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

RECRUITMENT: Regional Agricultural Specialist for the Khatlon regions - 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 Agricultural Specialist.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Regional Agricultural Specialist (one position for Khatlon and one position for Sugd) will be responsible for providing technical assistance in strengthening specific agricultural sectors of the project at the project site in the regions of the Republic of Tajikistan. The Regional Agricultural Specialist will work closely with the project Agriculture Specialist and project staff under the direct supervision of the Regional Project Coordinator and SRAS Deputy Director/Project Coordinator who has overall responsibility for project implementation. The Regional Agricultural Specialist will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Draw up planning documentation for (seed, seedling and horticulture) strengthening of component 1 and 2 of the project;
• Visiting fields and monitoring crops of beneficiaries/partners;
• Ensure the laying of seed plots in the most optimal time, carrying out agronomic measures to care for them in order to obtain high-quality seeds and seedlings.
• Conduct testing of varietal crops and nurseries.
• Organize timely harvesting of seed crops, post-harvest treatment of seeds, bringing them to high sowing conditions.
• To control the storage and use of seeds for seed purposes.
• Providing technical advice to farmers/partners on crop rotation, land preparation, cultivation, harvesting and storage of products;
• Conducting a biological and yield assessment of beneficiary/partner crops;
• Draft reports on the completion of project, agricultural activities and contributions to narrative reports on the project;
• Development and monitoring of the agricultural components of the project with support/supervision from the project coordinator;
• Support the development and implementation of a monitoring system and plan for the agricultural components of the project;
• Assistance in the organization of training and the implementation of agricultural activities;
• Liaise closely with the project management team, updating them on progress and issues as they arise;
• Provide support for capacity building of field agricultural staff and trainers.
• Assistance in the technical evaluation and physical verification of the quality of the proposed goods and equipment as part of the tender process;
• In collaboration with the M&E specialist, support the process of identifying potential beneficiaries for the distribution of seeds and other commodities according to the selection criteria (development of selection criteria that would allow men and women to participate equally);
• Assist in organizing the distribution of seeds, goods and equipment among the beneficiaries in the target area of the project and monitor, record the number of seed recipients in a breakdown;
• Assist in the development of scenarios for the establishment of demonstration plots and participate in the selection of potential parties for the establishment of demonstration plots;
• Supporting the establishment of demonstration plots, conducting monitoring and providing necessary advice and recommendations;
• Performing any other related duties and activities as instructed by the project management team.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
• University diploma in agronomist or equivalent;
• Minimum 8 years’ experience as agronomist in agriculture production
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working with the World Bank or other donor organizations;
• Experience in the public and/or private sector is an advantage.
• 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 “Regional Agricultural 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 Regional Agricultural 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 Regional Agricultural 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 Agricultural Specialist 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 Agricultural Specialist.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Regional Agricultural Specialist (one position for Khatlon and one position for Sugd) will be responsible for providing technical assistance in strengthening specific agricultural sectors of the project at the project site in the regions of the Republic of Tajikistan. The Regional Agricultural Specialist will work closely with the project Agriculture Specialist and project staff under the direct supervision of the Regional Project Coordinator and SRAS Deputy Director/Project Coordinator who has overall responsibility for project implementation. The Regional Agricultural Specialist will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Draw up planning documentation for (seed, seedling and horticulture) strengthening of component 1 and 2 of the project;
• Visiting fields and monitoring crops of beneficiaries/partners;
• Ensure the laying of seed plots in the most optimal time, carrying out agronomic measures to care for them in order to obtain high-quality seeds and seedlings.
• Conduct testing of varietal crops and nurseries.
• Organize timely harvesting of seed crops, post-harvest treatment of seeds, bringing them to high sowing conditions.
• To control the storage and use of seeds for seed purposes.
• Providing technical advice to farmers/partners on crop rotation, land preparation, cultivation, harvesting and storage of products;
• Conducting a biological and yield assessment of beneficiary/partner crops;
• Draft reports on the completion of project, agricultural activities and contributions to narrative reports on the project;
• Development and monitoring of the agricultural components of the project with support/supervision from the project coordinator;
• Support the development and implementation of a monitoring system and plan for the agricultural components of the project;
• Assistance in the organization of training and the implementation of agricultural activities;
• Liaise closely with the project management team, updating them on progress and issues as they arise;
• Provide support for capacity building of field agricultural staff and trainers.
• Assistance in the technical evaluation and physical verification of the quality of the proposed goods and equipment as part of the tender process;
• In collaboration with the M&E specialist, support the process of identifying potential beneficiaries for the distribution of seeds and other commodities according to the selection criteria (development of selection criteria that would allow men and women to participate equally);
• Assist in organizing the distribution of seeds, goods and equipment among the beneficiaries in the target area of the project and monitor, record the number of seed recipients in a breakdown;
• Assist in the development of scenarios for the establishment of demonstration plots and participate in the selection of potential parties for the establishment of demonstration plots;
• Supporting the establishment of demonstration plots, conducting monitoring and providing necessary advice and recommendations;
• Performing any other related duties and activities as instructed by the project management team.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
• University diploma in agronomist or equivalent;
• Minimum 8 years’ experience as agronomist in agriculture production
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working with the World Bank or other donor organizations;
• Experience in the public and/or private sector is an advantage.
• 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 “Regional Agricultural 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 Regional Agricultural 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 Regional Agricultural 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: Expeditor/Forwarding 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 Expeditor/Forwarding Specialist.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Expeditor/Forwarding Specialist will be responsible for providing logistic support and overseeing the overall logistic processes in support of the objectives of the project He/she will be based at the SE “AED PMU” office in Dushanbe and will work closely with government relevant agencies, beneficiaries and other Project staff. In his activities the Specialist follows the Project Operation Manual (POM) of SE “AED PMU”, Charter of SE “AED PMU”, acting legislation of the Republic of Tajikistan and orders of the AED PMU Management team. Expeditor/Forwarding Specialist will be responsible for the following tasks:
• Planning, oversight, and management and coordination of logistics support operations to ensure smooth accomplishment of projects;
• Work in the relevant agencies, project beneficiaries, agriculture input providers;
• Entails creating a plan or timetable for the movement of materials, heavy equipment, and light trucks;
• Workforce and parts supply in compliance with the project requirements;
• managing a schedule to track and station materials promptly, as well as providing for preventive maintenance to ensure that projects are accomplished without hitches;
• He/she is responsible for the movement of materials to a warehouse location in preparation for shipment, and also conducts receiving activities;
• Preparing shipping documentation and providing support in merging materials into single shipments, including crating and packing when necessary;
• Carry out packing, storage duties in preparation for site-specific beneficiaries and shipment;
• Oversee beneficiaries-based queues and plan and allocate tasks to meet project requirements;
• Responsible for tracking, receiving, and stocking all items ordered;
• Ensure materials are appropriately stored;
• Program the final calculation of materials/goods prior to shipment;
• Provide a list of all equipment/goods provided from the suppliers to the Component coordinator and Management team;
• Responsible for supervising and accounting for equipment/goods provided by suppliers;
• Carry out annual property inventory and provide another report in his area of responsibility.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
• University diploma in agriculture, economics or equal;
• Prior experience in expeditor or forwarding of goods;
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in public and/or private sector development;
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with the donor organizations;
• Experience in agriculture sector 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 “Expeditor/Forwarding 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 Expeditor/Forwarding 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 Expeditor/Forwarding 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.

RECRUITMENT: Environmental 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 Environmental Specialist.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The duties of the Specialist include the following:
• To organize periodic training programs to develop and improve the skills and abilities of employees involved in the implementation of the project on environmental management.
• Organize annual workshops with residents of the project area, NGOs, members of the national environmental movement;
• To familiarize employees with MCC requirements and provide them with the necessary
information (ie, local, national, or international environmental standards and requirements) to obtain permits / licenses, contracts and others.
Review of standards for the environment to determine the classification of the project in
accordance with the guidelines for each component of the project;
• Monthly provide a report on the results of its work in the AED PMU and the action taken in respect of the environmental parameters specified for each project components for their implementation, identifying weaknesses and proposals for improvement;
• Provide guidance to the AED PMU, and to promote the inclusion of the tender documentation procedures to ensure compliance with environmental standards and allow resolution of environmental problems;
• Ensure that all relevant documents and records relating to the environmental aspects will be stored in the AED PMU.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Environmental consultant should have experience in the control of environmental pollution, at least 5 years of work experience, especially related to the environment.
• He / she should be familiar with the procedures of environmental monitoring, with the knowledge of national and international standards on the environment and the requirements for drinking water, irrigation and land, public health standards and technical specifications and safety standards.
• He / she must have at least 3 years of experience in the private, local or national government administration system.
• He / she should have experience in international projects, ADB and WB.
• The consultant should be able to use a personal computer.
• Word and Excel is desirable to know the English language.
• Ability to communicate with people.

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 “Environmental 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 Environmental 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 Environmental 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: Coordinator component 3 - 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 Coordinator component 3.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Component 3 Coordinator will be fully responsible for implementation of the component 3 (Strengthen public capacity for crises prevention and management) and sub-components 3.1-3.3 (3.1: Real-time monitoring of agricultural production, land use, and agro meteorology; 3.2: Soil fertility management; and 3.3: Crop protection and locust control) under the guidance of Deputy Director/SRAS Project Coordinator.
The Component 3 Coordinator duties and responsibilities are follows:

Relevant to management of the component

• In close collaboration with Deputy Director/SRAS Project Coordinator and other AED PMU specialists/staff ensure timely preparation of annual work plans and budget with relevant outputs/outcomes indicator to contribute of achievement of Project Development Objective (PDO);
• Develop and finalized Term of Reference (ToR) for the consultants, training and technical service providers in close collaboration with other project staff;
• Guide Training Specialist and contribute on development of the training modules under component 3 with of the project, planning and their implementation;
• Undertake day to day planning, implementation and coordination activities under Component 3, and be responsible for ensuring that implementation;
• Provide technical input in the procurement of materials and services required for the Project and ensure that the arrangements are in place for timely delivery of these inputs;
• Monitor the service providers’ performance and verify that it conforms to the technical requirements and quality standards agreed to in the terms and conditions of the Financing Agreement;
• Review of implementation plans, work plans, budgets, or monitoring and evaluation plans and ensure consistency with the terms and conditions of the contracts with service providers.
• Take notes on any material deficiencies in the service providers’ performance and submit them to the immediate attention of the Deputy Director/SRAS Project Coordinator and AED PMU Director;
• Carry out review and provide comments of the progress reports, work plans, proposals and other deliverables (e.g., technical assistance proposals or technical design documents) of the service providers;
• Assist and support on the following actions:
o Creation of an organizational structure to advise on development and management of AGRIDATA stack and real-time monitoring/ planning dashboards;
o Survey of datasets relevant to agriculture across all agencies, ministries, and private sector
o Creation of an information technology infrastructure;
o Creation of an AGRIDATA dashboard and initial digital services;
o Necessary training for using and maintaining the AGRIDATA stack and dashboard;
o Assessing requirements of new agro meteorological stations across Tajikistan’s agro-climatic zones;
o Installation of new agro meteorological stations and harmonizing existing stations to ensure data transfer to AGRIDATA stack;
o Disseminating weather forecast through the AGRIDATA stack;
o Development of Digital alert systems for weather, pest/diseases and crop advisory.
• Work closely with M&E specialist to develop a monitoring and evaluation system on frame of the component;
• Contribute and assist M&E Specialist in monitoring progress, quality of inputs and outputs;
• Provide information on the progress of contracts and planned activities;
• Identification and dissemination of achievements, success stories and best practices of the project that have contributed to the increased institutional effectiveness of partner organizations;
• Provide expert opinion on technical matters related to the SRASP implementation;
• Facilitate and assist in conducting consultation workshops with key stakeholders;
• Facilitate technical training of beneficiaries on regulatory compliance;
• Regularly review progress in the implementation of component 3 support to partner institutions, including regular visits to institutional partners and meetings with them, report any feedback and help develop measures to improve component 3 implementation.

Relevant to partner coordination and support
• Provide strategic engagement, networking and collaboration with project stakeholders/partners;
• Coordinate the action, in particular, with service providers:
o increasing capacity of MoA to collect and analyse location-specific weather information, in collaboration with the Agency for Meteorology; and
o providing early warning and timely diagnosis for farmers, which will address the currently delayed and inaccurate agro meteorological information provision, building on the FAO/European Union (EU) pilot in Tajikistan
• Contribute and coordinate the support capacity building to experts, scientists and local communities in natural resource management through a combination of:
o awareness creation and training;
o provision of field and office equipment and critical supplies; and
o Provision of extension services such as demonstrations, field days and ‘hands-on’ exercises.
• Contribute for efficient management of risks relating to the protection of plants from pest, mainly locusts, in the country:
o investing in broad-scale control measures of locust and other pests, including collection of data on pests’ incidence, laboratory diagnostics for pest detection and identification;
o Investing in physical and human capacity of the public institutions responsible for crop protection and locust control, including equipment, materials, and staff training. Main elements of support under this subcomponent include:
(a) investing in broad-scale measures to monitor and control the locusts and prevent pest-related crop damage and loss, as well as pesticide residue-related risks for the health of consumers of food of plant origin, and
(b) Investing in human capacity to conduct monitoring and apply the control measures, including provision of trainings.
• Ensure the formation and proper functioning of executive committees in each of the project partner institutions as a basis for the development, initiation and implementation of project support;
• Oversee the development and operation of seed laboratories and nurseries for growing seedlings supported by the project;
• Oversee programs to change and adapt legislation, project partner institutions in which they participate;
• Facilitate and assist in the selection and assessment of beneficiaries in the framework of the project;
Draw up and finalize MOUs with the private sector, beneficiaries, and government partner institutions as required for the operation of the sector development program.

LANGUAGES
The Coordinator component 3 shall work in the English, Russian and Tajik languages. Documents shall be prepared in the English and Russian Language.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• University diploma in agriculture or related fields construction in agriculture, digital technologies in agriculture. or equivalent;
• Minimum 5-year experience in public and/or private sector development;
• Minimum 3-year experience working with the World Bank or other donor organizations;
• Prior experience in agriculture sector support and capacity building;
• Experience on coordination of project activities.
• Good Computer skills MS Word, MS Excel.
• Fluent knowledge of Tajik, Russian, and English languages.

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 “Coordinator component 3” 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 Coordinator component 3 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 Coordinator component 3 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: Coordinator component 2 - 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 Coordinator component 2.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Component 2 Coordinator will be fully responsible for implementation of the component 2 (Support investments in Agriculture Logistic Centers (ALCs) for horticulture value chains) and sub-components 2.1-2.2 (2.1: Support the establishment and operation of ALCs; and 2.2: Capacity building for operation and management of ALCs and awareness raising) under the guidance of Deputy Director/SRAS Project Coordinator.

Relevant to management of the component
• In close collaboration with Deputy Director/SRAS Project Coordinator and other AED PMU specialists/staff ensure timely preparation of annual work plans and budget with relevant outputs/outcomes indicator to contribute of achievement of Project Development Objective (PDO).
• Develop and finalized Term of Reference (ToR) for the consultants, training and technical service providers in close collaboration with other project staff;
• Guide Training Specialist and contribute on development of the training modules under component 2 with of the project, planning and their implementation.
• Undertake day to day planning, implementation and coordination activities under Component 2, and be responsible for ensuring that implementation.
• Provide technical input in the procurement of materials and services required for the Project and ensure that the arrangements are in place for timely delivery of these inputs.
• Monitor the service providers’ performance and verify that it conforms to the technical requirements and quality standards agreed to in the terms and conditions of the Financing Agreement.
• Review of implementation plans, work plans, budgets, or monitoring and evaluation plans and ensure consistency with the terms and conditions of the contracts with service providers.
• Take notes on any material deficiencies in the service providers’ performance and submit them to the immediate attention of the Deputy Director/SRAS Project Coordinator and AED PMU Director.
• Carry out review and provide comments of the progress reports, work plans, proposals and other deliverables (e.g., technical assistance proposals or technical design documents) of the service providers. These evaluations will address:
- The quality, sufficiency and relevance of documents.
- A review of the updated detailed budget.
- Review of all purchases of services and materials to date, ensuring technical soundness and proper procurement routines and compliance.
- The effectiveness of cost control efforts, potentially employing international benchmarking.
- Timeliness of performance.
• Work closely with M&E specialist to develop a monitoring and evaluation system on frame of the component.
• Contribute and assist M&E Specialist in monitoring progress, quality of inputs and outputs.
• Provide information on the progress of contracts and planned activities.
• Identification and dissemination of achievements, success stories and best practices of the project that have contributed to the increased institutional effectiveness of partner organizations.
• Provide expert opinion on technical matters related to the SRASP implementation.
• Facilitate and assist in conducting consultation workshops with key stakeholders.
• Facilitate technical training of beneficiaries on regulatory compliance.
• Regularly review progress in the implementation of component 2 support to partner institutions, including regular visits to institutional partners and meetings with them, report any feedback and help develop measures to improve component 2 implementation.
Relevant to partner coordination and support
• Provide strategic engagement, networking and collaboration with project stakeholders/partners, including Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Economic Development and Trade of the Republic of Tajikistan, Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Oblasts office, and other relevant stockholders.
• Coordinate the action, in particular, with service providers, Ministry of Agriculture and other relevant stockholders and development partners.
• Assist to ALCs on providing the facilities and conditions to:
 improve food safety and quality in compliance with international standards;
 enhance competitiveness of the horticulture chain through quality sorting, grading and packaging;
 enhance aggregation and horizontal integration of small holders for greater market and price negotiation power; and
 create an enabling environment for private investments in the processing and services sectors as quantities and quality becomes more predictable and organized. Streamlined processing platforms, including improved and new storage facilities, will reduce the risk of losses due to climate, and increase resilience.
• Ensure the formation and proper functioning of executive committees in each of the project partner institutions as a basis for the development, initiation and implementation of project support.
• Oversee the development and operation of seed laboratories and nurseries for growing seedlings supported by the project.
• Oversee programs to change and adapt legislation, project partner institutions in which they participate.
• Facilitate and assist in the selection and assessment of beneficiaries in the framework of the project.
• Draw up and finalize MOUs with the private sector, beneficiaries, government partner institutions as required for the operation of the sector development program.
Languages
The Coordinator component 2 shall work in the English, Russian and Tajik languages. The Reports/Documents shall be prepared in the Tajik, English and Russian Languages.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• University diploma in agriculture or related fields construction in agriculture, digital technologies in agriculture. or equivalent;
• Minimum 5-year experience in public and/or private sector development.
• Minimum 3-year experience working with the World Bank or other donor organizations;
• Prior experience in analysis and/or building of value chains.
• Previous experience in construction of facilities, agricultural infrastructure.
• Good Computer skills MS Word, MS Excel.
• Experience on coordination of project activities.
• Fluent knowledge of Tajik, Russian, and English languages.

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 “Coordinator component 2” 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 Coordinator component 2 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 Coordinator component 2 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: Coordinator component 1 - 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 Coordinator component 1.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Component 1 Coordinator will be fully responsible for implementation of the sub-components 1.1-1.4 (1.1: Enabling Environment; 1.2: Research and development; .3: Multiplication of seeds, seedlings, and planting materials; and 1.4: Quality assurance) under the guidance of Deputy Director/SRAS Project Coordinator.
The Component 1 Coordinator duties and responsibilities are follows:
Relevant to management of the component
• In close collaboration with Deputy Director/SRAS Project Coordinator and other AED PMU specialists/staff ensure timely preparation of annual work plans and budget with relevant outputs/outcomes indicator to contribute of achievement of Project Development Objective (PDO).
• Develop and finalized Term of Reference (ToR) for the consultants, training and technical service providers in close collaboration with other project staff;
• Guide Training Specialist and contribute on development of the training modules under component 1 with of the project, planning and their implementation.
• Undertake day to day planning, implementation and coordination activities under Component 1, and be responsible for ensuring that implementation.
• Provide technical input in the procurement of materials and services required for the Project and ensure that the arrangements are in place for timely delivery of these inputs.
• Monitor the service providers’ performance and verify that it conforms to the technical requirements and quality standards agreed to in the terms and conditions of the Financing Agreement.
• Review of implementation plans, work plans, budgets, or monitoring and evaluation plans and ensure consistency with the terms and conditions of the contracts with service providers.
• Take notes on any material deficiencies in the service providers’ performance and submit them to the immediate attention of the Deputy Director/SRAS Project Coordinator and AED PMU Director.
• Carry out review and provide comments of the progress reports, work plans, proposals and other deliverables (e.g., technical assistance proposals or technical design documents) of the service providers. These evaluations will address:
• The quality, sufficiency and relevance of documents.
• A review of the updated detailed budget.
• Review of all purchases of services and materials to date, ensuring technical soundness and proper procurement routines and compliance.
• The effectiveness of cost control efforts, potentially employing international benchmarking.
• Timeliness of performance.
• Work closely with M&E specialist to develop a monitoring and evaluation system on frame of the component.
• Contribute and assist M&E Specialist in monitoring progress, quality of inputs and outputs.
• Provide information on the progress of contracts and planned activities.
• Identification and dissemination of achievements, success stories and best practices of the project that have contributed to the increased institutional effectiveness of partner organizations.
• Provide expert opinion on technical matters related to the SRASP implementation.
• Facilitate and assist in conducting consultation workshops with key stakeholders.
• Facilitate technical training of beneficiaries on regulatory compliance.
• Regularly review progress in the implementation of component 1 support to partner institutions, including regular visits to institutional partners and meetings with them, report any feedback and help develop measures to improve component 1 implementation.

Relevant to partner coordination and support
• Provide strategic engagement, networking and collaboration with project stakeholders/partners, including MoA, TAAS and its affiliated institutions, TAU and its Institute of Biotechnology, Food Security Committee under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan.
• Coordinate the action, in particular, with service providers, Ministry of Agriculture, Tajik Academy of Agriculture Science, Tajik Agrarian University and development partners.
• Collaborate and support the following agencies on implementation of the component:
• Ministry of Agriculture.
• Committee of Food Security under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan (subcomponent 1.4).
• Department of Technical Regulation and Standardization of the Agency for Standardization, Certification, Metrology and Trade Inspection (TAJIKSTANDARD),
• Tajik Agrarian University,
• Working Group on Agricultural Reform,
• Commission for Variety Testing of Agricultural Crops and Protection of Varieties,
• Departmental Committee of Seed Production and Breeding Achievements,
• Scientific Center for Innovative Technologies and Agricultural Mechanization under TAAS,
• National Center for Food Safety Diagnostics of the Food Safety Committee,
• Food Safety Committee,
• State Service of Phytosanitary Inspection and Plant Quarantine (SSPIPQ),
• Seed Producers Association of Tajikistan (SAT),
• Seed Supervision Department of the Food Security Committee.
• Seed farmers and other stakeholders.
• Ensure the formation and proper functioning of executive committees in each of the project partner institutions as a basis for the development, initiation and implementation of project support.
• Oversee the development and operation of seed laboratories and nurseries for growing seedlings supported by the project.
• Oversee programs to change and adapt legislation, project partner institutions in which they participate.
• Facilitate and assist in the selection and assessment of beneficiaries in the framework of the project.
• Draw up and finalize MOUs with the private sector, beneficiaries, government partner institutions as required for the operation of the sector development program.

LANGUAGES:
The Coordinator component 1 shall work in the English, Russian and Tajik languages. The Reports/Documents shall be prepared in the Tajik, English and Russian Languages.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• University diploma (master’s degree or its equivalent i.e., 5-year University Education) in agriculture or related fields construction in agriculture, digital technologies in agriculture or equivalent.
• A minimum of 5 years of agricultural experience, preferably related to agriculture economy, horticulture or seed technology development in the public and / or private sector.
• Minimum 3-year Project management experience with the World Bank or other donor organizations.
• Experience on coordination of project activities.
• Good Computer skills: MS Word, MS Excel MS.
• Fluent knowledge of Tajik, Russian, and English languages.

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 “Coordinator component 1” 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 Coordinator component 1 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 Coordinator component 1 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: Communication/Liaison Officer. -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 Communication/Liaison Officer.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• The duties of the Communication/Liaison Officer include the following:
• Conceptualizing, planning, organizing, directing and implementing the overall Communication strategy, internal and external events and public information
• In collaboration with other specialists of AED PMU, organize various information activities to increase public awareness and interest about the projects. This process should stimulate the interest and responsibility of the target beneficiaries, as well as local government (district and Jamoat).
• Ensure rapid and accurate information dissemination to the media, NGOs, the field and other appropriate audiences on project activities.
• Identify, develop, distribute and evaluate variety of media materials in multiple, appropriate formats (Press releases, feature stories etc.). Ensure or enhance the quality, appropriateness
• of country specific communication materials, activities, processes and messages transmitted to the press, partners and public.
• Collaborate with mass media through activities such as organizing project site visits, facilitating photo coverage and TV footage and utilizing both web-based and traditional media as appropriate.
• Monitor and evaluate the use and effectiveness of media materials and share results and findings.
• Maintain and update the website of the project with the press releases, announcements and other relevant information
• Ensure that important events of the project including trainings sessions are recorded and posted on the project website Ensure that the project website is linked to other relevant sectoral websites (Ministry of Agriculture etc.)
• Responsible for systematizing of incoming and outgoing e-mail; \; and their translations to the project Director
• Other appropriate tasks as requested by the Project Management

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

The incumbent should have a degree in journalism, communications, public relations or other relevant post-secondary qualification.
• A minimum five years of experience in working with media in-country is required as is an established Contact list of media either as a journalist or specialist in public relations.
• Considerable experience in general news field reporting, newsgathering and/or writing for amajor national or international news outlet will be a distinct advantage. The position may well suit a retired or semi-retired individual who is well established within the media environment of the country.
• 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;
• A proven writing and reporting skills, the ability to operate under pressure and good interpersonal skills are 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 “Communication/Liaison Officer” 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 Communication/Liaison Officer 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 Communication/Liaison Officer 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.