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| Casual Agronomist | |||
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| Country | Afghanistan | Province | Ghazni, |
| Categories | Program, | Type | Full Time |
| Post Date | 2024-06-03 | Close Date | 2024-06-09 |
| Vacancy No | CARE-AF-0909 | Gender | male female |
| No Of Jobs | 1 | Contract Duration | 5-Months |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Horticulture, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred. | Experience | Minimum of 5 years of experience in agronomy or agricultural development, with a focus on greenhouse management and vegetable cultivation. |
| Organization | Opportunities for you | Salary | Based on Organization Salary Scale |
About Company
About CARE AFGHANISTAN: CARE is a non-governmental, non-political, non-profit, non-partisan and non-sectarian humanitarian organization, extending its relief and development assistance to those in need. CARE, as an International Confederation of 13 member organizations is one of the world's largest private humanitarian organizations working in more than 90 plus, countries committed to helping communities in the developing world achieve lasting victories over poverty.
Job Description
SUMARRY OF JOB DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Agronomist to join our team. The Agronomist will play a crucial role in supporting the selection of beneficiaries, establishing greenhouses, and conducting training programs focused on cash crops and vegetable cultivation. This position is integral to promoting sustainable agricultural practices and enhancing the livelihoods of our beneficiaries.
Key Responsibilities
1. Beneficiary Selection
Criteria Development: Develop clear criteria for selecting beneficiaries who will participate in the greenhouse and vegetable cultivation programs.
Assessment: Conduct assessments and surveys to identify and select eligible beneficiaries based on the established criteria.
Community Engagement: Engage with local communities and stakeholders to ensure transparent and inclusive beneficiary selection processes.
- 2. Greenhouse Establishment
Site Identification: Identify suitable locations for the establishment of greenhouses in collaboration with local partners and beneficiaries.
Design and Setup: Oversee the design, construction, and setup of greenhouses, ensuring they are tailored to the local climate and conditions.
Resource Allocation: Ensure the provision of necessary resources, materials, and equipment for greenhouse establishment.
3. Training and Capacity Building
Training Programs: Develop and conduct training programs for beneficiaries on cash crop and vegetable cultivation techniques.
Curriculum Development: Create comprehensive training materials and curricula that cover all aspects of greenhouse management, crop selection, planting, maintenance, and harvesting.
Hands-On Support: Provide hands-on training and ongoing technical support to beneficiaries to ensure successful implementation of cultivation practices.
- 4. Cultivation and Promotion of Vegetables
Crop Selection: Advise beneficiaries on the selection of appropriate cash crops and vegetables based on market demand and local conditions.
Best Practices: Promote best practices in vegetable cultivation, including soil preparation, irrigation, pest management, and post-harvest handling.
Market Linkages: Facilitate linkages between beneficiaries and local markets to promote the sale and distribution of cultivated vegetables.
5. Monitoring and Evaluation
Progress Monitoring: Regularly monitor the progress of greenhouse projects and cultivation activities, providing feedback and recommendations for improvement.
Data Collection: Collect and analyze data on crop yields, beneficiary participation, and training outcomes.
Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on project activities, outcomes, and impact for internal and external stakeholders.
Safeguarding Responsibilities:
- Uphold CARE’s Safeguarding Policy (https://www.care-international.org/resources/care-international-safeguarding-policy) and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.
- Must read the Safeguarding Policy and either sign the Safeguarding Code of Conduct or sign a Code of Conduct that is consistent with or references this policy and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.
Safety and Security Responsibility:
We all have a responsibility to promote a safe and secure work environment, foster a safety and security culture, and ensure consistent application of, and compliance with, CARE Afghanistan safety and security policies and procedures.
Job Requirement
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Horticulture, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in agronomy or agricultural development, with a focus on greenhouse management and vegetable cultivation.
Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of cash crop and vegetable cultivation practices.
- Strong training and capacity-building skills.
- Excellent communication and community engagement abilities.
- Proficiency in data collection and analysis.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Language: Proficiency in English and fluency in local languages.
Safeguarding
CARE places human dignity at the center of its relief and development work. At the heart of CARE’s efforts to impact poverty and social justice is its engagement with marginalized communities, and vulnerable adults and children. Vulnerable adults and children are particularly at risk of sexual exploitation and abuse. CARE commits to the protection from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse and of vulnerable adults and children, involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel. CARE has a zero tolerance toward sexual exploitation and abuse and child abuse. CARE takes seriously all concerns and complaints about sexual exploitation, harassment and abuse and child abuse involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel
CARE Afghanistan participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All CARE Afghanistan’s offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Submission Guideline
- Please submit your completed CARE Standard Job application form (ACBAR: Application Form) along with updated CV to afg.vacancies@care.org.
- Applications after the closing date (12:00 AM) and without CARE Application form will not be accepted.
- Please Indicate the position title, Vacancy Number in the Subject Line (Agronomist CARE-AF-0909 Ghazni) otherwise your application will not be considered.
- Please note that there is no telephonic inquiry and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted with and call for Interview.
- The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a Background Check, Bridger check & Reference check and be compliant and sign up to Care Afghanistan’s Code of Conduct, PSHA (Prevention from Sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse) and other Care Afghanistan policies prior to a final offer being made.
- People with Physical Disabilities and Women are highly encourage to apply.
- CARE IS COMMITTED TO SAFEGUARDING POLICY (Available at: Safeguarding)
- CARE IS COMMITTED TO CODE OF CONDUCT (Available at: CARE Afg Code of Conduct (updated).pdf)