VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

NORCAP (NORWEGIAN REFUGEE COUNCIL)

NORCAP is part of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), a global humanitarian organisation that provides expertise and solutions to humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding partners. NORCAP works to improve aid delivery and protect and empower people affected by crises and climate change.

Through its partnership with Malawi’s Ministry of Agriculture, Department of Agricultural Extension Services (DAES), NORCAP supports efforts to strengthen the use of climate information services to improve agricultural resilience and food security among smallholder farmers across Malawi.

The Agrometeorologist will provide technical leadership and strengthen capacity in the production, interpretation, communication, and use of agrometeorological information. The role aims to improve access to practical climate information, strengthen collaboration between climate and agriculture institutions, and support better decision-making by agricultural extension services and farmers.

POSITION: AGROMETEOROLOGIST

LOCATION: Lilongwe

JOB TYPE: Full Time

CONTRACT DURATION: Initial deployment of 12 months, with the possibility of extension

Application Deadline: Sunday, 8th November, 2026, at 11:59 PM

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Academic, Professional Qualifications and Experience:

Applicants must possess the following qualifications and experience:

An advanced university degree (Master’s level or equivalent) in Agrometeorology, Meteorology, Climatology, Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Sciences, or a related field.
At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience in agrometeorology, climate services, agriculture, or a related field.
Experience producing and communicating agrometeorological information for agricultural stakeholders.
Experience working with agricultural extension services, national meteorological services, or climate information service programmes.
Experience supporting climate adaptation, climate-smart agriculture, food security, or resilience initiatives in developing-country contexts.
Experience facilitating collaboration between technical institutions and end users, including farmers and extension services.
Experience designing and delivering capacity-strengthening activities and training programmes.

Technical Competencies:

Strong understanding of agriculture–climate linkages and climate risk management.
Knowledge of climate services, early warning systems, and agricultural advisory development.
Experience analysing and interpreting meteorological data.
Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, crop monitoring, and climate information tools.
Knowledge of climate-smart agriculture and climate adaptation approaches.

Language Requirements:

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Chichewa.

Personal Specification:

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Ability to work across institutions and disciplines.
Ability to work effectively in multicultural environments and rural field settings.
Strong analytical, facilitation, and report-writing skills.
Commitment to inclusive, gender-responsive, and accessible climate information services.
Professionalism, accountability, innovation, and respect for diversity.

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Agrometeorologist will be responsible for the following:

Developing and supporting the dissemination of seasonal, sub-seasonal, and weather-based agrometeorological advisories for farmers and extension services.
Strengthening collaboration and information flow between DAES, the Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services (DCCMS), agricultural extension services, and other relevant stakeholders.
Supporting the development and improvement of climate information products tailored to agricultural users.
Building the capacity of agricultural extension officers and other intermediaries through training, coaching, and Training of Trainers (ToT) initiatives.
Supporting farmer-focused climate information dissemination through mobile platforms, radio, local media, and community engagement.
Contributing to climate risk monitoring, early warning communication, and climate-informed agricultural decision-making.
Facilitating stakeholder consultations, user feedback processes, and collaborative approaches to developing climate services.
Promoting gender-responsive and inclusive approaches to climate information delivery.
Providing technical input to climate-smart agriculture initiatives and related policies or programmes.
Contributing to learning, documentation, reporting, and knowledge-sharing products associated with the ARCS programme and NORCAP support.

WHAT NORCAP OFFERS

Rewarding work with a renowned global organisation.
Access to a network of humanitarian, peace, and development professionals.
Support from a dedicated Staff Care Unit.
Eligibility for consideration for NORCAP membership and future assignments, subject to a successful performance review.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should apply online using the official application link below.

Application Link: https://ekum.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2019/job/21971

Important Application Instructions:

Complete the application in English.
Enter your full employment history and educational background in the application form.
Use your full name exactly as it appears in your passport.
Uploading a CV alone is not sufficient; applications must include the required information in the online form.
Read the attached Terms of Reference for more details before applying.
An approved health certificate will be required before the contract begins and the assignment starts.

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to reference and background checks in line with NRC safeguarding standards.

Closing Date: Sunday, 8th November, 2026, at 11:59 PM

Feedback will be provided to all applicants within four weeks after the advertisement closes.

OUR VALUES AND COMMITMENT

NORCAP is part of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). NRC is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace. Its values include being dedicated, innovative, inclusive, and accountable.

NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to exploitation, abuse, harassment, and sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH). All employees are expected to treat everyone with respect and dignity, contribute to a safe environment, and report safeguarding concerns.

NORCAP welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and values diversity, equity, and inclusion.