Technical Agriculture Engineer

Objectives of the Role of Technical Agriculture Engineer

To ensure the engagement of eligible farmers from youth and women to focus on agribusiness in Muthana Governorate shifting area from deserting into greenery zone, developing agricultural sectors, and using modern methods of irrigation systems and greenhouses, using modern technologies in agriculture.

This position reports to: Project Officer

Main Responsibilities Technical Agriculture Engineer

–  Train farmers to produce compost from plant and animal waste and re-using of compost for agricultural purposes.

–  Installing smart Irrigation techniques and Responsive Drip Irrigation (RDI) to promote the farmer association toward climate adaptation

–  Support installation, and construction of agriculture assets such as irrigation systems, water harvesting, and installation of Standard Drip Irrigation System (SDI).

-installation of Solar-based water pumps and modern irrigation systems as per Farmer needs.

– Capacity Building for the farmers on the adaptation and best practices in climate-impacted communities.

– Support the program team in the selection phase of the beneficiaries based on the arranged criteria.

–  Coordination with governmental agricultural departments on supporting farmers in the Muthanna governorate by giving farmers the support they need from agricultural experts.

– Daily field visits to supervise farmer crops and horticulture after getting financial support.

– Training Farmers on salvaging water for a period to use for their crops.

– Training Farmers on using organic fertilizers and modern fertilizers for crops.

– Support the implementation of technical training to improve farmers and the association of farmers’ management skills.

– Provide continuous technical assistance to farmers/producers to improve production (both, qualitative and quantitative), post-harvesting, and handling of fruits, crops, and vegetables. 

– Ensure the elaboration of the TORs necessary for tenders to support farmers in materials and equipment for the installation of efficient irrigation systems and/or the initiation of climate-smart horticultural techniques.

– Ensure the introduction of new techniques to ensure the augmentation of the production.

– Arranging campaigns to combat climate change and desertification in the area.

– Perform any other relevant duties as required.

Please send your Cover Letter along with updated CV to [email protected] with the email subject line “Technical Agriculture Engineer” by no later than October 7^th 2024 16:30 PM. Any CVs received after deadline will be disregarded automatically. Emails without correct subject line will not be accepted.