Agronomist/Extensionist Vacancies at ACDI/VOCA – 3 Posts

Agronomist/Extensionist Vacancies at ACDI/VOCA – 3 Posts

Agronomist/Extensionist 

Iringa

ACDI/VOCA

ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization

Agronomist/Extensionist Vacancies at ACDI/VOCA – 3 posts
Since 1963 and in 146 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C. ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development, and food security to promote broad-based economic growth and a vibrant civil society.

Overview:

The Feed the Future Tanzania Kilimo Tija Project is an integral component of the U.S. Government’s (USG) Global Food Security Strategy (GFSS), designed to advance global food security, resilience, and nutrition. The objective of this horticulture initiative is to systematically enhance economic prospects within horticulture market systems, with a particular focus on the youth demographic. This goal will be realized by: (a) fortifying horticulture market systems to amplify enterprise and employment opportunities; (b) broadening access to commercially provided climate-smart and productivity-enhancing agricultural technologies; and (c) enhancing the conducive environment for market systems. The Zone of Influence (ZOI) encompasses the regions of Morogoro, Iringa, Mbeya, Njombe, and Zanzibar. Additionally, key market sheds outside the ZOI, such as Dar es Salaam, Songwe, and Arusha, are included, given their significant transport and market facilities.

Target beneficiaries include direct recipients of USG assistance, indirect beneficiaries who emulate the directly assisted, and businesses leveraging opportunities fostered by USG investments. Interventions will emphasize inclusivity and expanded opportunities for youth involvement. Stakeholders may involve private sector entities (producers, input suppliers, service providers, processors, traders/resellers, buyers, and financial institutions), public sector actors (GOT national and local governments, including GOT extension workers), and civil society (including TAHA and other producer and buyer associations).

In pursuit of its mission, ACDI/VOCA is seeking interns for various positions to support its interventions, stationed in different regions of activity operations, namely Mbeya, Iringa, Njombe, Morogoro, and Zanzibar.

Agronomist/Extensionist (3 posts in Iringa, Mbeya, and Morogoro):

The Agronomist/Extensionist will report directly to the Senior Agronomist under the close supervision of IR 2 Lead, with the following roles:

• Provide regular technical field support to government extension officers, lead farmers, grantee staff, and non-grantee staff.
• Facilitate technical support from input companies to various groups in the implementation of project grants.
• Collaborate with specialists along the value chain to address constraints and ensure successful activities.
• Assist in ensuring the adoption of selected technologies by farmers and producers.
• Undertake other projects and duties as assigned.

How to Apply:

If interested, submit a resume to: avtanzania@joinav.org by January 5, 2024. Please include the position title and location in the subject line. Attach the resume and related application documents as a single attachment, listing long-term employment history and any relevant short-term assignments.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to inquiries via phone. Only applicants considered for an interview will be contacted. ACDI/VOCA is an equal opportunity employer, and women, minorities, and people from diverse groups are encouraged to apply.