Program Officer – Livestock (Marsabit) – The Pastoralist Community Initiative and Development Assistance (PACIDA)

Program Officer – Livestock (Marsabit) – The Pastoralist Community Initiative and Development Assistance (PACIDA)

• Position: Program Officer – Livestock
• Company: The Pastoralist Community Initiative and Development Assistance (PACIDA)
• Location: Marsabit, Kenya
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Reporting to: Immediate Supervisor
• Application Deadline: Thursday, December 5, 2024

Position Overview

The Program Officer – Livestock will lead and manage livestock-related interventions, ensuring the protection and enhancement of agro-pastoral livelihoods in PACIDA’s operational areas. This role is essential for designing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating livestock programs to drive sustainable development in pastoralist communities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in livestock health and production while fostering collaboration with communities and stakeholders.

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About PACIDA

The Pastoralist Community Initiative and Development Assistance (PACIDA) is a regional NGO dedicated to bridging emergency, rehabilitation, and development efforts for sustainable community advancement. With a strong presence in the arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs), PACIDA empowers pastoralist communities through impactful programs that address their unique needs. Joining PACIDA means becoming part of a team committed to innovation, collaboration, and resilience.

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Why Join PACIDA?

Working at PACIDA offers:

• The opportunity to impact the lives of agro-pastoral communities positively.
• Professional growth through learning and collaboration with experienced teams.
• A vibrant work culture that values inclusion, teamwork, and respect for diversity.
• The chance to contribute to innovative, community-centered approaches to development.

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Key Responsibilities

Project Implementation and Management

• Develop and regularly update detailed project work plans to guide activities and ensure effective progress.
• Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of livestock initiatives, including feed provision, restocking small ruminants, animal health services, and capacity-building programs for Community Animal Health Workers (CAHWs).
• Monitor beneficiary selection, verification, and livestock support to ensure transparency and effectiveness.

Capacity Building and Training

• Facilitate training for CAHWs in partnership with the Pastoralist and Livestock Office to enhance service delivery.
• Ensure the availability and procurement of necessary drugs and kits for animal health services.

Community Engagement and Collaboration

• Work closely with local community representatives, government stakeholders, and partners to identify target beneficiaries and deliver inclusive project activities.
• Represent PACIDA in project-related meetings and forums for knowledge sharing and stakeholder collaboration.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Prepare and submit weekly, monthly, and quarterly activity plans, budgets, and progress reports.
• Document project outcomes and outputs, ensuring timely and accurate reporting as per organizational standards.

Gender and Inclusion Mainstreaming

• Ensure gender, protection, safeguarding, and inclusion principles are embedded within all project activities.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Collaborate with livestock experts, private sector actors, and civil society partners to implement livestock programs.
• Contribute to organizational learning by actively participating in training and development opportunities.

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Qualifications and Skills

Required Qualifications

• A degree in Agriculture (Livestock Production), Animal Production Technology and Management, Veterinary Medicine, or a related field with relevant course units in animal health.
• At least three years of experience in livestock health activities, especially within rural or pastoral communities.

Key Competencies

• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including the private sector, government, and civil society.
• Excellent skills in teamwork, networking, and community dialogue.
• Strong self-starter with adaptability to changing priorities and environments.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili (knowledge of local languages is an added advantage).

Preferred Experience

• Experience in implementing USAID-funded programs.
• Familiarity with Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) concepts in humanitarian contexts within ASAL areas.

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Key Attributes

• Positive attitude towards community work and an ability to learn from communities.
• Commitment to participatory and innovative approaches for problem-solving.
• Strong reporting, communication, and representation skills.
• Willingness to work in challenging field conditions with flexibility and resilience.

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How to Apply

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit:

1. A one-page motivation letter.
2. A detailed CV (in PDF format) including three referees.

Send applications to:
📧 recruitment@eaglehr.co.ke (cc hr@pacida.org)
Ensure the subject line reads: “Program Officer – Livestock Application.”

Deadline: Thursday, December 5, 2024

PACIDA is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Qualified female applicants and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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About Marsabit

Marsabit is a vibrant county in Kenya’s arid and semi-arid region, offering unique cultural experiences and rich biodiversity. Professionals working in Marsabit benefit from the opportunity to engage deeply with local communities and contribute to impactful development initiatives.

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