Feed and Fodder Specialist (STTA), Regional Agricultural Development Project

Background
	Creative Associates International (Creative) is a dynamic and fast-growing professional services firm that specializes in international development in the areas of education, democratic transitions and stabilization in post-conflict environments. Based in Washington, D.C., the firm has field presence in 20 countries worldwide with a strong and diverse portfolio that includes global contracts with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and other clients including the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Defense. The firm has earned a solid reputation among its clients and missions worldwide and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike. Creative’s Communities in Transition (CIT) Division works with nations and local communities worldwide to promote participatory, peaceful, and democratic approaches to change. CIT operates in areas of political transitions, livelihoods, governance and elections.
	Project Description
	The primary objective of the Regional Agricultural Development Program (RADP) is to foster economic growth for farmers and agribusiness, strengthen market access, build food security, and enhance high agricultural value chains.
	Assignment Duration
	Short-Term Technical Assistance
	Position Summary
	Based in Kandahar, the Feed and Fodder Specialist - STTA will work under the direction of the Deputy Chief of Party and will be responsible for the following tasks: Assist in the identification, review and development of program interventions for the establishment of commercial feedlots that produce finished cattle, sheep and goats; Assist and/or assist in the establishment of feed mills that supply a wide range of feed products for feedlots, fish and poultry farms, and other sub-sectors of the national livestock industry; Identify and assist in the development of markets utilizing improved technical systems and equipment for feed producers and processors; Identify farmers and develop program interventions to develop and/or expand upon contract farming of fodder and feed grain production; Identify constraints to crop husbandry in terms of knowledge & technology, logistic of seed, fertilizer and crop protection chemicals, and operational in terms of labor and mechanization; Establishment of out-grower production schemes, and the most effective means of organizing them; Farmer training on modern technical practices to achieve better yields for their crops; Farmer training on production technologies and environmental resource management practices; Farmer training on use of modern farm inputs and methodologies, such as improved seed and planting materials, vaccines and agro-chemicals; Farmer and community training for on-farm or within community post-harvest programs to preserve produce quality and enhance value; Working directly with the agricultural colleges, provincial vocational/technical centers, government laboratories, and the Extension services run by the ministries of agriculture to incorporate them into training, training of trainers, and agricultural extension programs; Assist in the monitoring and evaluation of the food production sub-sector and the collection of data that mark their progress against established project and USAID indicators; Assist in the identification and pre-screening of grantees and monitoring their progress in the implementation of grant programs;
	Deliverables
	Regular weekly/bi-weekly or other reports as required by the project’s contractual and other obligations Written notes of field visits and meetings with RADP’s cooperating partners and clients. Other reports as requested by the Chief of Party
	Reporting and Supervision
	The Agriculture Economist will report to the Deputy Chief of Party
	Skills and Qualifications
	Minimum 7-10 years of expertise Master’s degree or higher Experience designing and implementing programs in Afghanistan, Central Asia or post-conflict countries Experience working in the private sector Fluency in English Strong oral presentation and writing skills Interact with senior host-government counterparts (as needed) Demonstrated organizational skills Collaborate with contractors, local implementing partners and teams implementing USG- and other donor-funded programs Minimum 10 years of supervisory experience, including: direct supervision of staff, contract management, building and supervising a diverse team of employees, and quality evaluation of performance and deliverables.
	Type of Post
	Unaccompanied
	Application Instructions
	To apply for this position, please complete and submit our simple on-line form, where you can upload your résumé and other documents.
	Only if you are unable to submit online, may you send your résumé and cover letter by e-mail to RMS@CreativeDC.com with "Afghanistan - Feed and Fodder Specialist (STTA), Regional Agricultural Development Project CODE:PRP49323" on the subject line. Please note only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls please. Creative is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA).