Organic Agriculture Officer

Job posted on 12 Mar, 2023 Apply before 27 Mar, 2023
The Organic Valley Pvt Ltd

The Organic Valley Private Limited (TOV) was established in 2011 to make a significant difference in the field of organic agro-production and trading. Its corporate office lies in Bakhundole, Lalitpur. TOV is one of the pioneers in promoting Organic Agriculture and food practices in Nepal. It has been the first of its kind to Trade Organic Products from Nepal to various countries in the World. TOV has been involved in various projects as well as product research and diversification since its inception.

Details / requirements:

Job Station: Kathmandu with 60% Field Visit

Salary Per Month : 40,000 - 50,000/- (Total cost to the Company)


Job Responsibilities:

  • Organize and provide direct support to Program Department and Organic Certification Department for the execution of planned activities
  • Provide technical guidance (written and verbal) to Program Department and Organic Certification Department for achieving the target.
  • Support Department heads for agribusinesses to meet program and certification/standards requirements to enhance business service among agriculture supply chain actors
  • Provide technical guidance/support to farmers in fields for organic farming and related activities.
  • Deliver Training to farmers and in-house field staff as per the requirement.
  • Shall be responsible for monitoring the farm activities of farmers
  • Provide support and guidance for the gathering of data and information needed to undertake effective monitoring and evaluation of all the production and postharvest support activities
  • Research on ongoing and new Farming Practices, Processing and agri-technical aspects and suggest the team.
  • Reporting and Data Collection as per the requirement.


Job Requirements:


  • Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture/Botany (Master’s Degree preferred).                                                                                                              
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in agriculture-based programs and activities

  • Knowledge and Experience on Organic Certification will be an asset.

  • Strong organization, communication, coordination and Reporting skills.

  • Willingness to work with Farmers in Field

  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Package.


Apply Instruction:

Interested candidates meeting the above requirements are requested to send their updated CV with cover letter (at least two references with expected salary) and mentioning the applied position in the Subject and Email to: vacancy@theorganicvalley.com not later than 27th March, 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the further selection process.

Overview

Category Agriculture / Horticulture
Openings 1
Position Type Full Time
Position Level Mid Level
Experience 2+ years
Education B. Sc. in Agriculture
Posted Date 12 Mar, 2023
Apply Before 27 Mar, 2023
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