State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project (SRASP)

RECRUITMENT: Procurement Assistant - 1 position

BACKGROUND
The Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project is an IDA grant in the amount of US$ 58 million prepared to support Tajikistan for the purpose of foundations for a more resilient agriculture sector refer to the availability of public agricultural services, including improved seeds, seedlings, and planting materials; agri-logistical services; agro meteorological information, soil testing, locust control and crop protection.

The project is implemented by the State Institution Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development Project Management Unit (SI AED PMU).

PROJECT OBJECTIVE

The development objective of the proposed project is to strengthen the foundations for a more resilient agricultural sector in Tajikistan.

State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) now invites qualified specialists with relevant work experience to participate in the competitive selection for the vacant position of the Procurement Assistant.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in implementation of procurement transactions through the Bank’s online procurement planning and tracking tool (STEP);
• Contribute in preparation of procurement notices and publication through STEP and/or in local media and websites;
• Assist the Procurement Specialist on preparation of bidding documents, evaluation reports, contracts and communications related to procurement processes;
• Support in general contract administration and monitoring; verification of payment documents under contracts for the supply of goods, works and services;
• Contribute on prepare procurement related reports;
• Ensure that no debarred firms or individuals are participating in bidding (listed on the World Bank web site: www.worldbank.org/debarr );
• Assist in handle procurement related complaints including adequate logging and recording, notifying the World Bank, and preparing response;
• Provide advice to the PMU and respective agencies staff, including Tender committee members in appropriate areas related to procurement and contract management.
LANGUAGES
The Assistant of Procurement Specialist shall work in the Tajik, English and Russian languages. Documents shall be prepared in the Tajik or English/Russian Languages.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
• High education in law, economics, engineering, agriculture, business administration or other;
• At least 4 years’ working experience in procurement under international projects;
• Has Certificates of participation in any training on international procurement procedures in procurement of goods, works, and selection of consultants;
• Knowledge of donor procurement rules and regulations;
• Advanced computer skills;
• Excellent knowledge of English, Tajik, and Russian;

APPLICATION PROCESS
A cover letter (2 pages maximum) and resume (3 pages maximum) clearly demonstrating how applicants meet essential qualifications and asset criteria should be submitted to: State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Procurement Assistant” in the subject line by no later than March 14, 2022 until 5:00 pm. Only full packages will be considered.
Applicants for the position of the Procurement Assistant will be selected in accordance with the procedures specified in the "Guidelines for the selection and hiring of Specialists by the World Bank.

You can get acquainted with the full Terms of Reference (Terms of Reference and Scope of Services) of the Procurement Assistant in the SI AED PMU at the address: Rudaki district, Jamoat Russia, Village 1-may, 432. Republic of Tajikistan, State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Contact phone: + Tel / fax: (44) 6100013; (44) 6100014; e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project (SRASP)

RECRUITMENT: Translator - 1 position

BACKGROUND
The Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project is an IDA grant in the amount of US$ 58 million prepared to support Tajikistan for the purpose of foundations for a more resilient agriculture sector refer to the availability of public agricultural services, including improved seeds, seedlings, and planting materials; agri-logistical services; agro meteorological information, soil testing, locust control and crop protection.

The project is implemented by the State Institution Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development Project Management Unit (SI AED PMU).

PROJECT OBJECTIVE

The development objective of the proposed project is to strengthen the foundations for a more resilient agricultural sector in Tajikistan.

State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) now invites qualified specialists with relevant work experience to participate in the competitive selection for the vacant position of the Translator.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Translator will have overall responsibility for a qualified and timely written translation of all incoming and outgoing documentation of the AED PMU. S/He also is responsible for all verbal translations for the AED PMU staff. The Consultant in his/her activities should follow the Project Operation Manual (POM) of AED PMU, Charter of AED PMU, acting legislation of the Republic of Tajikistan and orders of the SE “AED PMU” Director. Translator will be responsible for the following tasks:
• Qualified and timely written translation of all incoming and outgoing documentation of the AED PMU (letters, reports, surveys, expressions of interests, visual informational materials, handouts etc.);
• Verbal interpretation for the AED PMU staff as well as at various meetings, negotiations, trainings, field trips;
• Any other tasks as ordered by the SRAS Project Coordinator and AED PMU Director.

LANGUAGES
The Translator shall work in the Tajik, Russian and English languages. Documents shall be prepared in the Tajik/Russian or English Language.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• University degree in the field of foreign languages or international relations;
• At least four years of proven work experience as interpreter/translator in international organizations and donor funded projects
• Work experience with the World Bank projects is an advantage;
• Ability and willingness to travel to remote areas is essential.
• Computer skills (MS office, MS Word, MS Excel, Power point, Internet E-mail etc.) is required;
• Fluency in written and spoken English, Tajik and Russian.

APPLICATION PROCESS
A cover letter (2 pages maximum) and resume (3 pages maximum) clearly demonstrating how applicants meet essential qualifications and asset criteria should be submitted to: State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Translator” in the subject line by no later than March 14, 2022 until 5:00 pm. Only full packages will be considered.
Applicants for the position of the Translator will be selected in accordance with the procedures specified in the "Guidelines for the selection and hiring of Specialists by the World Bank.

You can get acquainted with the full Terms of Reference (Terms of Reference and Scope of Services) of the Translator in the SI AED PMU at the address: Rudaki district, Jamoat Russia, Village 1-may, 432. Republic of Tajikistan, State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Contact phone: + Tel / fax: (44) 6100013; (44) 6100014; e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project (SRASP)

RECRUITMENT: Training Specialist - 1 position

BACKGROUND
The Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project is an IDA grant in the amount of US$ 58 million prepared to support Tajikistan for the purpose of foundations for a more resilient agriculture sector refer to the availability of public agricultural services, including improved seeds, seedlings, and planting materials; agri-logistical services; agro meteorological information, soil testing, locust control and crop protection.

The project is implemented by the State Institution Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development Project Management Unit (SI AED PMU).

PROJECT OBJECTIVE

The development objective of the proposed project is to strengthen the foundations for a more resilient agricultural sector in Tajikistan.

State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) now invites qualified specialists with relevant work experience to participate in the competitive selection for the vacant position of the Training Specialist.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The key objective of this assignment is to assist the SRAS Project Coordinator and AED PMU Director with coordination of the training program. Delivery will include a combination of classroom and field sessions in order to provide both theoretical information and practical examples. Training topics under the components will be defined through provision training needs assessments. Development of the Training Program is a responsibility of the Project Technical Service Provider. In close cooperation with the Technical Service Provider the Training Specialist will be responsible for coordination of trainings delivered by the Training Service Provider under project components. The Technical Service Provider will support the TSP to prepare trainers who will deliver trainings to beneficiaries. The trainers will be recruited in close collaboration with the Training Specialist. This is a full-time position. The Training Specialist is expected to work in AED PMU offices and be available for extensive travel. The Training Specialist will report directly to the SRAS Project Coordinator and AED PMU Director and will undertake the following responsibilities:
• Coordination of trainings, monitoring of actual training events (attendance, quality, reporting);
• Conduct needs assessment for trainings among beneficiaries;
• Closely work with the international Technical Service Provider to develop training materials, handbooks and others;
• Analyze feedback from training participants and present to management;
• Supervise the TSP in identification of potential trainers for the TOT program;
• Coordinate establishment of Demonstration Plots, field days visits, environmental and social assessment;
• Monitor the TSP’s performance and verify that it conforms to the technical requirements and quality standards agreed to in the terms and conditions of the Financing Agreement;
• Ensure collaboration, interaction and continued information exchange with the Agricultural Officers at Rayon and Jamoat level;
• Carry out review of overall and annual work plans from TSP, ensure that any revision to the work plan is coordinated with AED PMU and closely monitor progress of the TSP work against the work plan;
• Ensure that all training events are organized in a manner which encourages participation of young people and women and that the environment provided for the participation of women is safe, secure and appropriate for their participation;
• Ensure that all training events include the need to encourage people considering environmental and social requirement in accordance with the project ESMF, coordinate for this purpose with the environmental consultant and social consultant;
• Provide expert opinion on technical matters related to the SRASP implementation;
• Ensure that training presentation are recorded and made available on Project Website, video/CD together with supporting written documents for further distribution;
• Identify and disseminate project achievements, success stories and best practices;
• Ensure the link between the training planning and delivery and the support to the agriculture sector development;
• Undertake regular visits to the Project area and develop mechanisms for participatory monitoring of activities supported under the Project and receive feedback from the target beneficiaries for making any relevant corrections;
• Review and comment TSP reports, and contribute to project progress reports

LANGUAGES
The Training Specialist shall work in the Tajik and Russian languages. Documents shall be prepared in the Tajik and Russian Language.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• University diploma in agriculture, economics, business administration or equivalent;
• Prior experience in coordination of training programs (preferably, with donor organizations), including planning the training, monitoring implementation, and ensuring the feedback mechanism
• Minimum 5 year experience in public and/or private sector development;
• Minimum 3 year experience working with the World Bank or other donor organizations;
• Experience in Value Chain Development is desirable;
• Good Computer skills MS Word, MS Excel;
• Fluent knowledge of Tajik and Russian.

APPLICATION PROCESS
A cover letter (2 pages maximum) and resume (3 pages maximum) clearly demonstrating how applicants meet essential qualifications and asset criteria should be submitted to: State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Training Specialist” in the subject line by no later than March 14, 2022 until 5:00 pm. Only full packages will be considered.
Applicants for the position of the Training Specialist will be selected in accordance with the procedures specified in the "Guidelines for the selection and hiring of Specialists by the World Bank.

You can get acquainted with the full Terms of Reference (Terms of Reference and Scope of Services) of the Training Specialist in the SI AED PMU at the address: Rudaki district, Jamoat Russia, Village 1-may, 432. Republic of Tajikistan, State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Contact phone: + Tel / fax: (44) 6100013; (44) 6100014; e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project (SRASP)

RECRUITMENT: Soil Fertility Specialist - 1 position

BACKGROUND
The Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project is an IDA grant in the amount of US$ 58 million prepared to support Tajikistan for the purpose of foundations for a more resilient agriculture sector refer to the availability of public agricultural services, including improved seeds, seedlings, and planting materials; agri-logistical services; agro meteorological information, soil testing, locust control and crop protection.
The project is implemented by the State Institution Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development Project Management Unit (SI AED PMU).

PROJECT OBJECTIVE
The development objective of the proposed project is to strengthen the foundations for a more resilient agricultural sector in Tajikistan.
State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) now invites qualified specialists with relevant work experience to participate in the competitive selection for the vacant position of the Soil Fertility Specialist.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The goal of the work is: to establishment of regularities in the structure, factors and degree of transformation of the soil cover; assessment of the current state of the soil cover and ecosystems of the project areas; development of sections of the general description of the territory, the state of the environment and soil cover. The Soil Fertility Specialist will work under the direction of the Deputy Director/SRAS Project Coordinator, directly with the Coordinator of Component -1 and with the project staff and are responsible for the following:
Pre-field preparation:
• Conducts preparatory work for field trips, completes expeditionary equipment, instrumentation necessary for work;
• Collects, systematizes and analyzes printed materials (handwritten funds) and materials on the soil cover of the research regions, maps of ecosystems, vegetation, soils and landscapes, satellite images and topographic maps;
• Compiles preliminary (working) descriptions of soil types in project areas;
• Analysis of available thematic manuscripts, reports of service providers in the study area;
• Together with other experts, draws up plans for routes and sections of field surveys, forms for collecting field data to clarify the results.
Field studies:
• Carries out trips (according to the travel schedule) to the study areas at the scheduled time and conducts field work in accordance with the goals set by the terms of reference, using agreed methods and the necessary technical equipment;
• Holds targeted meetings and discussions (on the goals and objectives described in the TOR) with employees of the State Forestry, hunting and other environmental organizations, nature users (if any), local governments, land users and other stakeholders;
• Conducts route surveys of project areas, collects materials for soil analysis;
• Conducts soil surveys of specific areas and previously identified ecosystems of project areas;
• Carries out data collection, cameral processing and analysis of the received materials;
• Submits data and reports to the cartographer for the preparation of thematic maps;
• Prepares the description and mapping of these sites and routes of the project areas using GIS based on GPS data, describes the soil cover from available sources;
Office processing and reporting:
• Gives an expert assessment of the current state of the soil cover and ecosystems, identifies the causes and factors of threats, formulates recommendations for their elimination;
• Identifies and analyzes causal relationships between external factors and changes in the soil cover and ecosystems of the project areas;
• Provides a comparative analytical report on the state of the soil for the project impact zones;
• The report should contain photographs of soil types typical for the given territory, photographs of monitoring observations;
• Makes recommendations on the system of long-term monitoring and strengthening of protective measures in the study area
• Creates and monitors the relevance of the database and photographic materials, reports, presentations of work performed
• Additionally:
• During the period of the contract, the expert takes part (online) in seminars, discussions, project meetings, public hearings and other meetings on issues related to project activities.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
• Higher biological/agro biological/agricultural education with a specialization in soil/agro chemistry;
• At least 3 years of experience in conducting research in biological, biochemical, agro biological and agrochemical areas;
• Availability of scientific / popular science articles of biological, biochemical, agro biological and agrochemical fields;
• At least 3 years of experience in government agencies, universities, research institutes and/or environmental organizations;
• Knowledge of GIS and GPS
• Ability to work in a team, excellent communication skills; - Skills in preparing reports and analytical materials.
• Experience in international projects is an advantage.
• Good Computer skills MS Word, MS Excel;
• Fluent knowledge of Tajik, Russian, knowledge of English is desirable.

APPLICATION PROCESS
A cover letter (2 pages maximum) and resume (3 pages maximum) clearly demonstrating how applicants meet essential qualifications and asset criteria should be submitted to: State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Soil Fertility Specialist” in the subject line by no later than March 14, 2022 until 5:00 pm. Only full packages will be considered.
Applicants for the position of the Soil Fertility Specialist will be selected in accordance with the procedures specified in the "Guidelines for the selection and hiring of Specialists by the World Bank.

You can get acquainted with the full Terms of Reference (Terms of Reference and Scope of Services) of the Soil Fertility Specialist in the SI AED PMU at the address: Rudaki district, Jamoat Russia, Village 1-may, 432. Republic of Tajikistan, State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Contact phone: + Tel / fax: (44) 6100013; (44) 6100014; e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project (SRASP)

RECRUITMENT: Social Issues Specialist - 1 position

BACKGROUND
The Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project is an IDA grant in the amount of US$ 58 million prepared to support Tajikistan for the purpose of foundations for a more resilient agriculture sector refer to the availability of public agricultural services, including improved seeds, seedlings, and planting materials; agri-logistical services; agro meteorological information, soil testing, locust control and crop protection.
The project is implemented by the State Institution Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development Project Management Unit (SI AED PMU).

PROJECT OBJECTIVE
The development objective of the proposed project is to strengthen the foundations for a more resilient agricultural sector in Tajikistan.
State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) now invites qualified specialists with relevant work experience to participate in the competitive selection for the vacant position of the Social Issues Specialist.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Social Issues Specialist will be responsible for:
• Collecting and analyzing data relevant to social development aspects (e.g. gender, child labor issues);
• Drafting and supervision of the SRASP community outreach campaigns, including organization of knowledge share events (round tables, workshops, consultations etc.). Keeping record of all these events (date, time, information presented, participants, concerns, suggestions) and offer suggestions to the SI AED PMU on how to incorporate these concerns into overall project activities.
• Providing trainings to the SRASP beneficiaries, SI AED PMU staff and key stakeholders on social development tools and processes, such safeguards and beneficiary feedback including the project’s Grievance Redress Mechanism
• Providing amendments if needed to project documents such as Operational Manual to ensure that social development aspects are adequately addressed;
• Liaison with key stakeholders, including international and national NGOs and agencies working on social development at jamoat and district levels, to study their experience and suggest the most effective approaches to support similar social activities in the SRASP target districts;
• Providing social and institutional input for dissemination materials and appropriate methods of outreach to vulnerable groups;
• Developing visual informational and training materials (modules, brochures, handouts etc.) on social issues, gender, land rights, grievance redress mechanism, rights of women)
• Ensuring that capacity building activities arranged/supported by the SRASP are gender sensitive;
• Supervise development and implementation of an efficient Grievance Redress and Feedback Mechanism developed for the SRASP and offer further suggestions based on best practice examples of other existing grievance redress and beneficiary feedback processes;
• Support trainings to the SRASP beneficiaries and Participating Financial Institutions on national legislation related to child and forced labor;
• Any other tasks as agreed with the SI AED PMU Project Director.
• Being fully aware of the goals and objectives of the projects and its components as well as its Operations Manual as related to social issues and safeguards.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• University degree in the field of sociology, agriculture and/or economics is required, postgraduate
degree is an advantage;
• At least five years of relevant work experience in social issues and good knowledge of such
issues as gender mainstreaming, youth, migration, job creation in agriculture;
• Experience in delivering training and developing related materials (e.g. manuals, presentations
etc.) to a variety of audiences (e.g. rural population, government staff and specialists, NGOs);
• Experience with carrying out social assessments is an advantage;
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills;
• Computer skills (MS office, MS Word, MS Excel, Power point, Internet E-mail etc.) is required;
• Fluency in written and spoken Tajik and Russian, knowledge of English is an advantage.

APPLICATION PROCESS
A cover letter (2 pages maximum) and resume (3 pages maximum) clearly demonstrating how applicants meet essential qualifications and asset criteria should be submitted to: State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Social Issues Specialist” in the subject line by no later than March 14, 2022 until 5:00 pm. Only full packages will be considered.
Applicants for the position of the Social Issues Specialist will be selected in accordance with the procedures specified in the "Guidelines for the selection and hiring of Specialists by the World Bank.

You can get acquainted with the full Terms of Reference (Terms of Reference and Scope of Services) of the Social Issues Specialist in the SI AED PMU at the address: Rudaki district, Jamoat Russia, Village 1-may, 432. Republic of Tajikistan, State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Contact phone: + Tel / fax: (44) 6100013; (44) 6100014; e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project (SRASP)

RECRUITMENT: Seeds Specialist - 1 position

BACKGROUND
The Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project is an IDA grant in the amount of US$ 58 million prepared to support Tajikistan for the purpose of foundations for a more resilient agriculture sector refer to the availability of public agricultural services, including improved seeds, seedlings, and planting materials; agri-logistical services; agro meteorological information, soil testing, locust control and crop protection.
The project is implemented by the State Institution Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development Project Management Unit (SI AED PMU).

PROJECT OBJECTIVE
The development objective of the proposed project is to strengthen the foundations for a more resilient agricultural sector in Tajikistan.
State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) now invites qualified specialists with relevant work experience to participate in the competitive selection for the vacant position of the Seeds Specialist.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Seeds Specialist is responsible for the provision of strategic and technical support for the development, implementation and multiplication of an effective seed systems program, Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Director/SRAS Project Coordinator and AED PMU Director the Seed Specialist will work closely with Project partners and beneficiaries to perform the following tasks:

(A) Promoting Adoption of Good Varieties and Quality Seeds
• To develop training package for strengthening seed farms;
• Review existing rice seed certification system, develop necessary tools, field guideline and facilitate implementation of seed certification under the project;
• Assist Project and Partners in enhancing the design and implementation of seed certification system for seeds farms with support under the guidance of the seed standards;
• Review the current seed market, assessing the supply and demand sides in the project area, as well as the current certification system. Identify bottlenecks and potential for improvement of the certified seed availability. Set targets for the project in line with the Project Appraisal targets, Result Framework indicators and Project Operational Manual;
• Monitor the seed production, processing, certification and distribution process throughout the project timeframe. Link the monitoring system of the project M&E system;
• Assess the adoption of seeds by production farms using certified seeds and assess the impact on rice yields, productivity and economic performance (Return to land and labor).

(B) Promoting Good Agriculture Practices
• To develop training package for strengthening seed production farms and assist PAFOs in facilitating FPG investment plan;
• Review existing regulatory framework, documents, initiatives in seed production, consolidate/define or if it is necessary develop a practical guideline for project field implementation;
• Prepare simple self/internal assessment on seed production;
• Prepare simple guidelines for the assessment of adoption of seed production techniques by seed farms;
• Provide/facilitate technical training to beneficiaries and partners on seed selection and production techniques and certification process;
• Design a monitoring and evaluation system to be linked with the project M&E system for monitoring of GAP and organic production and certification activities.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
• University diploma in agriculture, economics, seed production;
• Prior experience in seed production, multiplication and relevant training programs (preferably, with donor organizations), including planning the training, monitoring implementation, and ensuring the feedback mechanism;
• Minimum 5-year experience in public and/or private sector development;
• Minimum 3-year experience working with the World Bank or other donor organizations;
• Experience in seed production is desirable;
• Good Computer skills MS Word, MS Excel;
• Fluent knowledge of Tajik, Russian.

APPLICATION PROCESS
A cover letter (2 pages maximum) and resume (3 pages maximum) clearly demonstrating how applicants meet essential qualifications and asset criteria should be submitted to: State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Seeds Specialist” in the subject line by no later than March 14, 2022 until 5:00 pm. Only full packages will be considered.
Applicants for the position of the Seeds Specialist will be selected in accordance with the procedures specified in the "Guidelines for the selection and hiring of Specialists by the World Bank.

You can get acquainted with the full Terms of Reference (Terms of Reference and Scope of Services) of the Seeds Specialist in the SI AED PMU at the address: Rudaki district, Jamoat Russia, Village 1-may, 432. Republic of Tajikistan, State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Contact phone: + Tel / fax: (44) 6100013; (44) 6100014; e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project (SRASP)

RECRUITMENT: Regional coordinator for the Khatlon region- 1 position.

BACKGROUND
The Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project is an IDA grant in the amount of US$ 58 million prepared to support Tajikistan for the purpose of foundations for a more resilient agriculture sector refer to the availability of public agricultural services, including improved seeds, seedlings, and planting materials; agri-logistical services; agro meteorological information, soil testing, locust control and crop protection.

The project is implemented by the State Institution Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development Project Management Unit (SI AED PMU).

PROJECT OBJECTIVE

The development objective of the proposed project is to strengthen the foundations for a more resilient agricultural sector in Tajikistan.

State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) now invites qualified specialists with relevant work experience to participate in the competitive selection for the vacant position of the Regional coordinator.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the timely collation and preparation of the annual work plans and budgets;
• Ensure that the meetings of the Hukumat and Jamoat are held regularly to ensure accountability and transparency in Project decision-making;
• Ensure that s/he holds regular meetings with all key implementing partners on the ground to discuss Project planning, progress, and issues;
• Assist project management in developing operational procedures for countering the proliferation of COVID 19, as well as facilitate the development and implementation of procedures for countering the proliferation of COVID 19 when working with beneficiaries in the process of project implementation.
• Oversee the development and operation of logistics centres’ and other infrastructure facilities at the farms supported by the project.
• Observe the programs of the project beneficiaries and the value chain in which they participate.
• Facilitate and assist the project management in the selection and assessment of farm beneficiaries.
• Ensure the proper implementation of the work plans at the region level and ensure that implementing partners are properly facilitated in the implementation of Project activities;
• Ensure proper keeping of all relevant documents at the region level and ensure that all information required to prepare the Withdrawal Applications is submitted to the AED PMU in a timely manner;
• Ensure that each participating government line agency designates an overall coordinator for Project activities at the region level;
• Together with each of the service providers and participating government line agencies at the region level prepare a monthly work plan.
• S/He will ensure all logistical inputs and operational support for the provision of field visits of the PMU staff/consultants, WB supervision missions etc.;
• Monitor the performance of the implementing partners at the region level;
• Ensure that all data is properly recorded as indicated in the MIS developed for the Project and that all information is provided to the designated PMU staff for preparation of the Project reports;
• Ensure that all local procurements are made using the procedures specified in the Financing Agreement and the Project Manuals;
• Promote linkages with other programs and projects that will help to achieve Project objectives at the region level.

LANGUAGES
The Regional coordinator shall work in the English, Russian and Tajik languages. Documents shall be prepared in the English and Russian Language.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• University degree in field of agriculture, economics or relevant fields;
• Not less than 5 years of work experience in the field of rural development, community based initiatives and agricultural projects funded by international organizations/donors, preferably by the World Bank, Asian Development Bank and European Commission
• Valid driving license (B and C categories)
• Knowledge of Tajik and Russian languages, knowledge of English is an advantage;
• Excellent knowledge of computer programs Windows: Word and Excel;
• Good team work and communicative skills.

APPLICATION PROCESS

A cover letter (2 pages maximum) and resume (3 pages maximum) clearly demonstrating how applicants meet essential qualifications and asset criteria should be submitted to: State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Regional coordinator” in the subject line by no later than March 14, 2022 until 5:00 pm. Only full packages will be considered.
Applicants for the position of the Regional coordinator will be selected in accordance with the procedures specified in the "Guidelines for the selection and hiring of Specialists by the World Bank.

You can get acquainted with the full Terms of Reference (Terms of Reference and Scope of Services) of the Regional coordinator in the SI AED PMU at the address: Rudaki district, Jamoat Russia, Village 1-may, 432. Republic of Tajikistan, State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Contact phone: + Tel / fax: (44) 6100013; (44) 6100014; e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project (SRASP)

RECRUITMENT: Regional coordinator for the Sogd region- 1 position.

BACKGROUND
The Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project is an IDA grant in the amount of US$ 58 million prepared to support Tajikistan for the purpose of foundations for a more resilient agriculture sector refer to the availability of public agricultural services, including improved seeds, seedlings, and planting materials; agri-logistical services; agro meteorological information, soil testing, locust control and crop protection.

The project is implemented by the State Institution Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development Project Management Unit (SI AED PMU).

PROJECT OBJECTIVE

The development objective of the proposed project is to strengthen the foundations for a more resilient agricultural sector in Tajikistan.

State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) now invites qualified specialists with relevant work experience to participate in the competitive selection for the vacant position of the Regional coordinator.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the timely collation and preparation of the annual work plans and budgets;
• Ensure that the meetings of the Hukumat and Jamoat are held regularly to ensure accountability and transparency in Project decision-making;
• Ensure that s/he holds regular meetings with all key implementing partners on the ground to discuss Project planning, progress, and issues;
• Assist project management in developing operational procedures for countering the proliferation of COVID 19, as well as facilitate the development and implementation of procedures for countering the proliferation of COVID 19 when working with beneficiaries in the process of project implementation.
• Oversee the development and operation of logistics centres’ and other infrastructure facilities at the farms supported by the project.
• Observe the programs of the project beneficiaries and the value chain in which they participate.
• Facilitate and assist the project management in the selection and assessment of farm beneficiaries.
• Ensure the proper implementation of the work plans at the region level and ensure that implementing partners are properly facilitated in the implementation of Project activities;
• Ensure proper keeping of all relevant documents at the region level and ensure that all information required to prepare the Withdrawal Applications is submitted to the AED PMU in a timely manner;
• Ensure that each participating government line agency designates an overall coordinator for Project activities at the region level;
• Together with each of the service providers and participating government line agencies at the region level prepare a monthly work plan.
• S/He will ensure all logistical inputs and operational support for the provision of field visits of the PMU staff/consultants, WB supervision missions etc.;
• Monitor the performance of the implementing partners at the region level;
• Ensure that all data is properly recorded as indicated in the MIS developed for the Project and that all information is provided to the designated PMU staff for preparation of the Project reports;
• Ensure that all local procurements are made using the procedures specified in the Financing Agreement and the Project Manuals;
• Promote linkages with other programs and projects that will help to achieve Project objectives at the region level.

Languages
The Regional coordinator shall work in the English, Russian and Tajik languages. Documents shall be prepared in the English and Russian Language.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• University degree in field of agriculture, economics or relevant fields;
• Not less than 5 years of work experience in the field of rural development, community based initiatives and agricultural projects funded by international organizations/donors, preferably by the World Bank, Asian Development Bank and European Commission
• Valid driving license (B and C categories)
• Knowledge of Tajik and Russian languages, knowledge of English is an advantage;
• Excellent knowledge of computer programs Windows: Word and Excel;
• Good team work and communicative skills.

APPLICATION PROCESS

A cover letter (2 pages maximum) and resume (3 pages maximum) clearly demonstrating how applicants meet essential qualifications and asset criteria should be submitted to: State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Regional coordinator” in the subject line by no later than March 14, 2022 until 5:00 pm. Only full packages will be considered.
Applicants for the position of the Regional coordinator will be selected in accordance with the procedures specified in the "Guidelines for the selection and hiring of Specialists by the World Bank.

You can get acquainted with the full Terms of Reference (Terms of Reference and Scope of Services) of the Regional coordinator in the SI AED PMU at the address: Rudaki district, Jamoat Russia, Village 1-may, 432. Republic of Tajikistan, State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Contact phone: + Tel / fax: (44) 6100013; (44) 6100014; e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.