Manager Project

PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY

Years/ Country Organization Positions Held Donors Work experiences

Pursuit of a challenging career in Food Security Livelihood program designing, implementation, monitoring and evaluation in complex environment where I can demonstrate my technical and coordination skills contribute to the organization.

Ideal candidate for position requiring drive, initiative, positive thinking, multi-cultural approach, responsibility and challenges.

2014 IRAQ

Livelihood Assessment Expert ACF France Identify & design Livelihood project in camps

2009– 2013

PAKISTAN

Food Security Livelihood Program Manager World Bank/JSDF Food Security & Livelihood focus on applied Research Pilot project for coastal farmers

2008

SOUTH SUDAN

Food Security Livelihood Program Manager ECHO Food Security Livelihood during post emergency (distribution of seeds and tools, fishing kits,

IGA kits and community seeds saving and Marketing survey

2006 -2008

LIBERIA

Food Security Program Manager ECHO Assessment on feasibility of vegetable gardening in Slums located

Area, Seeds & tools, strengthen CBO, Seeds storage techniques, CFW, during the resettlement phase

2000–2006

SRI LANKA

Base Food Security Program Manager, Senior Asst. Program Manager and Asst. Program Manager ECHO, EU, ACF

Post emergency as Tsunami affected and War affected programs response Implementation, evaluation and monitoring of Middle and long term Food Security programs

1988 –2000

SRI LANKA

Agricultural Instructor &

Institutional Organizer Govt./Department Extension work for farmers disseminating technologies to increase their agricultural productivity, distribution of trees and agro wells under the subsidy programs, conducting farmer training, demonstration & Organize and facilitate to establish FO

Pursuit of a challenging career in Food Security Livelihood program designing, implementation, monitoring and evaluation in complex environment where I can demonstrate my technical and coordination skills contribute to the organization.

Ideal candidate for position requiring drive, initiative, positive thinking, multi-cultural approach, responsibility and challenges.

CERTIFICATIONS TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

One day Outdoor team adventures Training in Bhurban, Pakistan by HR Academy

3 days ACF Security Management Training in Islamabad, Pakistan by redr

6 days Workshop on ACF Food Security & Livelihood Assessments in Nairobi. Kenya organized by ACF

PAD (Pre-Departure training for expatriate) organized by ACF HQ Paris, France

5 days Middle level management training (Team and Projects Management Training) organized by ACF HQ,

3 Days workshop on Self Help Group Formation and Establishment of CBO organized by Danish Refugees Council

1-week workshop on Participatory Need Assessment conducted by GTZ, Sri Lanka

Several trainings (Preparation of Agricultural Radio Program, Grapes cultivation & Extension methodology) conducted by Dept. of Agriculture –Sri Lanka and 3 weeks Pre-service training for Institutional Organizers (Agriculture, Irrigation, Rural sociology and communication module) conducted by the Agrarian research & training institute Colombo, Sri Lanka

Training delivered: • Identify and design Food security Livelihood projects in camps & slums located area.

• Project implementation, monitoring & evaluation with focus on agricultural applied research, Post Emergency responses & coordination.

• Developing training manuals and facilitating for staff related to agricultural technical trainings.

• Donor reporting.

• Data collection, survey, research & Report writing training for ACF Field staff

• Improved Agricultural practices training on Paddy, Wheat and Vegetable for ACF Field Staff

• Need assessment & Social Mobilization Training for ACF field staff

• Project Cycle Management Training for ACF Field staff

• Selection of site for demo plot and soil sampling methodology for ACF Field staff

EDUCATION SKILLS

Hardy Senior Technical College, Ampara, Sri Lanka

National Diploma in Technology (Agriculture)- 1983-85

In-Plant training in 3 different research Centres, Sri Lanka

Agricultural Research Station, Maha Iluppallama,

Livestock Experimental Farm, Peradeniya, and Minor

Export Research Station, Matale, - 1986-87 Computer

• MS Office

• Sphinx software

Language

• Mother tongue Tamil

• Fluent in English & Sinhala.

JOB HISTORY

Livelihood Assessment Expert Action Contre-la Faim April, 2014 – Jun, 2014 Kurdistan, Iraq

To identify and design Livelihood projects in camps in Kurdistan region – Iraq (Livelihood projects for Syrian refugees).

Design of ACF livelihood programs in Syrian refugees camps in KRI.

Expected Deliverables:

A synthetic report including:

The methodology, synthesis of the findings, key persons met, planning, on-going and forecasted livelihood projects carried out by other actors; Technical sheets (one per livelihood option) describing the feasibility of the different identifies options (including market studies), the related budget, the condition of success, and the suggested methodology of assistance;

A concept note (or several) including a description of the activities, LFA, and Budget.

FSL Program Manager Action Contre-la Faim Oct, 2009 – April, 2013 Thatta, Sindh, Pakistan

Applied research pilot project on improve “living standards of coastal Thatta 400 small farmers and Tenants”. Funded by World Bank /JSDF Budget for FSL: 1445650 US$

Program implementation, reporting, capacity building and representation at field level in the Base and Project sites. Although directly managed by the Field Co, performed technical aspects of project implementation as per the FSLCO’s technical guidance / advices and followed up. Managed the below FSL World Bank programming in the province.

Guided the provincial FSL team their programming, coordinated with Nutrition and WASH teams.

• Defined program implementation modalities (targeting criteria, mobilization modalities, local partnerships, participant training curricula, monitoring systems, staff schedules, etc.) in coordination with Field Co.

• Quality and integrity of implementation, including adherence to technical guidelines, administrative systems, and established deadlines.

• Identify and respond to related staff capacity building priorities.

• Department staffs introduce, reinforce and promote ACF’s charter, mandate and scope of activities to beneficiaries and stakeholders.

• Regular project monitoring that includes participatory methods, program progress, effectiveness of ACF facilitation, progress toward achieving targets, ability to measure stated indicators, program adherence to methodology, budget expenditure, etc.

• Evaluated the relevance and appropriateness of current and future programming in relation to FSL activities in the local context.

• Contributed to agency contingency planning for possible WASH emergency response

• Prepare internal and external reports for ACF and donors, including expenditure plans and Situational Reports.

• Mainstreaming gender, protection and DRR in project/program activities.

Led FSL World Bank department staff in the Province

• Carried out staff recruitment and capacity building; identified staff and stakeholder training needs; conducted regular appraisals and draft/revised Job Descriptions as needed.

• At regular intervals (minimum beginning, middle and end of projects) brief relevant staff on proposals and related fieldwork.

• Provided technical support to staff and promoted learning based on project objectives and activities and documentation and sharing of learning with other sectors and programs.

• Staff responsibilities are clearly defined and understood, with performance objectives set against work plans and regularly monitored.

• Facilitated Security Plans and SOPs are followed by FSL teams both when in Office and field areas as per Field Co, HoBs instructions

Implemented FSL World Bank project, monitoring and evaluation in the province in collaboration with Logistics and Administration, FSL program designing and budgeting, in collaboration with the Field Co.

• Baseline surveys prior to implementation of projects (Technical Assessment, KAP Survey, HH etc).

• Project Procurement Planning, and financial forecasting regarding FSL programming.

• Timely submitted of Procurement Request forms to Logistics.

• Developed and maintained (with the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning [MEAL] officer) program monitoring and reporting system.

• Implemented Regular monitoring and impact assessment of FSL activities and incorporate lessons learned to existing programs on a timely basis

• Contributed to developing concept papers and proposals for prospective donors.

• Participated in updates of the ACF Pakistan FSL strategy, in addition to the larger country strategy to which it contributes.

Component A: Increase autonomy / self-sufficiency on agricultural inputs,

• Mobilized of 400 farming households for introduction of saline tolerant seeds and seed saving techniques in cooperation with Pakistan Agricultural Research Council,

• Conducted soil analysis within 2 Union Councils to identify appropriate certified saline tolerant seeds,

• Distributed certified saline tolerant seeds and required inputs to 400 households and conduct an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) to identify/mitigate any potential adverse environmental impact during three cultivable seasons,

• Implemented for 3 Farmer Organizations in improved agricultural techniques trainings and on-farm natural resource management (e.g. seed saving techniques and mesquite harvesting) & Distribution of vouchers for community seed saving containers to 20 farming communities,

Component B: Reinforcing agricultural wholesale markets: Establishment of 6 wholesale markets within targeted zones within 3 years,

• Mobilized 3 Farmer Organizations for cooperative marketing of agricultural products, Mobilized 4 wholesale buyers to participate in wholesale market &

• Facilitated Transport agricultural products to major transportation lines 6 times and

Component D: Increase knowledge and analysis in the livelihood sector for Thatta district coastal areas:

• Conducted livelihood surveys at the beginning and the end of the project,

• Presented the results to the main actors involved in the area,

• Disseminated of the reports,

Represented ACF below

• Externally and collaborated/coordinated with government authorities, NGOs, and UN agencies on FSL issues at district level in coordination with Field Co.

• Participated in district and provincial-level FSL early recovery working group meetings and other relevant humanitarian/recovery coordination meetings.

• Shared all the relevant stakeholders have enough information about ACF’s background, program, objectives, working areas, duration of programs and activities in the field.

• As Focal point for senior management and donor field visits to departmental work sites, supported by the Field Co.

• External meetings/coordination to advocate for issues that fall outside the ACF operation mandate.

• Good relationship with district and province technical authorities.

• Prepared and MOUs are in place with relevant district/province stakeholders.

FS Program Manager Action Contre-la Faim June, 2008 –Dec, 2008 Bentiu, South Sudan

Continue Management of Food security Livelihood activities in Bentue- South Sudan. Supervised the entire implementation and follow up of a Food Security livelihoods and agricultural support to around 3000 beneficiaries (most vulnerable) in Bentue district, South Sudan. Funded by ECHO: 750,000 Euro

Distribution of seeds & tools, IGA kits, Fisheries kits and training for community working groups,

Implementation of surveillance

Capacity building for the agricultural staff and community leaders,

Followed up of Humanitarian context analysis and program,

Designed, Managed and trained direct staff, Co-followed up of Budgets, IOF, Monthly forecasts, Donor's reporting,

Coordinated at the base level, with others partners and good relationship with local authorities and etc.

FS Program Manager Action Contre-la Faim May, 2008 – June, 2008 Monrovia, Liberia

Assessment on feasibility of vegetable gardening program.

Evaluated relevance and feasibility of vegetable gardening program in slums located in or suburb Monrovia.

Designed an appropriate LFA depending on the relevance and feasibility of a program,

FS Program Manager Action Contre-la Faim Dec, 2006 –May, 2008 Vahun, Lofa, Liberia

Management of Food security activities in Lofa County- Liberia. Supervised the entire implementation and follow up of a livelihoods and agricultural support to around 2000 beneficiaries (newly returnees and most vulnerable) in Vahun district, Lofa County, Liberia. Funded by ECHO: 500,000 Euro

Coordinated at the base level, with others partners and relationship with local authorities and good relationship with local authorities etc.

Distribution of seeds and tools including Food ration (seed protection supported by WFP), seeds and tools.

training for community working groups,

Establishment of Rice bank including training sessions focused on trading and management,

Cash for work during cash crop rehabilitation activities,

Followed up of Humanitarian context analysis and program, designing, Managed and trained and direct staff,

Co-followed up of Budgets, IOF, Monthly forecasts for FS department

Donor's reporting,

Base FS Program Manager Action Contre-la Faim May, 2005 – Nov., 2006 Trincomalee, Sri Lanka

Implemented continue post emergency (Tsunami affected) response and War affected program response in Sri Lanka.

Implementation, evaluation and monitoring of Middle and long term Food Security programs funded by ACF, under the supervision of the FS coordinator.

Develop methodologies & design activities that will enable to reach program objectives.

Designed workshops & training sessions to assist the field staff and other resource persons in conducting these sessions.

Coordination & collaboration with local authorities, technical departments, other departments and other organization.

Assisted HOB & Admin in the preparation of Budget forecasts and follow up the budget allocated to the FS Programs

Submitted monthly reports, program updates and donor's reports,

Acted as a focal person in case of security incidents, ensure the instructions are strictly followed which given by the HOB or Log Officer.

Directly managed all the FS staff under my responsibilities.

Senior Asst. Program Manager Action Contre-la Faim April, 2004 – April, 2005 Trincomalee, Sri Lanka

Implemented War affected program response and suddenly shifted to emergency during Tsunami response in Sri Lanka

Implementation & follow up Food Security programs funded by European Commission, under the supervision of Expatriates in charge

Participation in proposal writing & the development of ACF strategy in Sri Lanka

Liaison & coordination with local authorities, technical departments and other organization.

Organization & supervision of Field Staff

Asst. Program Manager Action Contre-la Faim March, 2000 – March, 2004 Trincomalee, Sri Lanka

Implemented & followed up Food Security programs funded by European Commission, under the supervision of Expatriates in charge

Participation in proposal writing & the development of ACF strategy in Sri Lanka

Liaison & coordination with local authorities, technical departments and other organization.

Organization & supervision of Field Staff

Agricultural Instructor Department of Agriculture Jan, 1996– March, 2000 Trincomalee, Sri Lanka

In charge for the below activities

Extension office and materials in the range level and managing the care taker

Participating cultivation meetings, divisional coordination meeting and project coordination meeting

Extension work for farmers to uplift their standard of living through disseminating technologies to increase their agricultural productivity such as Paddy, vegetables, Fruits and Other field crops

Selection & distribution of fruit trees and agro wells under the subsidy program funded by the Government

Conducting farmer training and demonstrations in the field level and implementing farmer field days and reporting.

Institutional Organizer Ministry of lands irrigation Feb, 1988– Dec, 1995 Trincomalee, Sri Lanka

Implemented the below activities under the Integrated System Management Project (ISMP) and Major Irrigation rehabilitation Project (MIRP) in two districts as Polonnaruwa and Trincomalee

Organize and facilitate to establish farmer organization

Facilitate to contact between farmers & technical services (Dept. of Agriculture, Dept. of Irrigation, Dept. of Agrarian Services, fertilizer corporation…etc.)

Organizing the farmer at different levels such as, field channel and distribution channels of Major/minor irrigation projects to support the farmers in order to improve their irrigation management system.

Facilitate the supply of inputs (fertilizers, agro chemicals …etc.) to farmer organization during the conflict

Strengthen farmer organization (Production planning, financial management, development of small-scale industries…etc.

Other activities:

Trainings Delivered Trained the ACF staff for below

• Report writing weekly and monthly

• Selection of site demonstration plot location & Soil sampling methodology for soil testing

• Data collection, data entry, analysis and draft reporting for surveys & research

• Improved Agricultural agronomy practices ToT training on Paddy, Wheat and Vegetable

• Project Cycle Management training, need assessment and Social mobilization training

Survey Conducted • Baseline survey on Conventional cropping practices with ACF in Pakistan

• Baseline survey on Marketing (Producer, Trader, Commission agent, Wholesaler, Retailer) with ACF in Pakistan

Agriculture related research/ survey: • Post Distribution Monitoring & Post Harvest Monitoring of Paddy, Wheat & vegetables: prepared survey formats, designed and selected sample respondents, supervised the PDM, entered the data, analyzed the data and prepared PDM and PHM report.

• Rapid Assessment of flood affected area in Thatta: Prepared Formats with the consultation of PM – FSL, supervised the survey, entered and analyzed the data and prepared the report.

• Conventional Farmers practices baseline survey: the baseline was conducted by the previous team, I have done data analysis and prepared the report.

Training manual/Survey report • Marketing Survey - March 2011 (A Baseline Survey of Agriculture Marketing System) in Keti Bander & Kharo-Chan Talukas of District Thatta, Sindh, Pakistan.

• Farmer Manual-improved agricultural and better management of Natural resources-2013, District Thatta, Sindh, Pakistan.

Material Developed • Strategy papers for implementation of various components of the ACF – FSL project funded by World bank /JSDF

• Designed and executed Post Distribution and Post Harvesting Monitoring tools and prepared PDM and PHM reports

• Prepared innovative presentations on the cost – benefit ratio of various crops under the project (for Farmer Days)

• Tools for research observation records, research strategy and prepared research reports

REFERENCES

1. Valerie Ginhoux

Food Security Livelihood Head of Project (FSLHOP)

ACF Mission Jordan/Iraq.

Email: ******@**.********-***.***

Mobile No: +964 (0-751-***-**-**

Skype: ACF HoD FSLJordan Iraq

2. John Batey. (Former Field Co, ACF)

Field Manager,

Save the Children, Zaatari Refugee Camp in Jordan, Middle East.

E-mail: ****.*****@***************.***

Mobile No.: +962-*********

Skype: john.batey4

3. Cadassou Samuel Adjete (Former FS & Nutrition Co, ACF)

ICRC delagate as. Economy Security.

ICRC Delegate in Bambari - CAR

Mobile: +236-**-**-**-**

Email: ******.********@*******.**

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