Field Operations Assistant - Tra Vinh Community Development Project

SNV Netherlands Development Organisation (SNV) is a non-profit, international development organization founded 57 years ago, and now operating in 24 countries in Africa and Asia. Our global team of local and international advisors use their expertise in three sectors – Agri Food, Energy and Water systems as well as the cross-cutting topics of gender, social inclusion climate change and governance to contribute to solving some of the leading problems facing the world today. We work with local partners to equip communities, businesses and organizations with the tools, knowledge and connections they need to increase and gain access to basic services – empowering them to break the cycle of poverty and guide their own development.

SNV has been working in Vietnam since 1995, and currently has over 60 national and international staff. SNV Vietnam operates from a head office in Hanoi and projects in over 50 provinces in the country, including in the poorest and most remote areas.

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The Tra Vinh Community Development Project

SNV Vietnam is currently implementing a long-term Community Development Project (CDP) assigned by a near-shore wind power project developer – the Tra Vinh Wind Power No. 1 Joint Stock Company (TWPC) and Climate Fund Managers (CFM). The objective of the CDP is to deliver net positive environmental and social impacts in the areas and communities where TPWC is operational and therefore an associated CDP is required. The project areas are in Truong Long Hoa, Dan Thanh and Long Toan communes of Duyen Hai town and Ngu Lac commune of Duyen Hai district, Tra Vinh province.

The CDP focuses on improving local livelihoods by investing in market-based approaches and the development of inclusive value-chains for sustainable aquaculture and horticulture, as the main livelihood opportunities in the area. Interventions will have a strong emphasis on promoting climate resilient approaches and on women’s economic empowerment in the respective value-chains in the target areas. More information about CDP project can be found at: https://www.snv.org/project/community-development-project-tra-vinh-cdp-tra-vinh

Job Description

SNV is looking for a Field Operations Assistant who will be based in Duyen Hai Town, Tra Vinh province to support the field implementation of the CDP project.

Responsiblities

Overall task of the Field Operations Assistant will include the support for the day-to-day implementation of the project on the ground and collect data and information for project monitoring purposes. Under the leadership of the Project Manager (PM), the incumbent will provide the following tasks:

• Provide daily support in all project activities
  • Support to organise trainings/meetings/events/field work activities/study tours with project team and local stakeholders
  • Support for the procurement of input materials/devices for farming models
  • Work closely with farmers, farmer groups and local partners, especially supporting farmer groups/farmers for the implementation of sustainable peanut and shrimp production models
  • Takes photos and videos for the project.
• Other tasks
  • Support Project Manager and Field Coordinator on data collection and filing (hard and soft copies)
  • Attend project and Agri-Food Sector meetings and events
  • Other tasks as required by the Project Manager or Sector Leader

Qualifications

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in aquaculture, agriculture, environment or another relevant degree
• At least two years of work experience. Practical knowledge on extensive shrimp production is an advantage
• Is familiar and experienced working in Tra Vinh and/or the project areas
• Experience organizing trainings/meetings/events is desired
• Experience supporting women’s economic empowerment and social inclusion is an added advantage

Skills

• Proficiency in using common office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email)
• Good communication skills to interact and collaborate with farmers, local authorities and other stakeholders.
• Having English skills is an advantage.

Competencies

• Planning and organising: Good time management and organisations
• Problem solving: The ability to detect problems and proactively seek solutions with project team and managers to ensure smooth implementation
• Teamwork
• Result-oriented: focus on objectives and commit to deliver high-quality of results

Additional Information

SUPERVISOR

The Field Operations Assistant reports to the Project Manager and on a daily basis supports the Field Coordinator for project implementation activities.

CONTRACT DURATION 

1 year with the potential for renewal

CONTRACT TYPE 

SNV National Staff Contract 

DESIRED START DATE: ASAP

DUTY STATION: Duyen Hai, Tra Vinh

HOW TO APPLY 

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and letter of motivation in English until 03rd September 2024.

Applicants will be requested to provide us with the contact details of three people who are willing to act as a reference. We will only contact these references after your explicit permission.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should SNV wish to proceed with your application, two interviews with a Selection Committee will take place.

SNV is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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