Food & Market Systems Expert

Master’s or PhD Degree in Agronomy or Relevant Field

• Additional training or demonstrated expertise in Food Systems, Market Systems Development (MSD), Business Development Support (BDS), value chain development, or private sector engagement is an asset.
• Additional training or demostrated expertise in climate-resilience is a strong asset.

Job-related professional experience

• 5 to 7 years’ professional experience in relevant sectors such as agricultural development, food systems, economic recovery, market systems development, business development, value chain development, or private sector engagement.
• Experience coordinating with private sector actors and technical consultants is an asset.
• Experience working with NGOs or development projects is an asset.
• Previous working experience in Dhi Qar Governorate and demonstrated good understanding of the local agricultural, market, and institutional context are strong assets.

Languages:

• Fluent in Arabic
• Professional Proficiency in English

Miscellaneous

• The position is not required to be based in Dhi Qar Governorate; however, willingness and ability to undertake regular field visits to Dhi Qar are required. During field missions and office-based work in Dhi Qar, the expert will be hosted at the office of WHH’s local implementing partner.
• The position is expected to contribute approximately 40% level of effort, equivalent to an average of two working days per week. This schedule is flexible and will be adjusted according to project needs. At times, the staff member may be required to work full weeks during periods of intensive activity, followed by lighter weeks when fewer activities are scheduled.

Interested candidates should apply with their updated CV and a cover letter via WHH’s online recruiting portal by clicking here. The deadline to receive applications will be September 07, 2026.

Successful applicants will be vetted as per WHH’s anti-terrorism screening process.