TERMS OF REFERENCE (ToR). HYDROPONICS TECHNICAL TRAINER & SYSTEMS CONSULTANT FOR WOMEN-LED GROUP

Lifeline Gedo (LLG) invites qualified candidates to apply for the TERMS OF REFERENCE (ToR). HYDROPONICS TECHNICAL TRAINER & SYSTEMS CONSULTANT FOR WOMEN-LED GROUP role in Dollow. This role falls within the Consultancies sector and requires candidates with 5 - 6 years of relevant experience. Applications are open until Feb, 18. Don't miss this opportunity. TERMS OF REFERENCE (ToR). HYDROPONICS TECHNICAL TRAINER & SYSTEMS CONSULTANT FOR WOMEN-LED GROUP Project: Establishment of Climate-Resilient Hydroponics Farming Units in DollowImplementing Agency: Lifeline Gedo (LLG)Donor: GIZ -- Climate-Resilient Water Resource Management (CWRM) ProgrammeGovernment Counterpart: Jubbaland Ministry of AgricultureDuty Station: Dollow District, Gedo Region, SomaliaType of Assignment: Short-term technical consultancy (field-based)Reporting Line: Project Coordinator – Lifeline GedoTechnical Coordination: Jubbaland Ministry of Agriculture (District Level) 1. Background and Context Lifeline Gedo (LLG), in partnership with the Jubbaland Ministry of Agriculture and with financial support from GIZ under the Climate-Resilient Water Resource Management (CWRM) Programme, is implementing a climate-resilient food security and livelihoods initiative in Dollow District, Gedo Region. The intervention aims to strengthen household food production, nutrition, and adaptive capacity among vulnerable women, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and returnee communities through water-efficient farming systems. Dollow District is a climate-exposed riverine and agro-pastoral area affected by recurrent droughts, erratic rainfall, and seasonal flooding from the Juba River. These shocks have undermined conventional agriculture and increased pressure on limited water resources. In response, the project introduces small-scale hydroponics systems as a water-efficient, climate-resilient food production approach suitable for fragile environments. The systems are designed to support year-round vegetable production using simple, low-cost, and locally appropriate technologies that can be managed by women-led groups. To ensure that these systems are correctly designed, established, operated, and sustained, Lifeline === Skills & Qualifications === 10. Consultant Qualifications and Key Requirements The consultant must meet the following minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.A Master’s degree is an added advantage. Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in hydroponics or water-efficient agricultural systems. Proven hands-on experience in designing, installing, operating, and maintaining hydroponics systems. Demonstrated experience delivering practical, field-based training to farmers or community groups. Experience working with women-led groups and promoting inclusive participation. Ability to work effectively in fragile and low-resource settings. Strong communication and coordination skills. Fluency in English and Somali. --- About Dollow --- 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 Soomaaliya • La-talin • Shaqo Cusub • La-talinta

10. Consultant Qualifications and Key Requirements The consultant must meet the following minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.A Master’s degree is an added advantage. Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in hydroponics or water-efficient agricultural systems. Proven hands-on experience in designing, installing, operating, and maintaining hydroponics systems. Demonstrated experience delivering practical, field-based training to farmers or community groups. Experience working with women-led groups and promoting inclusive participation. Ability to work effectively in fragile and low-resource settings. Strong communication and coordination skills. Fluency in English and Somali.

11. Selection Criteria Selection will be based on: Technical competence and relevant experience. Quality and clarity of the Technical Proposal. Practical understanding of hydroponics systems and training approach. Cost-effectiveness of the Financial Proposal Applications for this consultancy should be made through the following link: https://app.lifelineorganisation.org/careers no later than 18 February 2026 Apply on employer site Apply at: https://app.lifelineorganisation.org/careers