Thematic Agriculture

4S India is seeking an Agriculture Expert for a position based in Jehanabad, Bihar. The role involves leading agriculture programs, providing technical guidance to farmers, promoting sustainable practices, and enhancing resilience to climate change. Key responsibilities include program development, training delivery, market access support, and collaboration with stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in Agriculture and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Salary is negotiable.
Position: Thematic Agriculture


Location: Bihar


Salary: Negotiable


Job Description:


We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Agriculture Expert to join our team and lead our agriculture-related programs and initiatives. The Agriculture Expert will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and evaluating projects aimed at increasing agricultural productivity, enhancing resilience to climate change, and promoting sustainable land management practices.


Responsibilities:



Program Development: Design, plan, and implement agriculture-focused programs and projects that align with the organization’s mission and objectives.
Technical Guidance: Provide expert technical guidance and support to farmers and community groups on sustainable agriculture practices, crop production, soil fertility management, water conservation, and pest and disease management.
Capacity Building: Develop and deliver training programs, workshops, and extension services to build the capacity of farmers and agricultural stakeholders in adopting and implementing improved farming techniques and technologies.
Crop Diversification: Promote crop diversification strategies to enhance resilience to climate variability, improve nutrition, and increase income generation opportunities for farmers.
Natural Resource Management: Advocate for and implement practices that promote soil conservation, watershed management, agroforestry, and other sustainable land management techniques to protect natural resources and ecosystem health.
Climate Smart Agriculture: Integrate climate-smart agriculture principles into program design and implementation, including the use of climate-resilient crop varieties, water-efficient irrigation systems, and climate-smart farming practices.
Market Access: Support farmers in accessing markets for their agricultural products, including value addition, market linkages, and market information services.
Research and Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest developments in agriculture research, innovation, and technology, and incorporate evidence-based approaches into program design and implementation.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks, tools, and indicators to assess the impact and effectiveness of agriculture programs, and use findings to inform decision-making and program improvement.
Networking and Collaboration: Build and maintain partnerships with local communities, government agencies, research institutions, NGOs, and other stakeholders to leverage resources, share knowledge, and foster collaboration towards common goals.

Qualifications:



Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, or a related field.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in agricultural development, preferably in a rural development context.
Strong technical expertise in crop production, soil and water management, pest and disease control, and sustainable agriculture practices.
Experience designing and delivering training programs and extension services for farmers or agricultural stakeholders.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Proven project management skills, including planning, budgeting, implementation, and monitoring.
Fluency in Hindi and proficiency in English (written and spoken).
Commitment to the organization’s mission and values, with a passion for promoting sustainable agriculture and improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers and rural communities.

Additional Requirements:



Willingness to travel frequently to project sites in rural areas.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and environments.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Commitment to ethical principles and professional standards in development work.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively in a team setting.
Understanding of and respect for the rights and dignity of community members, especially vulnerable groups such as women, children, and the elderly.

How to Apply:


Interested candidates can send their updated resume at job.shortlisting@gmail.com with the subject line “4S-Thematic Agriculture”