International SWALIM expert

II.  Organizational Context

II. Objectives / Scope of Work

The Technical Expert will deliver the following activities under Output 3.2.1.2:

1.2.1.2  Strategic and Technical Oversight:

• • Provide expert guidance and technical oversight for the review of existing early warning and decision support tools in Somalia, to identify best practices and critical gaps.
  • Ensure the design of new decision-support tools for crop and livestock producers is based on international standards and methodologies.
  • Advise on the appropriate technological platforms and communication channels for the dissemination of early warning messages to maximize reach and impact.

3.2.1.2  Capacity Building and Quality Assurance:

• • Develop a training plan and provide technical support to the national SWALIM expert and project team on the development of decision-support tools and tailored early warning messages.
  • Conduct a quality assurance review of the drafted messages and tools to ensure clarity, accuracy, and effectiveness.
  • Advise on a sustainable operational and maintenance plan for the “Warning” platform to ensure its long-term viability.

3.2.1.2  Knowledge Transfer:

• • Introduce international best practices and lessons learned from other countries regarding digital EWS and decision-support systems for agriculture.
  • Contribute to the project’s final reports and documentation, providing an international perspective on the project’s successes and recommendations for future upscaling.

• An inception report with a detailed work plan.
• A strategic review and recommendations report on the EWS and decision-support tools.
• Training materials and a report on capacity-building activities for the national team.
• A quality assurance report on the developed tools and messages.
• A section in the final project report detailing international best practices and lessons learned.

University Degree or  higher in Climate Science, Hydrology, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience and Skills:

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in developing, deploying, and managing digital EWS and decision-support tools in a developing country context. Proven experience providing strategic oversight and capacity building to national teams.

Languages:

·       Fluency in English and working knowledge of Somali are required.

To apply for this position, please submit your application and updated CV to:
Hr@moecc.gov.so
CC: dg@moecc.gov.so

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