Are you aiming to work for an organization where it is worthwhile investing your personality, your skills and your time? Are you looking for a job that is exciting and has clear goals? Welcome to Welthungerhilfe!

We are one of the largest and most respected private organisations for development cooperation and humanitarian aid in Germany. As a politically and confessionally independent organisation, our value-oriented actions are always based on ethical principles. Our vision is clear: "Zero Hunger by 2030" - If you want to become part of this joint mission and support us in the fight against hunger worldwide, we look forward to receiving your application as:

The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract duration of one year. There are good prospects for an extension. Employment location will be Torit, South Sudan.

Welthungerhilfe’s Programme in South Sudan aims to improve the food and nutrition security of its vulnerable population, mainly smallholder farmers and internally displaced population, by supporting these target groups in re-building their livelihoods and strengthening their resilience. As Head of Project Agricultural/Agribusiness development, you will manage and implement a project based on the specified directives in terms of content, schedule and budget. You will be responsible for its coordination, planning and operative implementation while ensuring an appropriate use of funds as well as a correctly and duly reporting to Welthungerhilfe's Country Office and donors.

Your responsibilities

• Ensuring that all project relevant support (monitoring, logistics, finance administration, etc.) is in place
• Carrying out the project planning, implementation, monitoring and the project's financial control
• Reporting to the Country Director/Area Manager/Programme coordinator on the progress of the project(s)
• Recruiting and managing staff according to Welthungerhilfe's policies
• Ensuring the implementation of Welthungerhilfe's HR policies and their adaptation to local conditions
• Contributing to the development of country policies and strategies
• Making project purchases according to internal procurement guidelines
• Monitoring of logistical procedures, including warehouse management, inventory control and distribution reports
• Representing Welthungerhilfe in relevant fora/clusters at state and national levels and within the humanitarian community

Your profile

• A university or polytechnic degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Development or equivalent qualifications that are commensurate with this position
• A minimum of 7 years of project and management experience in carrying out emergency/transitional measures with international aid agencies
• Regional working experience in South Sudan would be an asset
• BMZ donor experience would be a great advantage
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Coordination and organisational skills - even under a high workload
• A high level of mental and physical resilience and readiness to travel to areas with volatile local conditions
• Excellent spoken and written English, German language skills would be an asset

Our offer

We offer you the opportunity to work in a responsible and interesting field as part of an extremely dedicated team. Welthungerhilfe attaches great importance to the personal and professional development of its employees and the balance of their work and private life. Remuneration is based on our gender-independent salary scale. In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which are listed under "Our benefits".