Program Support Specialist /Agronomist

This entry-level specialist assists with development and implementation of child development programs and interventions. The specialist generally provides basic knowledge in one subspecialties in this field and is helpful in holistic child development areas. At this career level, may still be learning and assisting more skilled professionals and generally works under the guidance of her or his supervisor or a more experienced specialist or as a team member on larger projects.

Responsibilities

Maintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ, maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Compassion, and faithfully upholds Compassion’s ministry in prayer.

Acts as an advocate to raise the awareness of the needs of children. Understands Christ’s mandate to protect children. Commits to and prioritizes child protection considerations in all decision-making, tasks and activities across the ministry. Abides by all behavioral expectations in Compassion’s Statement of Commitment to Child Protection and Code of Conduct. Reports any concerns of abuse, neglect or exploitation of children through Compassion’s internal reporting process and appropriately supports responses to incidents if they occur.

Monitors and evaluates the tree nursery to ensure its sustainability and effectiveness, trains and supervises a local team on production techniques and nursery management.

Contributes to the work of partnership facilitators and cross-functional staff and managers within an assigned area of specialty. Supports child development community learning and improvement among staff and other stakeholders. Assists Christian community leaders to champion transformation in their communities. May also contribute to special initiatives.

As directed, helps to deliver programming within a single area of expertise. Consolidates local data to identify common gaps and patterns. Maintains and supports the implementation of strategy within assigned area.

Provides a detailed work plan for the implementation of the tree nursery. Hired and Supervises an FCP-based staff to care for the Tree Nursery. Selected appropriate plant species based on the project objectives and local conditions.

Setting up the necessary infrastructure (greenhouses, irrigation systems, composting areas, etc.).

Provides information to management and other decision-makers regarding allocation of appropriate resources.

Assists with implementing and monitors specific holistic child development strategies and interventions. Works with partnership facilitators by ensuring intervention records, reports, and other documentation are accurate, complete and delivered to appropriate stakeholders.

Helps prepare data, reports, and findings to support management and key stakeholders in improving program initiatives, interventions and child outcomes.

Faith

Has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Culture

Accountable for supporting, upholding, and engaging in Compassion's core "Cultural Behaviors" in all internal and external communication and relationships.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy.

Experience

Significant experience in the establishment and management of tree nurseries.

In-depth knowledge of plant production techniques, particularly in tree nurseries.

Project management skills and the ability to supervise a team.

Excellent knowledge of irrigation, fertilization, and plant disease control techniques.

Good communication and training skills.

Licenses and Certifications

At least one (1) certificate in trash management and provide proof of it.

Working Environment

The Agronomist will be assigned to the Compassion regional office in Cap-Haitien.

Office – Standard Office Environment

Physical Demands

Sitting, standing, and/or walking for up to 8 hours per day

Travel Requirements

Travel required to the project’s target areas.

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