Action Against Hunger is looking to fill the position of Food Security & Livelihood based in Tana River with frequent field visits to Kwale county. The Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Program Officer will provide technical support for the design, planning, implementation (including technical oversight), monitoring, and reporting of Food Security and Livelihoods activities. The role contributes to the effective delivery of high-quality FSL interventions that enhance sustainable, climate-resilient food production and improved household livelihoods.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning, Design and Implementation
Participate in the design, development, and implementation of Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) projects.
Promote the integration of Nutrition and WASH activities—particularly those targeting women and youth groups—into all livelihood initiatives.
Oversee beneficiary selection for livelihood activities (crop, livestock, fisheries, apiculture, etc.) in accordance with agreed criteria.
Train farmer groups on agri-enterprise establishment, Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA), agro-ecology, and kitchen garden establishment.
Build farmer capacity in value chain management and value addition, focusing on food handling, preservation, and reduction of post-harvest losses.
Promote climate-smart and conservation agriculture practices including tree planting and soil management.
Create and strengthen linkages between FSL groups and financial institutions, cooperatives, and private sector partners.
Project Monitoring, Evaluation and Data Management
Participate in the planning and implementation of surveys, assessments, and research studies, including post-distribution monitoring (PDM).
Monitor and evaluate project performance, providing feedback on the impact of interventions.
Support field teams in conducting market analyses for market-based programming and cash-based interventions.
Ensure secure storage of beneficiary and assessment data in the organization’s database.
Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination
Facilitate community-level engagement in sustainable agriculture and nutrition-sensitive food systems.
Represent the organization in county coordination forums (CWG, AWG, LWG, CSG, and MSPs).
Coordinate with County Departments (MoA, MoL) and other NGOs/CBOs to ensure successful implementation.
Finance and Logistics
Prepare monthly cash forecasts aligned with approved work plans.
Monitor budget expenditure against spending plans, ensuring value for money and donor compliance.
Propose budget realignments or revisions based on field realities.
Document lessons learned, best practices, and success stories.
Enhance project visibility through proper branding in accordance with donor guidelines.
Requirements and Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND in Agriculture, Food Security, or a related field.
Experience in designing and implementing FSL projects.
Knowledge of Climate-Smart Agriculture, agro-ecology, and agri-enterprise.
Ability to travel extensively across Tana River and Kwale counties in remote areas with poor terrain.
Proficiency in report writing and data management.
Commitment to gender equality and zero tolerance to abuse.
Working Conditions
Standard five-day work week, though flexibility for longer hours/weekends is required.
Regular travel to field sites with potentially basic living conditions and high heat.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply via the Action Against Hunger International career portal on www.actionagainsthunger.org. Alternatively, candidates can use the direct application link provided by the recruitment portal: Apply Here.
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