Junior Technical Assistant (JTA)

Junior Technical Assistant (JTA)

FRDEV is looking for the JTA, who will work on the project “Towards More Organic (Sustainable) and Safe Food in Sindhupalchowk, Kavrepalanchowk, and Ramechhap Districts(SFVC)". This project is supported by the INGO Triangle Génération Humanitaire (TGH) in consortium with Médecins du Monde (MdM) and aims to transform the current agricultural production and distribution system in at least four municipalities of Ramechhap, Kavre and Sindhupalchok districts through strategies and models of healthy, sustainable and alternative agriculture. This initiative will support medium-term changes in agricultural practices, food markets and the integration of protection and health of targeted beneficiaries. The development and strengthening of agricultural cooperatives will contribute to creating economic opportunities, poverty reduction and adaptation to climate change. The project will support the transition to a greener economy, based on the "Farm to Fork" and "One Health" principles. In addition, through the promotion of a risk reduction approach to occupational exposures and the implementation of occupational health services, the health of agricultural cooperative members and their communities will be improved. Advocacy will be implemented on the economic and health aspects to ensure the sustainability of the project.

General objective of the position: The Agriculture Technician (JTA) will be responsible for the direct implementation of the agriculture and farmer’s occupational health safety-related activities of the project.

Place of work: Dhulikhel Municipality, Kavre

Duration: 7 months

Line Manager: Project Coordinator

Job Description/Key Responsibilities:

• Work under the guidance of the Project Coordinator, Entrepreneurship Development Officer and Public Health Officer to support planning and implementing project activities related to agriculture and occupational health safety of the farmers at the community level.
• Assist in market studies and value chain analysis for selected agro-based commodities/products, inputs and services.
• Promote sustainable food value chain and raise farmers’ awareness about mitigation of occupational and environmental risks.
• Assist in carrying out assessments on training, selection of beneficiaries for training, conducting training, input support and other activities.
• Maintain database and records on field-level project activities and accomplishments and report to Entrepreneurship development officer/Public Health Officer
• Assist for the timely preparation of monthly/quarterly/annual reports with targets, budget and timeframe of the field level activities.
• Coordinate with the agriculture cooperatives, local municipality/rural municipality and other community-level and related stakeholders.

These roles and responsibilities are not exhaustive and can be adjusted based on ongoing FRDEV needs.

Qualification and Experience Required

• Should have completed a Junior Technical Assistant course in agriculture from a recognized institution with a minimum of three years' work experience in development projects.
• Previous experience in agriculture, marketing, community & cooperative mobilization and integrated farming with organic farming practices will be a value addition.
• Experience working with local authorities and with an NGO.
• Strong facilitation and good communicator of the messages to be delivered.
• Skills in coordination with the community-level stakeholders.
• Open and believes in teamwork.
• The license holder of a two-wheeler (preferred motorbike).
• Good communication skills with fluency in Nepali and able to communicate in English.
• Basic computer knowledge (email, word, excel).

Commitment to FRDEV’s Child Protection Policy, Anti-fraud and Anti-Corruption Policy and Gender Policy is a formal requirement for employment. FRDEV strongly condemns all corporal punishment or physical violence, threats of physical violence, sexual abuse or exploitation, harassment and verbal abuse, as well as all other forms of intimidation. FRDEV applies a "zero tolerance" policy with regard to all misconduct affecting the professional credibility of its employees: FRDEV staff; partners (local or international) and service providers. This must be respected by the employee throughout the term of his contract, during and outside working hours. The application of those policies is imperative, and any breach will result in disciplinary measures.

If you are interested in working with rural communities, cooperatives and related stakeholders to empower rural communities in Nepal through an integrated approach to health and income growth project; send your application with your CV and cover letter to frdev.naccfl@gmail.com  mentioning the email subject line “Application for JTA” by June 9, 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The selection will be solely based on the individual's qualifications, professional experience and performance of the candidate. We do not entertain telephone enquiries.