Agriculture Officer /Forestry Officer
Job Description
Title: Agriculture Officer /Forestry Officer
Company Name: Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO)
Vacancy: 01
Job Location: Cox's Bazar (Ukhia)
Employment Status: Full-time
Educational Requirements:
∎ At least graduation Agriculture discipline
Experience Requirements:
∎ At least 1 year(s)
Job Context:
∎ Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO) started its journey in 1988 with a noble vision to stand in solidarity with the poor and marginalized. Being a peoples` centered organization, ESDO envisioned for a society which will be free from inequality and injustice, a society where no child will cry from hunger and no life will be ruined by poverty. Near about three decades of relentless efforts to make this happen, ESDO has embraced new grounds and opened up new horizons to help the disadvantaged and vulnerable people to bring meaningful and lasting changes in their lives. During this long span, ESDO has adapted with the changing situation and provided the most time-bound services especially for the poor and disadvantaged. A community focused and people centered approach has been adapted by ESDO while consideration was given to the national policy and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as its guiding principle. ESDO is one of the most dynamic organizations expanding its development interventions across 331 upazilas under 51 districts of Bangladesh covering over 10 million poor and vulnerable people.
∎ As partnership with DRC, ESDO will implement the Increase the capacity and awareness of the community on waste management and establish two villages as zero waste model, Coxsbazar. .This position posting place will be at Ukhia, Coxsbazar. ESDO is inviting applications from interested qualified candidates for the position.
∎ The position service duration for 12 month from the joining date
Job Responsibilities:
∎ Job Summary:
∎ An Agriculture or Forestry Officer is responsible for managing the agricultural activities of the project ensuring that they are carried out in compliance with relevant regulations and best practices. This includes conducting field-level innovative activities, developing IGA and providing technical assistance and support to beneficiaries.
∎ Key Responsibilities:
∎ Ensuring agricultural planning and execution of the project intervention.
∎ Design Livelihoods Input support to beneficiaries on Climate resilience programming
∎ Formed communities to manage CBOs for market collection point
∎ Community Mobilization and capacity development for stakeholders (host and camps)
∎ Provide Capacity development training for high value product/ high value vegetables production techniques, value chain dev for individuals
∎ Provide skill development training to the beneficiaries on IGA.
∎ Established Black Soilders Fly Production Unit for fertilizer production.
∎ Mobilized and managed CBOs/ Micro entrepreneur groups for business (consultation meetings/PRA, etc.)
∎ Provide technical assistance and support to beneficiaries, including advice on crop production, ,management, marketing, and financing.
∎ Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the projects and make recommendations for improvements.
∎ Promote best practices in agriculture, especially sustainable land use, integrated pest management, and conservation.
∎ Collaborate with other organizations and stakeholders, including government agencies, beneficiaries, and environmental groups, to promote sustainable agriculture practices.
∎ Prepare reports, presentations, and other materials to communicate project results and recommendations to stakeholders and the general public.
∎ Manage budgets and resources for agricultural intervention of the projects
∎ Working Conditions:
∎ Agriculture or Forestry Officers may work in a variety of settings, including offices, and field. They may need to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet project deadlines. They may also be required to travel to various locations, including remote areas.
∎ Any other tasks assigned by management.
Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at most 45 years
∎ Both males and females are allowed to apply
∎ In case of highly experience staff age limit is flexible.
∎ At least 01 years’ working experience in the similar position.
∎ Relevant work experience in agriculture or forestry, such as working on a farm or in a forestry company, or in a related government agency or NGO
∎ Strong knowledge of agriculture or forestry practices, including pest and disease management, soil and water conservation, and land use planning
∎ Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
∎ Ability to work independently and as part of a team
∎ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
∎ Proficiency in relevant software and technology, such as GIS and data analysis tools
Salary: Tk. 40000 (Monthly)
Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ As per project allocation
Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.
Application Deadline: 25 Mar 2023
Company Information:
∎ 19 Mar 2023
∎ Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO)
∎ Address : Collegepara (Gobindanagar), Thakurgaon-5100 Bangladesh
∎ Web : www.esdo.net.bd
Category: NGO/Development
: Interested candidates are requested to submit their resume with cover letter along with recent Passport size Photo, photocopy of all academic and experience certificates, NID card /Citizenship certificate including two references. Applications should reach within 25/03/2023 by post or Currier or hand to hand delivery to or Email [email protected] CC to [email protected]: Address to Senior APC (HR), ESDO, Collegepara (Gobindanagar), Thakurgaon-5100, Bangladesh.Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and called for an interview.Women are especially encouraged to apply.ESDO does not tolerate any safeguarding abuse. So, if you have any history of child abuse in organization or personal life, please refrain from applying here. After your selection or between the service periods, if we find any misinformation, we will take legal action as per organization rules and county law.ESDO does not tolerate any gender abuse. So if you have any history of gender abuse in organization or personal life please abstains from apply here. After your selection or between the service periods, if we find any misinformation, we will take legal action as per organization rules and county law.ESDO does not tolerate any kind of extremism/terrorism. So if you have any history of extremism/terrorism in organization or personal life please abstains from apply here. After your selection or between the service periods, if we find any misinformation, we will take legal action as per organization rules and county law.ESDO does not tolerate any corruption. So if you have any history of corruption in organization or personal life, please refrain from applying here. After your selection or between the service periods, if we find any misinformation, we will take legal action as per organization rules and county law.Equal opportunity, promoting women & children rights is mandate of ESDO.
