Agriculture Officer

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Job Title: Agriculture Officer (Crop Technologies)

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated Agriculture Officer (Crop Technologies) to join our team. The ideal candidate will develop and implement crop management strategies, conduct field trials, advise farmers on best practices, monitor crop health, and ensure compliance with agricultural standards. Your role will enhance crop yields and promote sustainable farming practices.

Company: FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations)

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Job Details:

Job ID: 2402078
Date Posted: June 24, 2024
Application Deadline: July 16, 2024; 3:29:00 AM
Employment Type: Staff position
Organizational Unit: SFE
Type of Requisition: Professional
Grade Level: P-2
Duration: Two years with possibility of extension (Fixed-term)

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Address:
Street Address: CMC road Near ILRI
Locality: Kebele 12/13 Bole Sub City, Gurd Shola
Region: Addis Ababa
Postal Code: 5536
Country: Ethiopia
Telephone: +251 11 647 8888
Fax: +251 11 647 8800
Email: FAO-ET@fao.org

Salary: 57,000
Salary Currency: USD
Pay: Per Annum

Responsibilities:

• Implementing agricultural policies and programs.
• Providing technical advice and support to farmers.
• Monitoring and evaluating agricultural projects.
• Conducting research and analyzing data.
• Promoting sustainable farming practices.
• Organizing training sessions and workshops.
• Collaborating with stakeholders and communities.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in agriculture or related field.
• Three years of experience in crop production, protection, or pesticide management, preferably with regional main crops.
• Proficient in English and intermediate in another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).

Skills Required:

• Desirable: Work experience in multiple locations or field positions.
• Experience in collecting, analyzing, and using agricultural data.
• Proficient with digital communication tools and data analysis software.
• Strong project management skills across multiple locations.
• Ability to prepare, edit, and revise technical documents and reports.
• Experience leading training sessions, workshops, and developing educational materials.
• Experience in managing innovative agricultural projects, especially internationally.
• Understanding of integrated plant health management, agroecological practices, and sustainable crop production techniques.

Industry: Non-Profit Organization
Work Hours: 40 (Full-time)
Experience Required: 3 years
Education Required: Advanced University Degree

How to Apply?:

To apply for this position, please visit official career page of Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) or you can click on the below “Apply for job” button to apply.