Agroecology Expert

WAVE Foundation

 

WAVE Foundation

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Summary

• Vacancy: 1
• Age: at most 45 years
• Location: Manikganj
• Salary: Tk. 80000 – 90000 (Monthly)
• Experience: At least 6 years
• Published: 10 Sep 2024

 

Requirements

Education

• Masters

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in any subject of Agricultural Science/Environmental science with 6 years of experience, including at least 3 years working on food system, agro-ecology and related agricultural issues.

• At least 4 years of professional experience on food system, agro-ecology and monitoring of agriculture related project.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and presentation skills.Experience working with government agencies and local communities in Bangladesh in an asset.

Experience

• At least 6 years

Additional Requirements

• Age at most 45 years

Additional requirements Other Qualifications

• Age limit maximum 45 years. Can be relaxed for the candidates with 3 years’ experience on food system/agro-ecology.
• Knowledge of safe production, climate change adaptation, water management, and agriculture in the context of Bangladesh.
• Have willingness to work at field level with farmers and also policy actors.
• Fluency in English and Bengali languages is essential.

• Must have a valid motorcycle driving license.

Duration of the Position: Four (04) years project periods

Workplace: Work at project office with frequent field visit (at least 70% of time)

Job Location: Singair Upazila of Manikgonj District

Responsibilities & Context

Job Context

WAVE Foundation is a civil society organization established in 1990, has been implementing multifaceted activities for the socio economic development of the poor and marginalized as well as the establishment of universal human rights and good governance. Besides, the organization is conducting issue based policy advocacy and campaigns. WAVE is driven by its motto ‘Together for Better Life’ towards the vision of establishing ‘A just and Prosperous society’. WAVE has organized its activities into 6 programmes: 1) Poverty Eradication and Livelihood Development 2) Community Financing and Entrepreneurship Development 3) Agri-Food System Transformation 4) Governance, Rights and Justice 5) Social Development and Youth Empowerment 6) Climate Justice and Renewable Energy Promotion. WAVE Foundation is going to implement a four years (04) Global Programme ‘The Green Evolution: Pathways to Transforming Food Systems in India, Bangladesh and Nepal’, supported by Private German sponsor Deutsche Welthungerhilfe e.V. (WHH) at Singair Upazilla of Manikgonj District with the objective to strengthen local agroecological food systems through improved policy frameworks, operational structures and multi-stakeholder cooperation at all levels. The project aims to contribute climate-resilient food systems for all people in the country based on agro-ecology. The project intends to accomplish various activities i.e., the production, processing, distribution, preparation, and consumption of food, as well as the outcomes of these interactions in the fields of food and nutrition, socioeconomics, and the environment. For implementing the project WAVE Foundation is seeking qualified candidate for the position of the ‘Agroecology Expert’ in it’s Project Management Unit (PMU) of this project.

Job Summary

The Agro-Ecology Expert will play a key role in driving the implementation of sustainable agricultural practices within ‘The Green Evolution’ project. This expert will be responsible for integrating ecological principles into farming systems, enhancing the resilience of local food systems, and promoting biodiversity conservation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in agro-ecology, sustainable agriculture, and a deep understanding of the local context in Bangladesh.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute climate-resilient food systems in field level based on agro-ecology.
• Lead the design and implementation of agro-ecological practices within the project, ensuring they are tailored to the local environment and socio-economic conditions of Bangladesh.
• Provide technical guidance and training to local farmers, community organizations, and project partners on sustainable agricultural practices, including organic farming, soil health management, crop diversification, and integrated pest management.
• Support to strengthen local agroecological food systems through operational structures and multi-stakeholder cooperation at all levels.
• Assist farmers for field level various activities i.e., the production, processing, distribution, preparation, and consumption of food.
• Advisory services and technical support for the teams in terms of agro-ecology, monitoring, evaluation, learning, marketing, etc.
• Initiatives for integrated Agroecological approaches into existing government advisory systems and policy/planning mechanisms to reach a large number of smallholder farmers.
• Provide support to PC for overall management for The Green Evolution project implementation.
• Assist in development and implement the project work plan, ensuring efficient and timely execution of activities.
• Support the project coordinators in the day-to-day coordination of the programme.
• Support for conducting baseline studies, research, monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning.
• Ensure an effective learning culture is embedded in the project.
• Monitoring outcomes, procedures and decision-making processes.
• Liaise with relevant government agencies and local communities to facilitate project implementation.

• Perform any other duties assigned by WHH & WAVE Management.

Compensation & Other Benefits

Salary and Benefits

• Monthly gross salary will be BDT 80,000-90,000/- (including all)
• Mobile phone and Travel allowance will be provided as per the project budgetary provision.

Workplace

Work at office

Employment Status

Full Time

Job Location

Manikganj

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