NGO

Job Description: Agronomist

Organisation Type: NGO (Farmer Development Initiative)
Location: Bidar District, Karnataka
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified Agronomist who can advise on setting up and running a Farmer Development Organisation (FDO) in Bidar. The role will also involve guiding farmers on modern agronomic practices and ensuring the effective implementation of agriculture schemes and development programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on establishing, structuring, and managing the Farmer Development Organisation (FDO).
• Provide expertise on crop planning, soil health, water management, and sustainable farming methods.
• Support farmers in adopting best practices to enhance productivity and income.
• Facilitate awareness, enrolment, and implementation of relevant state and central government agriculture schemes.
• Conduct farmer trainings, workshops, and field demonstrations.
• Build partnerships with government departments, NGOs, and stakeholders to strengthen farmer support systems.
• Monitor program outcomes, maintain documentation, and prepare reports for donors and government bodies.
• Travel extensively across Bidar district to engage with farmer groups.

Qualifications & Skills

• Master’s degree in Agronomy / Agricultural Science (Bachelor’s with relevant experience may be considered).
• 3–5 years of experience in agricultural extension, NGO work, or farmer development programs.
• Strong knowledge of cropping patterns, soil conditions, and farming systems in Karnataka, especially Bidar region.
• Familiarity with government agriculture schemes and their implementation.
• Proficiency in Kannada and English (local dialect preferred).
• Strong communication, facilitation, and community engagement skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in setting up or managing Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) or similar farmer collectives.
• NGO/development sector background with experience in donor reporting and program management.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in FPO ?
• Do you have experience in NGO ?

Work Location: In person