Qualification Degree : Minimum qualification: Junior Technical Assistant (JTA) in Agriculture with at least 3 years of relevant experience or a Diploma in Agriculture (3 years course) with at least 1 year of experi
Salary : Negotiable
Category
: Agriculture / Livestock
Nature : Contract
Job Description
Specific responsibilities:
This will include, but not limited to the following:
Empower community members about agroecosystem services, biodiversity, organic food production, and ecological management to foster sustainable agricultural practices.
Provide guidance and assistance to community facilitators, the project team, andfarmers on agro ecological management techniques.
Set up kitchen garden demonstration farms that showcase evidence-based practices through the cultivation of high-value indigenous crops.
Assist farmers in restoring and maintaining traditional integrated farming systems.
Coordinate with local government institutions, agricultural offices, health facilities,and community stakeholders as needed to ensure project success.
Provide support to the project team for the planning and implementation of the project activities
Take the consent from local organizations, schools, farmers, landowners, and other stakeholders to facilitate project activities.
Develop guidelines focused on agroecology, biodiversity, and agro ecological systemsto standardize practices and enhance program effectiveness.
Assist in establishing and managing community nurseries to ensure long-term impact and sustainability of agro-ecological practices.
Lead Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Farmer Field School sessions ondemonstration farms, showcasing and experimenting with techniques for growingmajor crops, vegetables, and fruits.
Job Specification
Qualifications and Experience:
Minimum qualification: Junior Technical Assistant (JTA) in Agriculture with at least 3 years of relevant experience or a Diploma in Agriculture (3 years course) with at least 1 year of experience in relevant field. Preference will be given to the candidates with Bsc in Agriculture will be given preference.
Familiarity with local farming systems, climate-resilient agricultural practices, and the local language/culture should be considered an added advantage.
Practical experience in kitchen gardens, nursery management, IPM, and integrated farming systems and community seed bank.
Prior experience working with smallholder farmers and community-based organizations particularly in remote or hilly areas, is preferred.
Ability to work closely with communities, local governments, and diverse stakeholders.
Strong communication and facilitation skills with community groups.
Experience in documentation, reporting, and field-level data collection.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power point) preferred.
Ability and willingness to travel frequently to remote and rural project sites.
Other competencies:
Strong community engagement and participatory facilitation skills.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and coordination abilities.
Commitment to gender equality, social inclusion, and child rights.
Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
Flexibility and adaptability to diverse field conditions.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time efficiently in a dynamic and challenging environment.
Additional Requirement:
A valid motorcycle license and driving skills are preferred.
Applicants from marginalized and disadvantaged communities, women, and local residents are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Organization Summary
Caritas Nepal works to create an equitable, just, peaceful, democratic and pluralistic society where people respect each other and work together without any discrimination of caste, creed, race, ethnicity, and sex to realize the fundamental and universal principles of Human Rights and where the oppressed and marginalised people, empowered through animation and people’s organisation, are able to achieve integral human development and become agents of social transformation.
