Project Intern – Agronomist (Only Female Candidates can apply)

CARE INTERNATIONAL invites qualified candidates to apply for the Project Intern – Agronomist (Only Female Candidates can apply) role in Sanaag. Candidates should bring 1 - 2 years of hands-on experience, preferably in the Agriculture sector. Qualified candidates are urged to apply before the Mar, 24 deadline. Project Intern – Agronomist (Only Female Candidates can apply) Position title: Project Intern – Agronomist Project Name: Climate Justice Pillar Duty station: Erigavo, Sanaag region, Type of Contract Internship program 9 months About CARE CARE works around the globe to save lives, defeat poverty and achieve social justice. We seek a world of hope, inclusion and social justice, where poverty has been overcome, and all people live with dignity and security, with a specific focus on the empowerment of women and girls. CARE’s Vision 2030 strategy includes six broad impact areas, with specific impact targets and metrics aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. CARE anticipates that its impact will increasingly be achieved at the systems level as part of its quest for sustainable impact at scale, achieved through local leadership in partnership with governments, the private sector and civil society actors. Background Summary CARE Somalia/Somaliland is implementing a programme funded by the Danish International Development Agency(DANIDA) to strengthen livelihood resilience among displaced climate refugees and ultra-marginalized women in Sanaag Region. The project promotes climate-smart agriculture and entrepreneurship. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in community-based agricultural project support within a humanitarian and development context. Position Summary The Intern will provide support to the project team in the implementation of climate-smart agriculture activities, beneficiary engagement, and field monitoring. The position is based in Erigavo, Sanaag region. Internship Roles & ResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision of a Project Officer, the Intern will: Assist the project team in community mobilization and beneficiary registration activities. Support climate-smart agriculture interventions, including drip irrigation, solar-powered water systems, and greenhouse farming. Support planning, site selection, i === Skills & Qualifications === Requirements & Qualifications Recent University graduates(within last 18 months), possessing a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agriculture Engineering or related Agricultural fields. At least 1 years’ experience implementing climate-smart agriculture interventions within smallholder farming systems will be added advantage. Some prior experience or exposure to drip irrigation, solar-powered water systems, and greenhouse farming will be added advantage Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability and willingness to travel to remote rural field sites as required. Good verbal and written skills in Somali and English Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel). Commitment to adhere to CARE’s policies on child protection, safeguarding, and code of conduct. Learning OpportunityThis internship provides practical exposure to field-based agronomy work, community engagement, CSA technologies, monitoring, and humanitarian–development programm --- About Sanaag --- Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa and has a growing job market, particularly in the humanitarian, development, and private sectors. Major employment hubs include Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Baidoa, and Kismayo, with opportunities from international NGOs, UN agencies, government institutions, and an expanding private sector. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Cusub • Beeraha • Tababar • Shaqo Soomaaliya

Requirements & Qualifications Recent University graduates(within last 18 months), possessing a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agriculture Engineering or related Agricultural fields. At least 1 years’ experience implementing climate-smart agriculture interventions within smallholder farming systems will be added advantage. Some prior experience or exposure to drip irrigation, solar-powered water systems, and greenhouse farming will be added advantage Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability and willingness to travel to remote rural field sites as required. Good verbal and written skills in Somali and English Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel). Commitment to adhere to CARE’s policies on child protection, safeguarding, and code of conduct. Learning OpportunityThis internship provides practical exposure to field-based agronomy work, community engagement, CSA technologies, monitoring, and humanitarian–development programming

How to apply Interested Female candidates who meet the criteria above are encouraged to send their application letters and detailed CV in one PDF document to [email protected] by referring to the job title “(Project Intern – Agronomist)” as the subject line of the email, latest on 24 March 2026, women will be encouraged to apply and given priority. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For more information about CARE and its programs, visit www.care.org CARE is an equal opportunity employer promoting gender equity and diversity. Women and men from marginalised groups are positively encouraged to apply. Our selection process reflects our commitment to protecting children from abuse. CARE is a zero-tolerance organization for child abuse, sexual exploitation, and abuse Apply on [email protected] Apply at: mailto:[email protected]%20