ICRISAT

Qualification in Details:

1. Requirements: Master degree in Agriculture/Horticulture and at least 2 years’ working experience in projects related to vegetables.

2. Competencies:
a.  Good working knowledge of agriculture especially vegetable cultivation in the respective state;
b. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Hindi;
c. Proficiency in the use of various software applications (MS Word, MS Excel) and exposure to handling variety evaluation trials;
d. Energetic and enthusiastic personality with an urge to improve agricultural systems;
e. Strong team player and willing to work as part of an extended team comprising several agencies.

3. The Job:
a. Coordinate all project field activities in the assigned district areas.
b. Provide technical assistance and supervisory support to farming communities engaged in the implementation of project activities.
c. Conduct field trials, pilot and demonstration activities in the designated district areas;
d. Collect data, conduct analyses and maintain records of all activities undertaken under the project;
e. Assist in developing training extension documents, materials and programs in coordination with project team members.
f. Assist in the preparation of periodic progress reports, technical papers and presentations for meetings and annual reports as needed for donors, project beneficiaries, and team members;