Research Assistant
Job Description
Title: Research Assistant
Company Name: WorldFish
Vacancy: 1
Job Location: Rangpur
Employment Status: Contractual
Educational Requirements:
∎ Master's or Bachelor Degree in Fisheries or Biological Sciences
Experience Requirements:
∎ At least 2 year(s)
Job Context:
∎ ABOUT THE POSITION: The field-based Research Assistants provides technical assistance to support the activities of project fields offices that include: conduct the various gender and other studies in the field, Training of Trainers (TOT) and other training for partners and farmers, links with Feed Dealers, Nursery Operators and other private sector actors to support business development and entrepreneurship within Rangpur Division. This will be focused on increasing smallholder income, diversifying diets, and empowering women. This position will under the guidance of the Aquaculture Specialist cum Divisional Coordinator and with close association and discussion with the other Team members e.g., Market System Specialist, Gender Specialist, Nutrition Specialist, Aquaculture Specialist, Feed & value chain specialist, MEL, Training Specialist, and the overall guidance of Deputy and Project Leader. S/he is responsible to work towards achieving the following results:
∎ Result #1: Increased productivity and diversity of fish production systems of the project and to engage with team members and partners to support
∎ Result #2: Increase stakeholder access to quality input and services
∎ Result #3: Improved market linkages
∎ Result #4: improved dietary diversity and consumption
∎ Result #5: Women`s empowerment
∎ Eligibility, Location and Duration: There are 1 opening that will be based Rangpur division. Interviews are expected to be held in August 2021 and only shortlisted candidates will be notified and expected to attend the interview. The successful candidate should be available to commence in August 2021 for an initial sixteen (16) months fixed term contract, with the possibility of contract renewal depending on performance and funding availability.
Job Responsibilities:
∎ Assist to assess the productivity, social and economic performance of existing aquaculture systems across the agro-ecologies of Rangpur Division.
∎ Strong linkage with Local Service Providers (LSPs) to support the private sector particularly feed dealers, hatcheries and nurseries.
∎ Assistance to implement the interventions for improvements in aquaculture through practicing the SOPs/BMPs.
∎ Conduct and /or assist the training of project partners and other participants at the field level and stakeholders.
∎ Support to the market assessment team to develop business plans and strategies for scaling of aquaculture improvements via private sector businesses and networks.
∎ Developed and good relationship and proper liaison with DoF, the private sector and other partners at local level.
∎ Collaboration with other Team members (Aquaculture, market, nutrition, gender, and MEL) on implementation of activities to achieve impacts on smallholder income, gender and diets at scale
Additional Requirements:
∎ This job is open to Bangladesh Nationals with the following skills and qualifications:
∎ Minimum 2 years' experience in research and extension in the fisheries field, preferably in the aquaculture, private and business sector or related discipline.
∎ Field based experience in conducting demonstrations, training and other field extension activities.
∎ Experience in conducting field-based assessments.
∎ Knowledge in application of gender-sensitive value chain approaches, M4P or similar programs and 4 or more years of experience in market-based programs.
∎ Knowledge of the various smallholder and commercial aquaculture systems in use in Bangladesh- particularly those of importance to the NW of Bangladesh.
∎ Proven English report and scientific writing skills as well as ability to use computer fluently.
∎ Excellent analytical and technical skills and expertise with the ability to work independently.
∎ Strong interpersonal and team skills, with the ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
∎ Nice to have experience with quantitative or qualitative research methods.
∎ Entrepreneurship, business management and private sector investment networks and experience is desired.
∎ Experience in working with digital tools for e-learning and/or business development is desired.
∎ Nice to have valid motorcycle licenses.
∎ Nice to have experience in working with women's empowerment and nutrition in small-scale aquaculture.
Salary:
∎ Salary and Benefits: This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position with approximate annual salary ranging between BDT 720,467 - BDT 855,555 per annum. WorldFish NRS shall receive comprehensive benefits including (but not limited to) insurance coverage for staff and eligible dependents, and pension / provident fund contribution.
Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.
Application Deadline: 16 Aug 2021
Company Information:
∎ 10 Aug 2021
∎ WorldFish
Category: Research/Consultancy
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Source: bdjobs.com
Deadline Expired on 16th Aug 2021
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