Overview
The FSL Officer – Livestock will focus on supporting livestock-based livelihoods, particularly for livestock herders and smallholder farmers. The officer will plan and monitor technically the implementation of livestock development and animal health related aspects of a project in Kunar province.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect and analyse information on animal production and health conditions.
- Identify the needs of vulnerable populations and propose interventions.
- Lead the implementation of planned animal production and animal health activities.
- Provide technical support and follow up Field Extension Agents and community groups.
- Define implementation modalities for livestock and animal health components.
- Travel frequently to project sites and mobilize stakeholders.
- Plan and oversee livestock vaccination and deworming campaigns.
- Conduct daily visits to project sites, providing information and technical advice.
- Deliver training to communities on animal production techniques and animal health.
- Work to establish community fodder banks and train livestock owners.
- Promote best practices in livestock husbandry.
- Ensure livestock interventions are inclusive.
- Provide regular updates and progress reports on livestock-related activities.
- Assist the FSL coordinator in preparing project plans.
- Prepare and implement action plan for quality monitoring.
- Mobilize and make communities aware of project objectives and MEAL systems.
Required Experience
- Minimum of three years of experience in a similar capacity.
- At least 3 years proven experience, skills and knowledge especially on shoats, fattening, dairy, poultry, apiculture, animal health and feed/fodder management and livestock extension services.
- Strong communication, analytical and reporting skills/techniques.
- Capable in organizing project activities and follow up a team.
- High level of understanding of Humanitarian working principles.
- Good knowledge in Sphere/LEGES standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science, livestock Development, Animal Health/veterinary science and other related/equivalent disciplines.
