UA56,591.37 USD89.289,.87

ROLE OVERVIEW

Under the supervision of the Principal Programme Officer, Animal Resources Development, the incumbent shall monitor and coordinate ECOWAS activities for the creation of an economic, structural and regulatory environment that enable the development of Livestock-Meat and Dairy Value Chains.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·        Coordinate the implementation of ECOWAS regulations on animal resources sector.

·        Monitor and participate in the activities of international regulatory bodies on meat, milk, fish – OIE, CODEX, SPS standards and EU industry standards.

·        Facilitate the analysis and compilation of data and information from animal production systems (livestock, poultry farming, milk, fish, etc.), meat and milk value chains (especially the strategic sectors decided by the highest authorities ECOWAS decision).

·        Support the professionalization and structuring of the livestock-meat and milk sectors and related activities in the ECOWAS area (OHADA code versus ECOWAS regulations).

·        Develop tools for mastering the technical routes of production and marketing of high value-added animal products in the ECOWAS region.

·        Establish public policy measures and mechanisms to increase food market shares.

·        Develop instruments allowing the labeling of “made in ECOWAS” products (in connection with ETLS and ECOWAS rules of origin).

·        Support the establishment of ECOWAS rural production certification systems for aquaculture, livestock, meat and milk (Fair Trade, Collective Certification in Organic Agriculture, HACCP, Organic Label, European Label, Good Codes farming practices, etc.).

·        Encourage the creation of new outlets, local employment opportunities and promotion of the cattle-meat and milk professions (reduction of unemployment and the migration of young people): private slaughterhouses, butchers, etc.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

·        Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Livestock Engineering, Agricultural Economics, Rural Economy, Veterinarians, Rural Development, Agronomy, or any other related relevant field from a recognized University.

·        5 years of professional experience in the field of livestock development, zoo-technics, animal and veterinary sciences, territorial development.

·        Broad experience as a program/project manager, project manager and programs.

·        Have at least experience in the fields of transhumance, pastoralism, management of territorial conflicts and regulatory issues, etc.

·        Have a very good knowledge of the stakes and problems of the livestock sector in the ECOWAS area.

·        Skills in agricultural policy formulation, project / program formulation, strategic planning or institutional and regulatory framework.

AGE LIMIT

Be below 50 years old. This provision does not apply to internal candidates.

ECOWAS KEY COMPETENCIES

·        Ability to persuade/influence others to consider a certain point of view, adopt a new idea or implement new methods and practices.

·        Ability to lead a team of trainees/junior staff and instill a spirit of teamwork to engage employees and achieve a well-defined set of activities.

·        Ability to respect chain of command in an appropriate manner.

·        Ability to resolve challenges that occur with minimal direction and/or to recommend and explain solutions or alternatives for approval.

·        Ability to utilize the Code of Ethics to manage self, others, information and resources.

·        Ability to mentor others and create feedback loops with supervisors, colleagues and the subordinates to build strong working relationships and improve performance.

·        Contribute to maintaining organizational unit’s performance goals and standards.

·        Interpersonal skills with ability to keep a client informed of progress or setbacks in projects of relevance to timeline, quality and quantity.

·         Ability to proactively interact with clients and build strong trusting relationships based on mutual respect and regular discussions.

·        Ability to establish and sustain professional credibility with clients/stakeholders in a manner that anticipates their need, mitigates issues and that carefully balances professional obligations with the need to be sensitive and responsive to their needs.

·        Ability to counsel, advise, consult and guide others on matters pertaining to assigned client service responsibilities and established client service standards.

·        Demonstrate respect for cultural differences, fairness and ability to relate well with people from varied backgrounds, nationality, gender, ethnicity, race and religion.

·        Understanding of diverse cultural views especially within West Africa, with sensitivity to group differences; ability to challenge bias and to practice tolerance and empathy.

·        Ability to listen actively, consider people’s concerns and apply judgement, tact and diplomacy.

·        Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive interactive environment that benefits from diverse strengths.

·        Ability and responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

·        Ability to encourage, empower, and advocate for people in an unbiased and transparent manner.

·        Knowledge of ECOWAS institutions, sectors, programmes and policies.

·        Knowledge of ECOWAS internal operational requirements of programs, projects, services and systems required to achieve work assignments and meet performance goals.

·        Knowledge of rules and procedures of ECOWAS associated assigned responsibilities and ability to explain these clearly to others.

·        Knowledge of the ECOWAS culture, structures and performance issues and priorities impacting assigned responsibilities.

·        Knowledge of member states development trends, indicators, challenges and opportunities as it relates to project/programme assigned to own position.

·        Ability to study data/information from a variety of sources, identify anomalies, trends and issues, present findings, and make  recommendations.

·        Ability to break down problems or processes into key parts to identify and solve gaps in service, quality assurance, compliance and performance targets.

·        Knowledge of and ability to apply techniques to generate creative ideas and new approaches to meeting goals.

·        Ability to use evidence and research to inform policies and programs and identify relevant and appropriate sources of information, including stakeholders, regional institutions and/or internal committees.

·        Demonstrate operational computer proficiency using appropriate tools.

·        Ability to make sound use of graphics and tables to effectively present numerical data to write semi-complex technical reports/proposals and edit/check templates, letters, etc.

·        Ability to convey information clearly and concisely in a succinct and organized manner through both writing and verbal means.

·        Exhibit interpersonal skills, make presentations, express opinions, and debate ideas with others in a constructive manner.

·        Proficiency in information communication technologies (ICT).

·        Fluency in oral and written expressions in one of the ECOWAS official languages of the Community (English, French & Portuguese). Knowledge of an additional one will be an added advantage.

·        Ability to develop, implement an individual action plan for achieving specific work goals.

·         Identify, organize, and monitor tasks throughout to facilitate execution.

·        Ability to contribute and/or lead on projects as per accepted project management standards and techniques, to co-ordinate contributions by others to set and meet deadlines.

·        Ability to organize work, set priorities, and work within timelines, giving attention to details, stakeholders, indicators and risks.

·        Ability to identify, collect and assess indicators to monitor performance and to take proactive remedial action as required.