNA Activity will be implemented in several Game Management Areas (GMAs) and conservancies that border the eastern side of Zambia’s Kafue National Park (KNP), by a consortium of public and private sector partners led by The Nature Conservancy. High poverty rates in the area lead to a dependence on natural resources and income from forests for many households, contributing to deforestation and forest degradation from wood extraction, agricultural expansion, and fires. To address these issues and impact both conservation and human well-being outcomes, the EKNA Activity is comprised of four strategic approaches (SAs):
• SA1: Strengthen natural resource compliance and management systems
• SA2: Develop inclusive ecosystem-based markets for local prosperity
• SA3: Strengthen community maternal and child health and improve access to clean water
• SA4: Develop effective land and resource use planning, tenure, and governance systems
The objectives of this assignment are to (1) design an IE for the EKNA Activity, (2) conduct baseline data collection and analysis, and (3) prepare a final baseline report. Given the lack of counterfactual-based studies on the EKNA Activity’s main interventions, a rigorous impact evaluation presents an important opportunity to improve USAID’s understanding of conservation and biodiversity programming effectiveness. In particular, the EKNA Activity presents a unique opportunity to measure the effect of conservation programming on biodiversity outcomes given the large amount of biodiversity monitoring that will take place as part of the program implementation, which will be further expanded as part of the evaluation. Additional primary and secondary data sources that will be used include a large household survey, qualitative data from key informants, and remotely sensed data.
Position Description: DAI/INRM is seeking an individual to fulfill the role of the Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist for the EKNA IE Design and Baseline . The Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist will provide subject matter expertise in wildlife biodiversity and forest ecology in Zambia, particularly related to the Greater Kafue Ecosystem (GKE), and measurement approaches for related outcomes. The Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist will work closely with the Team Leader and other research team members to contribute to the baseline design, data collection and analysis, and provide technical inputs for the draft and final report(s) – the Evaluation Design Report (EDR) and Baseline Report – as requested. The project will begin in September 2022 and is projected to last through July 2023. The EDR will be drafted in September 2022 and finalized in October 2022. Fieldwork for baseline data collection will take place from October – November 2022 prior to the rainy season, although this position will not be required to participate in fieldwork. Data analysis will take place from December 2022 – March 2023 with reporting in April – June 2023.
• Citizens and residents of Zambia are strongly encouraged to apply**
Responsibilities
• Provide subject matter expertise in wildlife biodiversity and forest ecology in Zambia, particularly related to the Greater Kafue Ecosystem (GKE), and measurement approaches for related outcomes.
• Work closely with the other research team members, including the Team Leader, Senior Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Advisors, Evaluation Manager/Technical Specialist, and Environmental Health Specialist on evaluation design, data collection, and analysis
• In collaboration with the research team, conduct analysis of baseline data as requested, including but not limited to: aerial survey data, wildlife biodiversity monitoring data (camera traps, search and encounter, spoor transects, focal monitoring/satellite collars), and remote sensing data (tree cover, fires)
• Contribute as requested to project deliverables, including the draft and final EKNA IE Evaluation Design Report (EDR), draft and final EKNA IE Baseline Report, and any related presentations. This may include drafting responses to USAID comments/questions on draft reports.
• Maintain clear and regular communication with the research team and INRM support staff, and inform the INRM team of any risks, problems, or challenges in a timely manner.
Qualifications
• Master’s degree or higher in Biodiversity/Conservation, Forest Ecology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of ten years of experience with a master’s degree designing and executing similar projects, or six years of experience with a PhD.
• Extensive expertise in conducting research, evaluation, and related studies for biodiversity conservation and forest ecology in Zambia.
• Experience designing and conducting impact evaluations for conservation programs preferred.
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary teams preferred.
• Experience with USAID/Zambia or similar regional or country USAID Missions preferred.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English required.
Organization and Values
DAI is a global development company with corporate offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, EU, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Palestine and project operations worldwide. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. DAI works on the frontlines of global development. Transforming ideas into action—action into impact. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.
DAI and its employees are committed to confronting racism and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work. DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.
DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All of our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.
Deadline of this Job: 20 September 2022
USAID/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Activity Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline
Contract Name
Integrated Natural Resources Management (INRM)
Contract No: 7200AA20F00010
Period Of Performance: Upon signing – August 31, 2023
Maximum Level Of Effort (LOE)
5 days
STARR II IDIQ Labor Category
Natural Resource Specialist – Senior
Integrated Natural Resource Management Task Order: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline is managed under the Integrated Natural Resource Management (IN RM) Task Order (TO). The INRM TO provides on-demand support services and technical assistance for USAID Missions, Bureaus, and Independent Offices, and is managed by the Center for Environment, Energy, and Infrastructure (EEI) in the Bureau for Development, Democracy, and Innovation (DDI). INRM supports integrated analysis and programming across development sectors. By using a multi-sectoral lens, INRM seeks to strengthen the impacts of USAID’s core environmental programming by recognizing synergies, adopting best practices, and building broader constituencies for integrated programming. The activity is designed to help USAID operating units achieve higher impact environment programming and to support the uptake of principles and approaches outlined in the Agency’s Environmental and Natural Resource Management Framework .
Project Background and Description: USAID has commissioned a team under the INRM TO to design and implement the baseline for an IE of the USAID/Zambia EKNA Activity in 2022-2023. The EKNA Activity will be implemented in several Game Management Areas (GMAs) and conservancies that border the eastern side of Zambia’s Kafue National Park (KNP), by a consortium of public and private sector partners led by The Nature Conservancy. High poverty rates in the area lead to a dependence on natural resources and income from forests for many households, contributing to deforestation and forest degradation from wood extraction, agricultural expansion, and fires. To address these issues and impact both conservation and human well-being outcomes, the EKNA Activity is comprised of four strategic approaches (SAs):
• SA1: Strengthen natural resource compliance and management systems
• SA2: Develop inclusive ecosystem-based markets for local prosperity
• SA3: Strengthen community maternal and child health and improve access to clean water
• SA4: Develop effective land and resource use planning, tenure, and governance systems
The objectives of this assignment are to (1) design an IE for the EKNA Activity, (2) conduct baseline data collection and analysis, and (3) prepare a final baseline report. Given the lack of counterfactual-based studies on the EKNA Activity’s main interventions, a rigorous impact evaluation presents an important opportunity to improve USAID’s understanding of conservation and biodiversity programming effectiveness. In particular, the EKNA Activity presents a unique opportunity to measure the effect of conservation programming on biodiversity outcomes given the large amount of biodiversity monitoring that will take place as part of the program implementation, which will be further expanded as part of the evaluation. Additional primary and secondary data sources that will be used include a large household survey, qualitative data from key informants, and remotely sensed data.
Position Description: DAI/INRM is seeking an individual to fulfill the role of the Senior Forest Ecology Advisor for the EKNA IE Design and Baseline . The Senior Forest Ecology Advisor will provide subject matter expertise in forest ecology and have experience conducting impact evaluations for related conservation and biophysical outcomes, ideally in southern Africa. The Senior Forest Ecology Advisor will work closely with the Team Leader and other research team members to contribute to the baseline design, survey instruments, data collection and analysis, and provide technical inputs for the draft and final report(s) – the Evaluation Design Report (EDR) and Baseline Report – as requested. The project will begin in September 2022 and is projected to last through July 2023. The EDR will be drafted in September 2022 and finalized in October 2022. Fieldwork for baseline data collection will take place from October – November 2022 prior to the rainy season, although this position will not be required to participate in fieldwork. Data analysis will take place from December 2022 – March 2023 with reporting in April – June 2023.
• Citizens and residents of Zambia are strongly encouraged to apply**
Responsibilities
• Provide subject matter expertise in forest ecology and related conservation/biophysical outcome measurement and analysis.
• Provide guidance on analysis methods and approaches for conducting impact evaluations of conservation programs.
• Work closely with the other research team members, including the Team Leader, Senior Biodiversity Advisor, Evaluation Manager/Technical Specialist, Environmental Health Specialist, and Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist on evaluation design, data collection, and analysis
• Contribute as requested to project deliverables, including the draft and final EKNA IE Evaluation Design Report (EDR), draft and final EKNA IE Baseline Report, and any related presentations. This may include drafting responses to USAID comments/questions on draft reports.
• Maintain clear and regular communication with the research team and INRM support staff, and inform the INRM team of any risks, problems, or challenges in a timely manner.
Qualifications
• Master’s degree or higher in Forest Ecology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of ten years of experience with a master’s degree designing and executing similar projects, or six years of experience with a PhD.
• Extensive expertise in conducting research, evaluation, and related studies for forest/conservation, including designing and conducting impact evaluations.
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary teams preferred.
• Experience working in Zambia or other southern Africa countries preferred.
• Experience with USAID/Zambia or similar regional or country USAID Missions preferred.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English required.
Organization and Values
DAI is a global development company with corporate offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, EU, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Palestine and project operations worldwide. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. DAI works on the frontlines of global development. Transforming ideas into action—action into impact. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.
DAI and its employees are committed to confronting racism and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work. DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.
DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All of our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.
Deadline of this Job: 19 September, 2022
USAID/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Activity Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline
Contract Name: Integrated Natural Resources Management (INRM)
Contract No: 7200AA20F00010
Period of Performance: Upon signing – August 31, 2023
Maximum Level of Effort (LOE): 28 days
STARR II IDIQ Labor Category: Natural Resource Specialist – Senior
Integrated Natural Resource Management Task Order: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline is managed under the Integrated Natural Resource Management (IN RM) Task Order (TO). The INRM TO provides on-demand support services and technical assistance for USAID Missions, Bureaus, and Independent Offices, and is managed by the Center for Environment, Energy, and Infrastructure (EEI) in the Bureau for Development, Democracy, and Innovation (DDI). INRM supports integrated analysis and programming across development sectors. By using a multi-sectoral lens, INRM seeks to strengthen the impacts of USAID’s core environmental programming by recognizing synergies, adopting best practices, and building broader constituencies for integrated programming. The activity is designed to help USAID operating units achieve higher impact environment programming and to support the uptake of principles and approaches outlined in the Agency’s Environmental and Natural Resource Management Framework .
Project Background and Description: USAID has commissioned a team under the INRM TO to design and implement the baseline for an IE of the USAID/Zambia EKNA Activity in 2022-2023. The EKNA Activity will be implemented in several Game Management Areas (GMAs) and conservancies that border the eastern side of Zambia’s Kafue National Park (KNP), by a consortium of public and private sector partners led by The Nature Conservancy. High poverty rates in the area lead to a dependence on natural resources and income from forests for many households, contributing to deforestation and forest degradation from wood extraction, agricultural expansion, and fires. To address these issues and impact both conservation and human well-being outcomes, the EKNA Activity is comprised of four strategic approaches (SAs):
• SA1: Strengthen natural resource compliance and management systems
• SA2: Develop inclusive ecosystem-based markets for local prosperity
• SA3: Strengthen community maternal and child health and improve access to clean water
• SA4: Develop effective land and resource use planning, tenure, and governance systems
The objectives of this assignment are to (1) design an IE for the EKNA Activity, (2) conduct baseline data collection and analysis, and (3) prepare a final baseline report. Given the lack of counterfactual-based studies on the EKNA Activity’s main interventions, a rigorous impact evaluation presents an important opportunity to improve USAID’s understanding of conservation and biodiversity programming effectiveness. In particular, the EKNA Activity presents a unique opportunity to measure the effect of conservation programming on biodiversity outcomes given the large amount of biodiversity monitoring that will take place as part of the program implementation, which will be further expanded as part of the evaluation. Additional primary and secondary data sources that will be used include a large household survey, qualitative data from key informants, and remotely sensed data.
Position Description: DAI/INRM is seeking an individual to fulfill the role of the Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist for the EKNA IE Design and Baseline . The Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist will provide subject matter expertise in wildlife biodiversity and forest ecology in Zambia, particularly related to the Greater Kafue Ecosystem (GKE), and measurement approaches for related outcomes. The Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist will work closely with the Team Leader and other research team members to contribute to the baseline design, data collection and analysis, and provide technical inputs for the draft and final report(s) – the Evaluation Design Report (EDR) and Baseline Report – as requested. The project will begin in September 2022 and is projected to last through July 2023. The EDR will be drafted in September 2022 and finalized in October 2022. Fieldwork for baseline data collection will take place from October – November 2022 prior to the rainy season, although this position will not be required to participate in fieldwork. Data analysis will take place from December 2022 – March 2023 with reporting in April – June 2023.
**Citizens and residents of Zambia are strongly encouraged to apply**
Responsibilities:
• Provide subject matter expertise in wildlife biodiversity and forest ecology in Zambia, particularly related to the Greater Kafue Ecosystem (GKE), and measurement approaches for related outcomes.
• Work closely with the other research team members, including the Team Leader, Senior Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Advisors, Evaluation Manager/Technical Specialist, and Environmental Health Specialist on evaluation design, data collection, and analysis
• In collaboration with the research team, conduct analysis of baseline data as requested, including but not limited to: aerial survey data, wildlife biodiversity monitoring data (camera traps, search and encounter, spoor transects, focal monitoring/satellite collars), and remote sensing data (tree cover, fires)
• Contribute as requested to project deliverables, including the draft and final EKNA IE Evaluation Design Report (EDR), draft and final EKNA IE Baseline Report, and any related presentations. This may include drafting responses to USAID comments/questions on draft reports.
• Maintain clear and regular communication with the research team and INRM support staff, and inform the INRM team of any risks, problems, or challenges in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
• Master’s degree or higher in Biodiversity/Conservation, Forest Ecology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of ten years of experience with a master’s degree designing and executing similar projects, or six years of experience with a PhD.
• Extensive expertise in conducting research, evaluation, and related studies for biodiversity conservation and forest ecology in Zambia.
• Experience designing and conducting impact evaluations for conservation programs preferred.
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary teams preferred.
• Experience with USAID/Zambia or similar regional or country USAID Missions preferred.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English required.
Organization and Values
DAI is a global development company with corporate offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, EU, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Palestine and project operations worldwide. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. DAI works on the frontlines of global development. Transforming ideas into action—action into impact. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.
DAI and its employees are committed to confronting racism and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work. DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.
DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All of our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.
Deadline of this Job: 19 September, 2022
USAID/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Activity Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline
Contract Name: Integrated Natural Resources Management (INRM)
Contract No: 7200AA20F00010
Period of Performance: Upon signing – August 31, 2023
Maximum Level of Effort (LOE): 5 days
STARR II IDIQ Labor Category: Natural Resource Specialist – Senior
Integrated Natural Resource Management Task Order: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/Zambia Eastern Kafue Nature Alliance (EKNA) Impact Evaluation (IE) Design and Baseline is managed under the Integrated Natural Resource Management (IN RM) Task Order (TO). The INRM TO provides on-demand support services and technical assistance for USAID Missions, Bureaus, and Independent Offices, and is managed by the Center for Environment, Energy, and Infrastructure (EEI) in the Bureau for Development, Democracy, and Innovation (DDI). INRM supports integrated analysis and programming across development sectors. By using a multi-sectoral lens, INRM seeks to strengthen the impacts of USAID’s core environmental programming by recognizing synergies, adopting best practices, and building broader constituencies for integrated programming. The activity is designed to help USAID operating units achieve higher impact environment programming and to support the uptake of principles and approaches outlined in the Agency’s Environmental and Natural Resource Management Framework .
Project Background and Description: USAID has commissioned a team under the INRM TO to design and implement the baseline for an IE of the USAID/Zambia EKNA Activity in 2022-2023. The EKNA Activity will be implemented in several Game Management Areas (GMAs) and conservancies that border the eastern side of Zambia’s Kafue National Park (KNP), by a consortium of public and private sector partners led by The Nature Conservancy. High poverty rates in the area lead to a dependence on natural resources and income from forests for many households, contributing to deforestation and forest degradation from wood extraction, agricultural expansion, and fires. To address these issues and impact both conservation and human well-being outcomes, the EKNA Activity is comprised of four strategic approaches (SAs):
• SA1: Strengthen natural resource compliance and management systems
• SA2: Develop inclusive ecosystem-based markets for local prosperity
• SA3: Strengthen community maternal and child health and improve access to clean water
• SA4: Develop effective land and resource use planning, tenure, and governance systems
The objectives of this assignment are to (1) design an IE for the EKNA Activity, (2) conduct baseline data collection and analysis, and (3) prepare a final baseline report. Given the lack of counterfactual-based studies on the EKNA Activity’s main interventions, a rigorous impact evaluation presents an important opportunity to improve USAID’s understanding of conservation and biodiversity programming effectiveness. In particular, the EKNA Activity presents a unique opportunity to measure the effect of conservation programming on biodiversity outcomes given the large amount of biodiversity monitoring that will take place as part of the program implementation, which will be further expanded as part of the evaluation. Additional primary and secondary data sources that will be used include a large household survey, qualitative data from key informants, and remotely sensed data.
Position Description: DAI/INRM is seeking an individual to fulfill the role of the Senior Forest Ecology Advisor for the EKNA IE Design and Baseline . The Senior Forest Ecology Advisor will provide subject matter expertise in forest ecology and have experience conducting impact evaluations for related conservation and biophysical outcomes, ideally in southern Africa. The Senior Forest Ecology Advisor will work closely with the Team Leader and other research team members to contribute to the baseline design, survey instruments, data collection and analysis, and provide technical inputs for the draft and final report(s) – the Evaluation Design Report (EDR) and Baseline Report – as requested. The project will begin in September 2022 and is projected to last through July 2023. The EDR will be drafted in September 2022 and finalized in October 2022. Fieldwork for baseline data collection will take place from October – November 2022 prior to the rainy season, although this position will not be required to participate in fieldwork. Data analysis will take place from December 2022 – March 2023 with reporting in April – June 2023.
**Citizens and residents of Zambia are strongly encouraged to apply**
Responsibilities:
• Provide subject matter expertise in forest ecology and related conservation/biophysical outcome measurement and analysis.
• Provide guidance on analysis methods and approaches for conducting impact evaluations of conservation programs.
• Work closely with the other research team members, including the Team Leader, Senior Biodiversity Advisor, Evaluation Manager/Technical Specialist, Environmental Health Specialist, and Biodiversity and Forest Ecology Specialist on evaluation design, data collection, and analysis
• Contribute as requested to project deliverables, including the draft and final EKNA IE Evaluation Design Report (EDR), draft and final EKNA IE Baseline Report, and any related presentations. This may include drafting responses to USAID comments/questions on draft reports.
• Maintain clear and regular communication with the research team and INRM support staff, and inform the INRM team of any risks, problems, or challenges in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
• Master’s degree or higher in Forest Ecology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of ten years of experience with a master’s degree designing and executing similar projects, or six years of experience with a PhD.
• Extensive expertise in conducting research, evaluation, and related studies for forest/conservation, including designing and conducting impact evaluations.
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary teams preferred.
• Experience working in Zambia or other southern Africa countries preferred.
• Experience with USAID/Zambia or similar regional or country USAID Missions preferred.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English required.
Organization and Values
DAI is a global development company with corporate offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, EU, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Palestine and project operations worldwide. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. DAI works on the frontlines of global development. Transforming ideas into action—action into impact. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.
DAI and its employees are committed to confronting racism and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work. DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.
DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All of our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks
Deadline of this Job: 16 September 2022
Profile
Yara Fertilizer Zambia Limited Is Looking To Fill The Permanent Position Of a Commercial Crop Scientist For The Northern Region Of Zambia
Area of responsibility: Lusaka North, Chisamba, Kabwe, Mkushi, Serenje, Kasama.
Living location: flexible, but ideally based in Chisamba or Mkushi.
Supervision: Manager; Agronomy & Commercial Sales, Zambia Cluster.
Roles & Responsibilities
• To drive the commercial sales and agronomic support of Yara premium and differentiated products to customers (agricultural producers), in the assigned area, in a professional and long term sustainable manner which directly impacts the company overall performance:
• Agronomic expertise and technical support
• Plant nutrition product portfolio development, sale, implementation and monitoring
• Digital farming solutions
• Market Intelligence
• Sales planning and forecasting, ordering and logistics
• Credit application, debtor management and account query solutions
• Stakeholder and relationship management
• Company policy, values and contract adherence and promotion
• Functional Knowledge
• Sound understanding and practical experience/knowledge of crop production, plant nutrition and agronomic principles.
• Sound understanding and practical experience/knowledge of selling, marketing and negotiating in a commercial agriculture environment.
• Working knowledge of commercial customer service and external customer relations management.
• Working knowledge of commercial sales administration.
Competencies
• Technical: agronomy expertise and knowledge
• Business: acumen, organization and administration, critical evaluation, consultation and value selling.
• Business Expertise, Leadership, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills
• Exercising sales activities within the framework of Yara’s code of ethics and corporate governance.
• Ability to work independently within a diverse but geographically remote team.
• Sales collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to define problems, collect information, make sound judgments and involve relevant experts, decision makers and stakeholders to create sustainable solutions.
• Analysis, judgment and provision of solutions to the day to day challenges of commercial sales.
• Strong inter-personal, communication and negotiation skills to convince both within own organization and external customers.
Qualifications And Experience
• BSc. Agric Degree or associated qualification, preferably with additional agricultural work related certificates or similar work experience within Yara.
• Minimum 3/4 years’ experience in a commercial agronomy and sales role with experience in seasonal planning, forecasting and budgeting.
• Computer literacy in Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint or similar packages.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Apply no later than
• Should Yara not correspond with you directly before 16 September 2022, the company thanks you in advance for your submission but regrets that you will not be considered for the position.