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Livelihoods and Resilience Officer is available at NACRO in Choma. Review the job description, requirements, closing date and application details below.
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NEW APOSTOLIC CHURCH RELIEF ORGANIZATION (NACRO) VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Livelihoods and Resilience Officer Location: Choma, Southern Province, Zambia (with frequent travel to project sites) Contract: Fixed-Term Project Contract Reports To: Livelihoods & Resource Mobilization Coordinator NACRO is seeking a qualified, experienced and results-oriented Livelihoods and Resilience Officer to support the implementation of the Climate-Resilient Agriculture for Food Security and Transformation (CRAFT Zambia) Project. The successful candidate will contribute to improving food security, climate resilience and sustainable livelihoods through climate-smart agriculture, Farmer Field Schools, productive water systems, disaster risk reduction and community capacity strengthening. Key Responsibilities Coordinate livelihoods, food security and resilience interventions. Promote climate-smart agriculture, Farmer Field Schools and livelihood diversification initiatives. Support productive water systems, irrigation and community resilience activities. Facilitate training and capacity building for farmers, community groups and local institutions. Conduct monitoring, documentation and reporting of project results. Strengthen collaboration with government, schools, traditional leaders and other stakeholders. Promote sustainability, community ownership and disaster preparedness. Qualifications and Experience Applicants must possess: A Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Rural Development, Development Studies, Community Development, Natural Resource Management or a related field. At least five (5) years’ relevant experience in livelihoods, food security, agriculture, resilience, climate adaptation or rural development programmes. Experience in climate-smart agriculture, community mobilisation and capacity building. Experience in donor-funded project implementation, monitoring and reporting. Valid driver’s licence. Motorcycle riding skills will be an added advantage. Desired Competencies Strong knowledge of livelihoods, food security and resilience programming. Sound understanding of climate-smart agriculture and climate adaptation. Strong facilitation, stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Excellent planning, reporting and problem-solving abilities. High levels of professionalism, integrity and accountability. Application Procedure Interested candidates should submit: Application Letter; Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with three referees; Copies of academic and professional qualifications; and Copy of a valid driver’s licence. Email: lc@nacrozmz.com Copy: cpc.zambia@nacrozmz.com Subject: Application – Livelihoods and Resilience Officer Closing Date: 16 October 2026 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. NACRO is an equal opportunity employer committed to integrity, accountability, inclusion and sustainable community development.Requirements
Qualifications and Experience Applicants must possess: A Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Rural Development, Development Studies, Community Development, Natural Resource Management or a related field. At least five (5) years’ relevant experience in livelihoods, food security, agriculture, resilience, climate adaptation or rural development programmes. Experience in climate-smart agriculture, community mobilisation and capacity building. Experience in donor-funded project implementation, monitoring and reporting. Valid driver’s licence. Motorcycle riding skills will be an added advantage. Desired Competencies Strong knowledge of livelihoods, food security and resilience programming. Sound understanding of climate-smart agriculture and climate adaptation. Strong facilitation, stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Excellent planning, reporting and problem-solving abilities. High levels of professionalism, integrity and accountability. Application Procedure Interested candidates should submit: Application Letter; Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with three referees; Copies of academic and professional qualifications; and Copy of a valid driver’s licence. Email: lc@nacrozmz.com Copy: cpc.zambia@nacrozmz.com Subject: Application – Livelihoods and Resilience Officer Closing Date: 16 October 2026 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. NACRO is an equal opportunity employer committed to integrity, accountability, inclusion and sustainable community development.Explore related jobs in Zambia
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