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Agriculture Specialist

Job Description

  • Job title: Agriculture Specialist
  • Location: Aden with field visits to : (Lahj and Al-Hudaydah West Coast)
  • Travel Required: Local travel
  • Reporting to: Projects and Liaison Coordinator.
  • Start Date: Immediately About AFH:

Action For Humanity International is a non-government organization dedicated to providing humanitarian aid,
advocating for social justice, and promoting sustainable development in Yemen and other areas in need across the globe. Since our inception, we have been addressing some of the most urgent humanitarian crises, while endeavoring to find long-term solutions that enhance the welfare of the communities we serve.

Action for Humanity is seeking an experienced and motivated agricultural consultant to join its team as a trainer. The consultant will work with the organization's staff and partner organizations to provide training and technical assistance to smallholder farmers in rural communities.

Summary:

The Agriculture consultant will be responsible for coordinating and implementing agriculture projects in [insert location]. The Agricultural consultant will work closely with project partners and stakeholders to ensure project goals and objectives are met. The consultant will also be responsible for ensuring the project is implemented in accordance with the project plan and budget.

Responsibilities:

1.    Project Coordination

  • The Agricultural consultant will be the focal point for the of the agriculture component in accordance with the project plan and budget.
  • Develop and maintain project work plans and timelines.
  • Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to the project Coordinator.
  • identify project risks and report them to the projects Coordinator who will develop mitigation strategies as necessary.
  • Ensure project activities are implemented in accordance with the project guidelines, objectives, polices, SoPs, relevant laws and regulations.
  • Coordinate the implementation of the agriculture activities with the relevant stake holders and beneficiaries.

2.     Partnership Management

  • Foster and maintain positive relationships with project stakeholders.
  • Work collaboratively with project stakeholders to ensure project goals and objectives are met.
  • Facilitate regular meetings with project stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.

3.     Reporting and Documentation

  • Develop and submit regular project reports to project partners and stakeholders.
  • Ensure project documentation is up-to-date and accurate.
  • Ensure project data is collected and stored in accordance with relevant data protection laws and regulations.

4.    Technical and Training Supervisor

  • Conduct the needed assessments of the targeted areas for the identification of the specifications of the tractors that will be distributed to the farmers.
  • Ensure that training programs are relevant and effective.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make recommendations for improvement.
  • Provide guidance and support to project team members.
  • Ensure compliance with training reporting requirements.
  • Prepare and submit training reports to project, stakeholders, and donor.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Rural Development, or a
  • related
  • Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in agricultural projects, preferably with NGOs, INGOs, or development organizations.
  • Strong background in agricultural practices, mechanization (tractors and equipment), and rural livelihoods.

Other Requirements:

  • Knowledge of relevant agricultural policies, regulations, and standards.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English and local language(s).
  • Willingness to travel to field locations as required.
  • Proven knowledge of agricultural systems, technologies, and value chains.
  • Experience in conducting field assessments and identifying technical specifications for agricultural equipment.
  • Strong understanding of training design, delivery, and evaluation.
  • Good knowledge of project cycle management, including planning, monitoring, and reporting.
  • Familiarity with data collection tools and reporting systems.

AFH Values:

We uphold the Humanitarian Principles: humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and independence as well as “Do No Harm.” We value:

  • Integrity
  • Adaptability
  • Collaboration
  • Inclusivity
  • Sustainability

Our key values: 

BELIEVE IN THE CAUSE

  • We believe in supporting people in need. Changing and saving lives for the better is what drives us.

WORK TOGETHER

  • Teamwork is the backbone of our work’s success.

GIVE WITH GRIT

  • Being a ‘gritty’ person means to show resilience and act with optimism, confidence, and creativity as you strive for excellence.

MAKE LIFE BETTER

  • Ultimately, our work is to make life, in its holistic sense, better for everyone, and everything, including the environment.

How to Apply

Please send your applications by email to: recruitment.yemen@actionforhumanity.org indicating in the subject line: Agriculture Specialist
Please include: Detailed C.V. in English (Cover letter is not required but preferred) Applications with no clear indication of the subject in the email will not be considered Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline to send your application: Sep 30th, 2025