Contract Duration: 12 months (Renewable)

Duty Station: Kathmandu, National Center for Fruit Development (NCFD), Nepal

Education: Masters/Advanced university degree in Agriculture, Agriculture economics, Nutrition, or other relevant field or First University Degree with additional years of related work experience and/or trainings/courses.

Language: Excellent proficiency in both oral and written English and Nepali languages.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least three years of relevant post graduate professional experience (after an advanced university degree) in coordinating and managing agriculture, nutrition, or related projects is required. More years of experience in the relevant field is desirable.
• Strong experience in liaising with government partners, has good negotiation skills and ability to communicate effectively, has provided input into policy discussions and decisions.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects and coordinating a team of professionals.

Desired Knowledge and Skills:

• Sound understanding of agriculture especially the vegetable sector, agribusiness, climate-smart village development, nutritious food system (home garden and small livestock), agriculture and nutrition policies, programmes, and approaches in Nepal, understanding of approaches of climate change adaptation will be an added advantage.
• Sound knowledge, skills and experience in business development/project/programme design and management.
• Ability to write clear and concise technical documents in short deadlines, with multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to perform well in cross-disciplinary teams.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations, and procedures in the area of work is an advantage.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

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