Location: Varahi - Santalpur (Gujarat State)

Education: Masters in agriculture / Agricultural Engineering / Rural Development / NRM

Experience: 5-6 years of experience in agriculture/livelihood projects in rural areas

Skills & Competencies required :

- Skills :

- Knowledge of crop management, irrigation technologies, soil & water conservation, and FPO strengthening.

- Experience in working with SHGs, FPOs, and women federation farming systems.

- Proficiency in local language and MS Office/Excel.

- Preferred Attributes :

- Strong facilitation and community mobilization skills.

- Technical expertise in sustainable agriculture and irrigation systems.

- Value chain development and market linkage understanding.

- Good planning, monitoring, and reporting skills.

Job Profile :

- 1. Programme Planning & Implementation

- Develop long-term, block

- and season-specific agricultural and horticultural development plans (Kharif, Rabi, Summer) and ensure effective on-ground implementation.

- Coordinate with internal project teams for integrated and collaborative programme delivery.

- Ensure timely availability and quality of agricultural inputs (seeds, fertilizers, bio-inputs) through SHGs/FPOs.

- Promote improved agronomic practices, soil fertility, and productive irrigation methods such as solar, drip, and sprinkler systems.

- Lead, supervise, and monitor field teams to ensure achievement of project targets and outputs.

- Plan, monitor, and manage project budgets in line with organizational and donor guidelines.

- Prepare and share timely progress reports, documentation, and field evidence as per AKRSP(I) and donor requirements.

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1. Sustainable Agriculture & Climate Resilience**

- Promote sustainable and climate-resilient practices including agroforestry, intercropping, crop rotation,



and integrated farming systems.

- Facilitate adoption of organic/natural farming, IPM, INM, System of Crop Intensification, and conservation agriculture.

- Build awareness and capacity on climate-smart agriculture, soil health, and water-use efficiency.

- Document farmer adoption and impact on productivity, income, and resource sustainability.

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1. Community Mobilization & Institution Building**

- Mobilize and strengthen farmer collectives such as Producer Groups, SHGs, and FPOs for crop planning, procurement, and collective marketing.

- Facilitate participatory planning using PRA tools, crop calendars, and Farmer Field Schools (FFS).

- Support the development of governance, business planning, and leadership capacities within farmer institutions.

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1. Training & Capacity Building**

- Design and deliver training modules on improved crop practices, pest/disease management, and soil & water conservation.

- Conduct demonstrations, Farmer Field Schools, and exposure visits to promote learning-by-doing.

- Build capacity of para-extension workers, field facilitators, and community resource persons.

- Develop programme manuals, SoPs, unit cost norms, and training strategies for staff and communities.

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1. Value Chain Development & Market Linkages**

- Facilitate value chain development for key crops (pulses, millets, vegetables, etc.) through aggregation, processing, and collective marketing.





- Strengthen FPOs and federations to enhance market access and price realization for farmers.

- Build partnerships with Agri-tech firms, input suppliers, and market actors to ensure sustainable market linkages.

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1. Monitoring, Documentation & Reporting**

- Maintain updated village-level data on crop coverage, irrigation, inputs, yields, and adoption rates.

- Track and analyze programme outcomes related to productivity, income enhancement, and sustainability.

- Prepare reports, case studies, and success stories for donors, internal learning, and external communication.

- Support proposal development and documentation of best practices for knowledge sharing.

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1. Coordination, Administration & Financial Management**

- Liaise with government departments (Agriculture, KVKs, ATMA, Universities) and ensure convergence with relevant schemes and policies.

- Represent AKRSP(I) in agriculture and livelihood forums at block and district levels.

- Coordinate and manage field implementation teams and administrative functions at the cluster level.

- Ensure compliance with organizational norms, discipline, and reporting procedures.

- Handle finance-related tasks, including fund utilization, budget analysis, and coordination with donors for fund disbursement.

- Conduct regular budget and programme reviews and share updates with the Area Office.

- Undertake any additional responsibilities assigned by AKRSP(I) management.

- Key Benefits :

- Opportunity to work with a renowned NGO.

- On-site and off-site training opportunities.

- 5-day work week.

- Comprehensive medical insurance for employee, spouse, and children.

- Maternity and paternity leave as per organizational policy.

- 15 General Leaves and 16.5 earned leaves annually (e

📌 Programme Integrator - Agriculture (Varahi)
🏢 Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (India)
📍 Varahi