Organization: Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition (MAFSN)
Employment Type: Contract
Job Category: Agriculture / Project Management / Climate Resilience
Duty Station: Maseru
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 4 December 2026
About the Project
The Government of the Kingdom of Lesotho, through the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition (MAFSN), is currently implementing the project titled “Building Climate Resilient Livelihoods and Food Systems Project”. This project covers four sub-catchments of Hlotse, Maletsunyane, Stangeng and Seaka. The grant is financed by the Government of Lesotho (GoL), Global Environment Facility (GEF) and Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). The project seeks to enhance climate resilience of landscapes and communities for food and nutrition security through sustainable water management. To execute the project implementation effectively, MAFSN therefore makes a call to relevant professionals for the following positions:
Job Summary
Under the direct supervision of the National Project Director (NPC), the Chief Technical Advisor (CTA) will be responsible for providing technical advice, guidance and support to a wide range of strategic and programmatic design and implementation issues in the areas of watershed management, food systems in line with project quality principles and standards, industry best practices for promoting sustainable land use, improving food security through climate-resilient practices for strengthening agricultural livelihoods, focusing on community-based watershed management and natural resources restoration.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical support to project executing partners and experts, and ensure that best practices and innovative approaches, tools and methodologies for integrated participatory catchment management and climate change adaptation in agri-food systems are well integrated into project implementation.
- Lead technical discussions and planning, deliver specific technical trainings to partners and component task teams.
- Assess technical outputs delivered by executing partners and technical teams, identifying best practices and innovations in collaboration with NPC, to be shared through the project knowledge management system and other platforms.
- Facilitate high-level technical collaboration among participating institutions and organizations at the national and district levels, and with relevant projects in South Africa.
Concerning Agriculture Water Management
- Review/finalize water resource availability and access assessments and farmer-led irrigation potential under various climate change scenarios, for selected value chains and sub-catchments.
- Identify and recommend different farmer-led irrigation technologies suitable for the Lesotho context and available locally and/or in South Africa. This will include a cost-benefit analysis of a range of available technologies and systems.
- Based on the assessments, facilitate participatory selection of agricultural water management options.
- Advise on the design and delivery of a capacity development programme for the agricultural water management component, including development of suitable field materials to be used in Farmer Field Schools (FFS), as well as comprehensive training of support institutions (relevant Ministries, extension and private service providers and NGOs).
Qualifications and Experience
- An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Rural Development, Natural Resource Management, or Irrigation.
- At least 10 years of progressively responsible relevant experience, including technical leadership and management of complex development programmes or projects.
- Candidates will be expected to undergo psychometric assessments.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates must submit the following:
- Signed application letter stating explicitly relevant qualifications and experience.
- Current CV, including telephone, email and contact details.
- Certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts.
- Names and contact details of three (3) contactable professional referees.
- Certified copy of identity document (ID).
Important Note for All Applicants
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should deliver their applications to the Human Resources Department, Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition.
Closing Date
4 December 2026.
2. Assistant Administration and Finance Officer (AAFO) at the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition
Organization: Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition (MAFSN)
Employment Type: Contract
Job Category: Administration / Finance / Project Support
Duty Station: Maseru
Contract Duration: 18 Months
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 4 December 2026
About the Project
The Government of the Kingdom of Lesotho, through the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition (MAFSN), is currently implementing the project titled “Building Climate Resilient Livelihoods and Food Systems Project”. This project covers four sub-catchments of Hlotse, Maletsunyane, Stangeng and Seaka. The grant is financed by the Government of Lesotho (GoL), Global Environment Facility (GEF) and Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). The project seeks to enhance climate resilience of landscapes and communities for food and nutrition security through sustainable water management. To execute the project implementation effectively, MAFSN therefore makes a call to relevant professionals for the following positions:
Job Summary
Under the overall supervision of the National Project Coordinator and direct supervision of the Finance and Administration Officer, the Assistant Administration and Finance Officer will provide day-to-day administration/finance support, secretarial, records-management and logistical support to the project. The position will support sound financial management and donor compliance while ensuring the efficient operation of the Project Management Unit (PMU), accurate record keeping, timely coordination and secure management of project documentation.
Key Responsibilities
A. Accounting and Financial Management
- Support the establishment, maintenance and operation of reliable project financial systems and records in accordance with applicable related donor requirements.
- Prepare and process payment documentation and journal vouchers for review and approval by authorized officers, ensuring that transactions are properly supported, classified and authorized.
- Maintain and update the general ledger and other accounting records, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and promptly.
- Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and other financial reports required by project management and relevant stakeholders.
- Assist the Finance and Administration Officer and project team in developing, monitoring and updating the project budget.
- Assist with project bank-account reconciliations and follow-up on reconciling items under the direction of the Finance and Administration Officer.
- Maintain an accurate and up-to-date project asset register and support the proper recording, filing and tracking of asset-related documentation.
- Apply internal control procedures to support proper approval, classification, supporting documentation and filing of expenditure.
B. Administration, Secretarial and Coordination Support
- Receive, register, route and follow up incoming mail, emails and general correspondence, ensuring timely attention by the responsible officers.
- Welcome visitors and direct them to the appropriate officers.
- Maintain electronic diaries, schedule appointments and maintain a weekly calendar of meetings and key activities for the PMU.
- Organize meetings, workshops and conferences, including invitations, agendas, venues, participant communication, attendance records and related logistical arrangements.
- Prepare meeting agendas in consultation with relevant officers, take minutes, record action points and follow up on agreed submissions and deadlines.
- Provide logistical support for field missions and official travel, including coordination of transport, venues and other approved arrangements.
- Maintain an updated directory of project stakeholders and relevant contact details.
C. Records, Document Control and Procurement/Contract Filing
- Maintain an orderly, detailed and confidential filing system in both electronic and physical formats.
- Track and follow up on the submission of financial documents, reports and other information required from project staff and stakeholders.
- Ensure that contract files, procurement records, financial documents, meeting records and project reports are systematically filed, securely stored and readily retrievable by authorized personnel.
- Use consistent document naming, filing and version-control practices to reduce the risk of lost, duplicated or outdated records.
D. Office and General Administrative Support
- Monitor office equipment and supplies, maintain basic inventory records and initiate replenishment requests through approved procedures.
- Assist with the preparation, formatting and circulation of administrative schedules, registers and reports required for the effective functioning of the PMU.
- Maintain professional communication with project staff, visitors, service providers and other stakeholders, referring non-routine or sensitive matters to the appropriate supervisor.
- Perform other related accounting, administrative and logistical duties assigned by the Finance and Administration Officer or National Project Coordinator, consistent with the position’s established procedures.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
Option 1
- A university degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration, International Business.
- At least 3 years’ experience.
OR
Option 2
- A relevant diploma in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration, International Business.
- At least 5 years’ experience.
Experience in a donor-funded, multilateral or development project environment is an advantage.
Skills and Competencies
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and confidence using email, internet and computerized accounting software.
- Understanding of basic accounting processes, financial records, payment documentation, reconciliations, budget monitoring and internal controls.
- Strong organizational, records-management and document-tracking skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Sesotho.
- Ability to plan and prioritize work, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.
- High standards of confidentiality, integrity, professionalism and responsibility in handling financial and administrative information.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with project staff and stakeholders.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates must submit the following:
- Signed application letter stating explicitly relevant qualifications and experience.
- Current CVs, including telephone, email and contact details.
- Certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts.
- Names and contact details of three (3) contactable professional referees.
- Certified copy of identity document (ID).
Important Note for All Applicants
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should deliver their applications to the Human Resources Department, Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition.
Closing Date
4 December 2026.