Homestead Food Production Officer

Vacancy Announcement

HKI/Nepal is working to improve the nutritional status of women and young children through evidence-based research and programs. Helen Keller International (HKI), CARE, FHI 360, Nepali Technical Assistance Group (NTAG), Equal Access Nepal (EAN), Environment and Public Health Organization (ENPHO), Vijaya Resource development Centre (VDRC) is implementing USAID funded Suaahara II Program (SP II) in 42 districts, applications are invited from interested, committed, dynamic team players and experienced Nepali nationals for the following position:

Position: Homestead Food Production Officer (HFPO) – district base

Description: The HFP Officer will responsible for ensuring the quality of annual planning, implementation and outcomes of the homestead food production component of the health and nutrition program, providing nutrient-dense animal and vegetable source foods to pregnant and lactating women and children.  The position will provide technical and logistical support for the interventions and activities at district level and with the partner NGOs for the technical management of homestead gardens and backyard poultry at beneficiary level.  

Requirement for the role:

• Education: BSc in Agriculture, Livestock or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in agriculture field with I/NGOs;
• Skills: Strong knowledge of Nepal’s agriculture systems, policies and processes and a sound understanding of the linkages between agriculture and nutrition; a solid understanding of monitoring and evaluation of homestead food production programs; participate in evaluations, research and operations as required.

Application Procedures:

Interested and eligible candidates can apply by submitting application to nepal.recruitment@hki.org. The application should include the following:

• A cover letter clearly describing your experiences and competencies that meet the position requirement 
• Updated CV 
• Minimum of two reference contact details (mobile and e-mail), including current employer 

Deadline for Submission: COB June 27, 2019

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the selection process. 

Helen Keller International / Nepal promotes workforce with diversity and applies positive discrimination to women candidates and candidates from Dalit, Janajati, Madhesi/ Terai and other minority communities.