Livelihoods & Sustainable Agriculture Advisor

Trócaire is seeking a Livelihoods & Sustainable Agriculture Advisor to join their global programmes division, based in locations including Ireland, UK, Malawi, Rwanda, or Zimbabwe. The role involves leading food systems, livelihoods, and natural resource management programming to drive transformation and support communities in tackling poverty and injustice. Candidates should have international experience and expertise in these areas. The position is a fixed-term contract for 2 years.
Are you energised by the thought of working in an organisation that supports people and communities to tackle the root causes of poverty and injustice? Do you love the idea of working in a global organisation with an inclusive and collaborative culture? Then Trocaire wants to hear from you! Read on for more details about this exciting opportunity.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join Trócaire's global programmes division where you will work as part of an innovative and collaborative team. You will play a pivotal role in driving transformation by leading our food systems, livelihoods and Natural Resource Management programming. You will work in a place where you will add value and help to change millions of lives around the world.

About Trócaire

Trócaire is an International NGO. We work with local partners in the world's most at-risk communities and with people in Ireland to tackle the underlying causes of poverty and injustice and respond to the crises they create. Together we bring about positive and lasting change for a just world.

Trócaire works in up to 20 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. We work towards five goals:
• Defend Human Rights and Promote Access to Justice;
• Achieve Climate & Environmental Justice;
• Ensure Women & Girls' Protection, Voice & Leadership;
• Save Lives and Protect Human Dignity and
• Mobilise the Public on the island of Ireland to achieve Global Justice

Do you want to know more about Trócaire, the organisation? Find out more at www.trocaire.org

Requirements

You will report to Climate and Environmental Justice Manager. The job opportunity will be offered on a fixed term contract for 2 years and can be based in Ireland, UK, Malawi, Rwanda and Zimbabwe. The candidate must have an existing right to live and work in the chosen location.

We're looking for someone with international experience and a deep understanding of Food systems, Agriculture, Livelihoods and Natural Resource Management to help drive Trócaire's ambitious work in these areas. This role calls for an experienced solutions-focused, critical thinker to scale impactful programmes and secure funding to expand our efforts.

You will offer high-quality technical support and strengthen capacity for country teams in areas like agroecology, natural resource management, livelihoods diversification, climate adaptation and resilience. A key focus will be on facilitating learning and collaboration across programmes, while strategically engaging with partners and networks to foster innovation, secure resources and raise the profile of Trócaire's transformative work on food systems, livelihoods and natural resource management.

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Closing Date for Applications is 9th May 2025

Benefits

What we can offer you:

Trócaire offers a competitive package of salary and benefits. We have an excellent range of work life balance friendly policies including flexible working arrangements.

Safeguarding Programme Participants-Children & Adults

Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse, and has clear expectations of all staff. Please ensure to click here for more information on Trócaire's safeguarding policies.

We welcome diverse applicants to join our inclusive workforce.

Trócaire is an equal opportunities employer. We are an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to bring their experiences and perspectives to Trócaire.

Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities can be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application or by contacting hr@trocaire.org. See our Diversity and Inclusion statement here