Agriculture Officer

Skills Required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be willing to abide by Samaritans Purses code of conduct and understand the principals of Samaritans Purses statement of faith, as well as be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Attention to detail, anticipation and follow up are core values of the job function while maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality regarding contracts and salaries.
2. Must have ability to facilitate agricultural trainings with beneficiaries.
3. Possesses strong organizational and problem solving skills within a fast-paced environment.
4. Must be a self-started and internally driven to success and hard work.
5. Possesses strong cross-cultural communication skills, both written and verbal.
6. Strong leadership and management skills.
7. Must be a humble team player.
8. Ability to be flexible and adaptable, taking on additional responsibilities as needed.  
9. Knowledge of computer systems and its applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel including formulas/formatting.
10. He/she must have analytical and report writing skills.
11. High level of integrity and stewardship.
12. Committed to SP values and ethics.
13. Above average mathematical skills.
14. Possesses strong understanding of local area

Education / Experience Needed

• University degree in Agriculture, Animal husbandry or related Agriculture field required.
• Work experience with INGOs is preferred, but not required.  
• Experience designing and leading training for youth and adults.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.
• At least five years of relevant work experience.

LANGUAGE

Kurmanji Kurdish, Arabic, and English required.

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