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Project Team Leader And Trainer Job in International Crops Research Institute For The Semi-arid Tropics

Project Team Leader And Trainer

International Crops Research Institute For The Semi-arid Tropics 4+ weeks ago
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Job Summary
  • To provide leadership in coordinating the implementation on-farm vegetable demonstrations of improved varieties and seedling production systems, good agricultural practices, integrated pest management and postharvest management. Lead a team of Agronomist, Scientific Officer, Finance Officer, Technical Officers serving in different project districts across Jharkhand to implement on-farm trials, run training programs and to scale up innovations in vegetable production.
  • Will organize and implement training programs to strengthen the capacity of local partners in carrying out research and extension activities for vegetable growers
  • Shall establish and maintain effective relationships and communication links with the JOHAR management team, WorldVeg regional headquarters and other project partners to ensure effective field implementation of improved vegetable cultivation practices.
  • Will develop extension training materials, prepare project progress reports, annual/seasonal work plans, financial reports and presentations as needed by project stakeholders. Attend the donor meetings as and when required.

    • Competencies:

    • Proven experience in effectively leading teams, and working closely with public and private sector partners to implement vegetable research and development projects.
    • Extensive experience in conducting training and extension programs for farmers.
    • Extensive experience in commercial vegetable research and extension work
    • Excellent analytical skills and the ability to conduct, monitor, analyze and evaluate experimental trials and communicate results
    • Fluency in written and spoken English and Hindi (knowledge of regional languages would be an advantage) and an excellent team player.
    • Proficiency in the use of various software applications (MS Word, MS Excel) and good knowledge and practical experience in managing on-farm and on-station trials.
    • Energetic, entrepreneurial and enthusiastic personality with an urge to improve agricultural systems for the benefit of smallholder farmers.

    Qualification :
    Masters/Ph. D in Horticulture/Agriculture
    Experience Required :

    10 to 20 Years

    Vacancy :

    2 - 4 Hires

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