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.