Position Title: Regional Soil and Water Management Officer


Activation Date: 05 Feb, 2019   Announced Date: 05 Feb, 2019   Expire Date: 17 Feb, 2019
Job Location:      Balkh, Paktia
Nationality:         National
Category:            Agriculture
Employment Type:          Full Time
Salary:   NTA Salary Scale
Vacancy Number:            NHLP/MAIL-483
NHLP

No. Of Jobs:       2
City:       Balkh & Paktia
Organization:        National Horticulture and Livestock Project (NHLP), Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestoc
Years of Experience:       4 years
Contract Duration:           Fixed term
Gender:               Male/Female
Education:           Bachelor
Close date:         17 Feb, 2019

About National Horticulture and Livestock Project (NHLP), Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestoc:

NHLP is to promote adoption of improved production practices by target farmers, with gradual rollout of farmer-centric agricultural services mechanisms and investment support. Service delivery centered on farmers would lead in practice to increased participation of beneficiaries both in the definition of services required and in the delivery itself, as well as improved ratio of overall costs reaching beneficiaries as direct investments, in order to promote sustainability and efficiency.
The project would contribute to the overarching goal of increased productivity and overall production of horticultural products and improved animal production and health. The technical strategy for achieving this objective is based on the delivery of extension and investment support through strengthened mechanisms. The National Horticulture and Livestock Project (NHLP) would have three components: (1) Horticultural Production, (2) Animal Production and Health, and (3) Implementation Management and Technical Assistance Support. These activities would be implemented in 100 focus districts spread over time as conditions warrant in up to 22 target provinces.
Note: NHLP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement for the same region. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with NHLP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and education requirements.

Job Description:

Under the direct supervision of the National Horticulture Coordinator and overall supervision of the Project Director and close collaboration of the International Water Specialist The On Farm Water Use Officer will be responsible for:
Provide training and field support to NHLP’s Extension Team regarding irrigation lay-outs, sustainable water management / conservational practices and optimum water use for horticulture crops / irrigation programs according to agreed plans and timelines for increased production
In coordination with the On-farm Water-Use Specialist, provide technical advice to Extension Staff in workshops and in the field on crop water requirement, irrigation scheduling, soil moisture conservation, irrigation methods and plant water needs in relation to agro-climatic conditions
In collaboration with other technical components, ensure the integration of various water use programs into an overall “Orchard Management Systems” best suited to existing crops
Coordinate with other relevant MAIL projects such as OFWMP and other NGOs, Projects active in the project area.
Coordination and work closely with OFWM units of DAIL Offices for the purpose of sharing information and capacity building.
Strong emphasis will be put on practical field-work (approx. 2 weeks / month).

Job Requirements:

A Bachelor degree in Horticulture / Agriculture or related discipline from recognized university with 4 years of relevant experience.

Skills:

Proven recent experience in On-Farm Water-Use management / irrigation lay-outs, designs of irrigation methods in Afghanistan
Experience in sustainable water management of orchards and vineyards planted with temperate / sub-tropical crops like Almonds Apricots, Apples, Pomegranate, Grapes, etc
Familiar with water flow computing techniques, field water measurement and soil moisture characteristics
Fluency in local languages,
Proven communication, translation and reporting skills in English language – well familiar with Microsoft programs and internet
Capacity enhancement skills – teaching experience using the Farmer Field School methodology will be an asset.
Note: Please clearly do mention the position title, vacancy number and your preferred province in the subject line of your email; otherwise your CV would not be considered.

Submission Guideline:

Please submit your updated resumes along with a cover letter quoting the Job Title to the attention of NHLP Operations Manager, or email it to
nhlp.vacancies@gmail.com
No later than February/17/2019, CVs will be accepted. The interview date/s and venue will be determined soon after the expiry of the deadline for applications.

Submission Email:

nhlp.vacancies@gmail.com