Crop Technician

Organizational Setting The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the **** Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems. FAO is a specialized agency of the UN that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. With 195 members (194 countries and the European Union), FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide. Reporting Lines Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Nepal, the direct supervision of the Project Team Leader with technical guidance of the Cluster Crop Value Chain Specialist and in coordination with the Crop Production Specialist, the Crop Technician will perform the following tasks. Technical Focus The Crop Technician will assist in planning and execution of field operations including planting, cultivating and harvesting by implementing crop management practices to optimize growth conditions, such as fertilization, irrigation and pest control through regular field inspections and data collections. Tasks and Responsibilities Form/identify producer groups for implementation of crop related interventions of the project Conduct group level orientation/meeting to sensitize on project activities as per the guidance from PCU Mobilize crop FFS groups for crop FFS and other training in line with work plan of the FANSEP/FAO-TA Project Identify lead farmers from the FFS and facilitate their participation in additional refresher training Facilitate groups formation and registration process in concerned rural municipalities and provide group strengthening support Facilitate producer groups in developing proposals/business plan for accessing matching grant support from the project Mobilize crop producer groups for demonstration, seed production and other crop productivity improvement related training and other activities as per approved annual work plan of PCU and FAO-TA Prepare and submit trimester and monthly work plan and monthly progress report as per the format developed by the project Identify demonstrations sites and coordinate with PCUs for the timely distribution of quality inputs to producer groups Assist PCU in implementation of the seed multiplication, crop cutting data collection, and small scale irrigation related activities (including deep boring installation) Assist PCU in collection of baseline data from field level, conduction of assessment and surveys Provide technical services to members of producer groups on crop production related activities Monitor the crop related interventions implemented by the producer groups and prepare monthly progress reports on the project related activities Collect and report field level data required for PMIS to Cluster-based Crop Value Chain Specialist on monthly basis Assist in conducting on-farm demonstration and collect data on crop productivity related parameters as per the given template Report on progress in the use of funds disbursed to the producer groups by the PCU under matching grants Support PCUs to mobilize multi-stakeholder dialogue platform and productive alliances for market linkages Monitor ESMF compliance of crop related activities and prepare periodic report Implement awareness raising activities on environment and social issues and safeguard aspects and collect information as per project requirement Undertake other project related tasks as assigned by PCU chief, PCU staffs and FAO TA-Team Minimum Requirements High School Diploma/Technical Diploma (equivalent to SLC/TSLC) in Agriculture relevant with JTA At least two years of working experience in assisting the implementation of field operations and crop management, pest and disease management, irrigation and water management, post-harvest handling and of experience in agriculture development projects activities Working knowledge of English and Nepali; knowledge of local language will be an advantage Nationality of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal Core Competencies Results Focus Teamwork Communication Building Effective Relationships Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement Additional Information FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing) Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Job Posting 08/Dec/**** Closure Date 23/Dec/****, 12:59:00 AM Organizational Unit FANEP - FAO Representation in Nepal Job Type Non-staff opportunities Type of Requisition NPP (National Project Personnel) Primary Location Various Locations Duration 12 months Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Non-profit Organizations Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at FAO by 2x Notice FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality FAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. J-*****-Ljbffr