DirecciónCall for National Consultancy Services (C-24-02)
POSTING TITLE: C-24-02 Consultant- Seed Potato Production - Shillong, India DEPARTMENT: CIP – India
WORK LOCATION: Shillong, Meghalaya
CLOSING DATE: Feb 22, 2024
The objective of the consultancy is to independently supervise farmer field extension activities. Objectives:
• Supervising the field related activities providing support to the farmers support on day-to-day basis. • Provide logistical and technical support in all field activities across the Meghalaya state. • Facilitate the preparation of technical reports, documents and presentations. • Coordinate procurements in accordance with existing norms of the organization and donors. • Ensures that all stock items are correctly recorded and maintained.
• Should be able to print GPS photographs of the beneficiaries/ field sites and submit to Project Manager and support when needed.
• Planning and schedule farmer meetings and appointments to contribute with project matters. Expected duration and conditions:
• This consultancy contract from 12 months.
• The payment is a fixed and consolidated fee.
• The venue for Interview will be informed only to the shortlisted candidates. Qualifications/special skills
• Postgraduate / Graduate in Plants Science
• Working experience Potato cultivation in farmers fields
• Working in Agriculture, extension field work
• Ability to work Independently and as well as in groups at inter-organizational levels; well versed with English and/ or Khasi language is must.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, Hindi and local language. • Outstanding writing and reporting skills.
• Ability to organize department activities and processes.
Application Process:
Applicants should apply online through our CIP’s Job Opportunities website (http://cipotato.org/open- vacancies/), including a full C.V with the names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable of the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. Screening of applications will begin Feb 22, 2024 and will continue until the post is filled. All applications will be acknowledged, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
This consultant WILL NOT be in contact with children or vulnerable adults.
Learn more about CIP by accessing our web site at http://www.cipotato.org.
CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply.
