Project Officer
About this position
Responsibilities
Field Support & Program Implementation
• Assist in the day-to-day execution of TEBAR activities, working closely with shrimp farmers to implement better farming practices.
• Provide support for GALS activities, promoting gender-inclusive opportunities and livelihoods for women in the community.
• Facilitate the adoption of JALA’s technology solutions for farm monitoring and management.
Data Collection & Monitoring
• Collect data from shrimp farmers on farming practices, feed conversion ratios (FCR), survival rates (SR), and average body weight (ABW).
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to farmers on their performance in relation to program goals.
• Ensure accurate and timely data reporting to the Community Development Manager for analysis.
Community Engagement & Training
• Organize and facilitate training sessions for farmers on best practices for shrimp farming, data management, and technology usage.
• Assist in delivering financial literacy and entrepreneurship training for women involved in the GALS initiative.
• Act as the first point of contact for farmers needing support, guidance, or troubleshooting in farming practices or technology usage.
Stakeholder Engagement
• Build and maintain relationships with farmers, local community leaders, and women participating in the GALS initiative.
• Collaborate with local field assistants (FA) and other team members to ensure successful implementation of project activities.
Reporting & Feedback
• Provide regular reports on the status of the project to the Program Manager, highlighting achievements, challenges, and potential improvements.
• Gather feedback from farmers and participants on the training, technology adoption, and other program aspects to continuously improve delivery.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Fisheries or Aquaculture.
• Previous experience as a Field Assistant or Shrimp Pond Technician Assistant is required.
• Familiarity with shrimp farming techniques and aquaculture best practices.
• Experience in working directly with farmers, providing technical support, and managing fieldwork is a plus.
• Strong understanding of shrimp farming processes and the challenges faced by smallholder farmers.
• Ability to use technology solutions for farm monitoring and data management.
• Strong communication and organizational skills to engage with farmers and community members.
• Ability to work independently in rural areas and travel frequently to field locations.