Agronomist / Capacity Building Manager – CABI Pakistan
Who This Job Is For
Applications are open for a Capacity Building Manager Better Cotton Pakistan position at CABI. The role involves developing training plans, conducting ToT workshops, and ensuring quality assurance of field staff and farmer training for Better Cotton production. This role is best suited for an M.Sc. (Hons) Agronomy graduate with 3-4 years of experience conducting agricultural trainings. If you have experience with Training of Trainers (TOT), Farmer Field School (FFS) approach, and Better Cotton Standard System (BCSS), this could be a great fit. The role involves training field staff and farmers on Better Cotton production, developing training materials, and ensuring quality assurance of field staff capacities.
💼 Key Details
Job Description
The selected candidate for this position would be responsible to look after the implementation of project plans at assigned sites under guidance of Project Manager and with the Project Region Coordinators. The capacity building manager will be expected to develop an effective training plan within CABI Pakistan for capacity building of Better Cotton farmers.
Key Responsibilities
- Seek opportunities of business for the organization, development of project proposals and coordination with the donor
- Conduct Training of Trainers (TOT) and Refresher workshops for field staff to build their capacities
- Develop an implementation plan and ensure successful implementation of project activities
- Support producer units to develop an effective training plan for capacity building of field staff, Better Cotton farmers and their workers
- Quality assurance of field staff capacities and farmers’ training
- Support implementation of Corrective Action Plan given by BCI through PU Managers
- Develop training and capacity building material for technical field staff and farmers
- Facilitate and train project staff and farming community regarding Better Cotton production
- Conduct meetings with farmers for monitoring, verification, capacity building and backstopping
- Ensure necessary documentation and training record maintenance at farm, Producer Unit and Project level
- Complete and timely submission of any sudden assignment given by management
- Facilitate development of monthly, quarterly, mid-term, and end year reports of the project
Eligibility Criteria
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | M.Sc. (Hons) degree in Agronomy or related field of Agriculture |
| Experience | 3-4 years of experience conducting agricultural trainings |
| Preferred Certifications | Training of Facilitators (ToF), Farmer Field School (FFS) approach, Better Cotton Standard System (BCSS) |
| Skills | Strong understanding of cotton production technology and its sustainability issues |
| Soft Skills | Good communication and interpersonal skills, self-motivated, enthusiastic team player, ability to manage conflicting priorities |
What They Offer
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Agronomist / Capacity Building Manager |
| Company | CABI Pakistan |
| Contract Duration | 9 months (including 3 months probation) |
| Reporting To | Project Manager |
| Hay Band | 4 |
My Application Tips
- Highlight your ToT and FFS experience – These are preferred qualifications
- Emphasise Better Cotton Standard System (BCSS) knowledge – This is a key preference
- Show cotton production expertise – Strong understanding of cotton technology and sustainability issues
- Demonstrate training material development skills – Creating effective training materials is key
- Mention experience with donor coordination and project proposal development – Business development is part of the role
Why This Job Matters (My Analysis)
CABI is an international organization that works on agricultural and environmental issues. This Agronomist/Capacity Building Manager role focuses on the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) – a global program to make cotton production more sustainable. Pakistan is a major cotton producer, and improving cotton farming practices has significant environmental and economic impacts. The role involves training field staff and farmers on Better Cotton production, which includes reducing pesticide use, improving water efficiency, and ensuring decent work conditions. The Training of Trainers (TOT) approach means you will train the trainers who then train farmers – multiplying your impact. For an agronomist with 3-4 years of training experience, this role offers the opportunity to work with an international organization and contribute to sustainable cotton production in Pakistan.
📝 How to Apply
Apply through CABI Pakistan’s career portal.
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