Website Frankfurt Zoological Society Zambia
Linking livelihoods and landscapes through conservation
About Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS)
Frankfurt Zoological Society is an international nature conservation organisation based in Frankfurt, Germany that coordinates projects in 18 countries. We envision a world where wildlife and wild lands are cherished and sustainably protected for their intrinsic and economic value to present and future generations. Our mission is to conserve wildlife and ecosystems focusing on protected areas and outstanding wild places. More than 1,600 colleagues work for FZS conservation projects worldwide. Our goal is the preservation of wildlife and wilderness. Together we protect biodiversity, the basis of human life. Our partners in the projects on site are local communities, nature conservation authorities, national park administrations and other NGOs. To learn more about us, visit www.fzs.org.
About the Project:
FZS Zambia (FZS-ZM) has a rich history of conservation, having been actively involved in the preservation of the North Luangwa Ecosystem since 1986 and the Nsumbu-Tanganyika region since 2017. Our mission at FZS-ZM is to bridge the connection between livelihoods and landscapes through conservation and enhancement efforts. We are dedicated to the continuous expansion of our initiatives, broadening both our geographical reach and thematic focus. These endeavours are made possible through FZS core funding, international government partners, and the contributions of private donors.
Your Tasks:
The agriculture expert consultant will play a crucial role in establishing school gardens to support the school feeding programme, nutrition, and production unit and ensure the sustainability of the gardens.
Consultancy duration
6 weeks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the current state of the school gardens and their production potential.
- Develop detailed plans for each demonstration site, including the layout of agricultural plots, implementation of wildlife-friendly practices, installation of deterrent measures, and construction of educational signage.
- Provide training and capacity-building sessions for schools on sustainable agricultural practices, soil management, pest control, and crop diversification.
- Develop recommendations for the long-term sustainability of the gardens, including soil health management, water conservation, and crop rotation.
Attributes:
- Self-motivated, disciplined and determined to work within the flexible nature of the work.
- Good communication skills
- Good writing skills.
- Ability and willingness to live in a rural setting.
- Ability to adhere to work ethics and NLCP core values.
Required skills, experience and qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of conservation agriculture methods.
- Basic practical experience working in rural setups with extreme weather conditions.
- Basic practical experience working with schools will be an added advantage.
Your Application:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae as a single document to jo[email protected].
Application Deadline: Sunday 20th October 2024 23:59hrs.
FZS values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity