Technical Specialist

Job Description

IICA invites dedicated individuals to the Technical Specialist position, focusing on the sustainable development of agriculture and the rural milieu through strategic planning and technical cooperation in Dominica. Your efforts will significantly impact our ability to achieve long-term sustainability and enhance agricultural practices.

Responsibility

Under the direction and management of the Representative in the ECS:

• Collaborate and consult with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Blue and Green Economy, other key Government Ministries and other public and private sector stakeholders engaged in agriculture, rural development and related areas of activity in order to assess, evaluate and elaborate the National Technical Cooperation Agenda and to prepare annual action plans for its implementation;
• Prepare, implement and monitor Annual National Strategic Plan, Technical Cooperation Actions, and budget for the IICA Delegation in Dominica in support of the delivery of a strong technical cooperation programme which is aligned with the Institute’s Medium-Term Plan, IICA ECS Programme of Work, Caribbean regional strategy and the national policies, plans and priorities of the Government of Dominica;
• Engage relevant senior officials including Ministers of Government to provide periodic briefings on the activities of the Institute and to ensure effective participation of Ministers and other senior officials in the Institute’s Governing bodies and other important fora/meetings;
• Contribute to the formulation, resource mobilization, negotiation and implementation of technical cooperation projects and activities at the hemispheric, regional and sub-regional levels including the provision of technical support as requested for the implementation of the national technical cooperation actions in other Member Countries of the Eastern Caribbean States;
• Organize, manage and prepare adequate and timely reports and make entries into the Integrated Management System on the implementation of the National Annual Strategic Plan in Dominica and for all other activities in which the Technical Specialist is providing support and has responsibility;
• Prepare Annual Reports of IICA’s Contribution to the promotion of competitive and sustainable agriculture in Dominica and coordinate the hosting of the IICA Annual Accountability Seminar in the country where the Annual Report is presented;
• Coordinate with and directly supervise the Assistant Executive Secretary to ensure that the Institute’s administrative and accounting procedures are adhered to, all deadlines are met and effective internal and external communication systems are in place including those that enhance the visibility of the Institute’s technical cooperation actions;

Experience and Qualifications

• University degree in agriculture or related area. (Postgraduate degree or other form of graduate studies in the same areas would be an asset.)
• Formal training or proven working experience in matters related to agriculture, trade facilitation, project development or agribusiness development.
• Suitable work experience in planning and implementing projects in the agriculture or related areas.
• Ability to work with the full range of stakeholders in the agriculture and related sectors.
• Good writing; presentation; and interpersonal skills.

Benefits and Others

Remuneration: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

Application with Curriculum Vitae, proof of qualifications and the names and contact information of two (2) references, and a copy of a valid Driver’s Licence should be sent to: The Representative, IICA Delegation in Dominica, Botanical Gardens, Roseau, Dominica via email: iica.dm@iica.int

Closing date for receipt of applications: April 23, 2024

NOTE: Only short-listed applicants will be acknowledged