Food Security and Livelihoods Officer

Food & Hospitality
January 20, 2024

Job Description

Job title: Food Security and Livelihoods Officer

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Job description: Ready to be a driving force, working with a team dedicated to strengthening global food security and nutrition, and sustainable livelihoods as our dynamic Food Security and Livelihoods Officer?

Could the Food Security and Livelihoods Officer be your chance to support our National Society partners around the world in strengthening technical and program management? Imagine efficiently executing interventions, navigating emergencies and programs with National Society partners in the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement. Can you picture contributing to our strategic goals and passionately working with Red Cross/Red Crescent staff around the world? Enhancing food and nutrition security, fostering sustainable livelihoods with communities in crisis? If so, this role is for you.

A day in the life of the Food Security and Livelihoods Officer will involve:

  • Conducting in-depth research, developing briefings, and monitoring trends for strategic updates.
  • Representing FSL advisory in emergency and regional forums, providing essential technical input.
  • Leading reporting for Hunger Crises, confirming inputs for comprehensive quarterly reports.
  • Assisting in managing delegate registers, communication, and facilitating deployments..

To be a successful Food Security and Livelihoods Officer, you’ll need:

  • A degree level qualification or equal work experience in food security, livelihoods programming, or rural development,
  • Excellent admin and organisational skills, demonstrating accurate attention to detail and record-keeping.
  • Proven ability to prioritise and manage work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, delivering on time and meeting specific objectives.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, adept at tailoring messages for diverse audiences.

The closing date for applications is 23.59 on the of 7th January 2024. Please note, we reserve the right to close applications early, given high volume.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

  • Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
  • Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
  • Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
  • Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
  • Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
  • Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
  • Team Working: Support our mission in a collaborative team.
  • Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
  • Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.

Connecting human kindness with human crisis

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Expected salary: £28087 per year

Location: London

Job date: Sat, 23 Dec 2023 03:03:47 GMT

Expected salary: £28087 per year

Location: London

Job date: Fri, 05 Jan 2024 04:15:02 GMT

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