Emergency Food Security and Vulnerable Livelihoods Officer (INT10085)

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

This is a 6 months fixed term opportunity under our WFP Caledonia Urban Cash Assistance Program based in Harare. We need the prospective person to start by the 18th of December 2023.

Interviews to be held in the week of the 11th of December 2023.

The Role:

Oxfam  is looking for an EFSVL Officer  for direct implementation of the food security and livelihoods component of the emergency response programme in an OXFAM operational programme.

What we are looking for:

 We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam’s mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.

An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:

Essential
▪ Bachelor Degree in Social Sciences, Agriculture, Economics and business, or other discipline relating to food security and livelihoods. Experience managing food security/livelihoods programmes may substitute for formal qualifications.
▪ Experience managing LSA projects funded by WFP a must.
▪ Three to five years experience in food security, livelihoods, or community mobilisation work.
▪ Demonstrated technical knowledge in one or more of Oxfam’s core thematic areas for EFSVL; including cash transfer programmes, agricultural, and food security assistance.
▪ Experience in conducting food security and livelihoods assessment and data analysis, and capacity to contribute to response analysis and overall programme design discussions.
▪ Sensitivity, diplomacy and tact, together with the ability to calmly and creatively resolve issues under pressure.
▪ Experience in the monitoring and evaluation of humanitarian programmes.
▪ Attention to detail and good organisational and administrative skills, including the ability to present concise reports, sometimes a short notice, reflecting the problems and possible solutions for particular situations.
▪ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to effectively manage and demonstrate leadership within a diverse and multi-cultural team.
▪ Proven ability to be flexible in demanding solutions, including the willingness to travel up to 50% (in sometimes challenging environments) at short notice over the course of the role.
▪ Clear understanding of, and commitment to, the aims and objectives of Oxfam and humanitarian protection standards and Oxfam Codes of Conduct, the Sphere Minimum Standards, gender, equity and diversity principles.
▪ Strong oral and written communication ability in English and relevant local language, and computer literacy.
▪ A mature and professional attitude and approach. Capacity to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders including government officials, external agencies, and community representatives

We offer:

We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits. 

From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more. 

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.

Flexfam:

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. 

How to apply:

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.