Aug 22, Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada Consultant for an Environmental and Social Impact Analysis Jobs in Malawi

Who We Are

The Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada (CDF Canada) is an international development organization founded in 1947. Our mission is to improve lives and livelihoods by supporting the creation and growth of sustainable co-operative enterprises.

Working alongside our partners and guided by co-operative principles, we employ a research-based and data-driven approach to our projects. We aim to enhance knowledge, build capacity, and engage in dialogue with local governments to positively influence cooperative laws and regulations.

For over 75 years, we have used our insights, expertise, and financial acumen to help establish community-owned cooperatives, fostering prosperity and self-reliance in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

Our international projects focus on bridging agriculture and financial access, addressing gender inequality, promoting financial inclusion, and enhancing resilience and sustainability. Additionally, our work contributes to numerous UN Sustainable Development Goals, including clean economic growth and the promotion of health and rights for women and children.

Purpose & Objective

The Integrating Aquaculture-Agriculture to Combat Food Insecurity in Malawi (IAAM Project) is a five (5) year, initiative funded by the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad). The goal of the project is to increase the productivity and income of and access to markets by small-scale food producers, especially women, engaged in the integrated aquaculture-agriculture system (IAAS) comprising fish, crops, livestock, and agroforestry sub-systems to combat food insecurity.

Requirements & Qualifications

Experience preparing ESIAs and ESMPs for international development projects in Malawi.

At least 10 years of extensive experience in applying participatory methodologies for data collection and developing environmental strategies that address gender concerns within the food security sectors, possess strong professional knowledge in aquaculture, agriculture, environment, rural development, food security, gender, and co-operative development.

Experience in the area of environmental, aquaculture, and agriculture with proof of activities carried out within the last 5 years.

Good knowledge and understanding of alternative development in food security, aquaculture and agriculture.

Good understanding of poverty, social and cultural issues.

In-depth knowledge of environmental and climate change issues.

Demonstrated high level of professionalism and an ability to work independently and in high pressure situations and under tight deadlines.

Work experience in NGO’s, INGO’S, donor funded projects and other relevant institutions will be an added advantage,

Excellent analytical skills.

Willing to travel within Malawi

Ability to write and communicate in English.Knowledge and understanding of the politics, economics, culture and society in Malawi

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada Consultant for an Environmental and Social Impact Analysis Jobs in Malawi

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