Job Title: Program Manager (Agriculture)

Location: Hyderabad, India

Salary: 45-50k per month (based on experience)

Travel: Minimum 10 days per month

Job Summary:

CSA is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Agri-Expert to support Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) in Telangana on their transition to organic farming practices. This role-plays a vital role in promoting sustainable agriculture, improving farm productivity, and ensuring long-term sustainability for FPOs and farmers.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to Agri-experts working with FPOs on promoting sustainable practices, improving productivity, and ensuring long-term viability.
• Advise farmers on various aspects of organic farming, including:
  • Sourcing quality seeds
  • Soil fertility management
  • Efficient irrigation techniques
  • Non-pesicidal management (pest and disease control)
• Conduct capacity building training sessions for FPOs and farmers to share knowledge and best practices in organic farming.
• Develop a cadre of master farmers and community resource persons who can champion sustainable agriculture practices in Telangana.
• Introduce and integrate modern agricultural technologies, such as precision farming, drones, and sensor-based systems, to enhance farm efficiency and productivity.
• Conduct action research to validate sustainable agricultural practices and develop educational content for farmers.
• Assist farmers in assessing and managing agricultural risks such as crop failures, natural disasters, and market fluctuations. Help implement risk mitigation strategies like crop insurance, crop diversification, and financial planning.
• Collaborate with other thematic experts within CSA, such as institutional building experts, marketing experts, and quality control experts.

Qualifications:

• M.Sc. in Agriculture (or related field)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in organic farming or related field
• Proven experience in providing technical guidance and training to farmers and agricultural professionals
• Strong understanding of sustainable agricultural practices and principles
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Ability to travel extensively within Telangana
• Proficiency in English and Hindi  and Telugu language .

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@csa-india.org