This role is perfect for someone looking to apply their experience and strong understanding within an organization that is focused on helping to deliver 8 of the Sustainable Development Goals: (1) No Poverty; (2) Zero Hunger; (3) Quality Education; (5) Gender Equality; (12) Responsible Consumption and Production; (13) Climate Action; (15) Life on Land; and (17) Partnerships for the Goals
ABOUT US
We are an international, inter-governmental organization that improves people’s lives worldwide by providing information and applying scientific expertise to solve problems in agriculture and the environment.
Our approach involves putting information, skills and tools into people’s hands. CABI’s 49 Member Countries guide and influence our work which is delivered by scientific staff based in our global network of centres.
CABI is the only organisation worldwide that incorporates a dedicated publishing arm and an independent science media organisation alongside conducting its own scientific research and applying practical expertise in digital and other approaches to reach farmers and other stakeholders. Our publications in applied life science – including world-leading databases, books, eBooks, compendia and internet resources – help scientists discover credible and authoritative outputs from around the globe. Our tools add insights to data and help people apply science to real- world problems.
We have over 500 staff based in 16 countries. We have offices in Brazil, China, Ghana, India, Kenya, Malaysia, Pakistan, Switzerland, Trinidad and Tobago, the UK, the USA and Zambia
You can learn more at:www.cabi.org
THE ROLE:
The selected candidates for Producer Unit (PU) Manger will be expected to implement the Better Cotton Standard System (BCSS) in Punjab.
Key accountabilities
The selected candidates for Producer Unit (PU) Manger will be expected to implement and ensure compliance to the Better Cotton Standard System (BCSS). He/She will also be responsible but not limited to;
- Prepare and implement the Continuous Improvement plan for implementing the Better Cotton Standard System (BCSS) as per the approved KPIs of the project.
- Field staff capacity building, including Field Facilitators and Women Trainers for implementing Better Cotton Standard System (BCSS) and Good Agricultural Practices.
- Ensure compliance with M&E system of producer units and projects.
- Ensure the on-time collection, credibility and quality of all types of data as with required parameters by organization/ donor, including lists of farmers, workers (male and female), Result Indicator data, utilization reports etc.
- Produce the success stories, blogs, research publications and activity details resulting from introduced interventions.
- Develop and implement a roadmap for the project's interventions/sustainability of Producer Units.
- Ensure the necessary documentation and training record maintenance at the project level.
- Develop training material for better Cotton farmers and field teams in the local language.
- Prepare and submit all types of reports, including activity, monthly highlight, and quarterly, mid-term and end-year reports as required by the organization/ donor within the given timelines.
- Facilitate donor and organization representatives to conduct credibility checks, monitoring activities and baselines.
- Organize and conduct meetings, workshops, seminars, visits, and briefings as and when required.
- Any other assignments required for satisfactory completion of the key role requirements.
ABOUT YOU
- Strong understanding of cotton production technology and its sustainability issues.
- Proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills
- Experience in Microsoft office MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
- Experience and ability to work under pressure and within limited timeframes.
- Willingness for field visits to interiors of lower Punjab for meetings with farmers.
- Strong report writing skills
- Fluency in English, with excellent written and oral communication skills.
Education & Experience
- Master’s degree in Agriculture, preferably in Entomology, Plant Protection, Agronomy or related to Crop Production
- Experience in coordinating/managing a large number of field teams.
- Knowledge of BCI Production principles and Criteria.
- Strong understanding of cotton production technology and its sustainability issues.
- Must have at least 2-3 years of experience in supervisory roles, preferably in the agriculture sector.
- Experience in TNA (training needs assessment) Training Design, Training Material development and Training Evaluations.
Personal Characteristics
- Strong organisational and learning skills;
- A team player with good interpersonal, communication and networking skills;
- Comfortable working on one’s own initiative as well as following advice;
- Flexible and creative in planning and problem solving;
- Willing to travel to remote and challenging locations in Pakistan.
- Applicant for this role needs to be honest, dedicated, social, motivated, disciplined, and self-organized to deliver quality work at prescribed deadlines.
- Ability to plan work schedules to meet agreed deadlines.
- Effective team player and conversant with a transdisciplinary approach.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, Self-motivated, an enthusiastic team player.
ROLE DETAILS
HAY BAND: 2
No.of Positions: 5
Reporting to: Project Manager, Project Coordinator
Contract Duration: 11 months including 3 months probation period
Key Peer group: Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Project Officer M&E
Direct reports: Field Facilitators
Salary Range: 50,000 PKR 60,000 PKR (Gross)
Other Benefits: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Pension allowance, EOBI, paid leaves.
Benefits cost will be deducted from gross salary
NOTE
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. It is expected that the post holder and CABI will adopt a flexible attitude and accept that the duties may have to be varied according to circumstances, in particular changing corporate requirements and individual development needs.
WHAT WE OFFER
We aim to recruit and retain passionate people who have the necessary skills, knowledge and commitment to help us achieve our mission. Our benefits are designed to make our lives easier, improve our work-life balance, save money and safeguard our well-being. They include:
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- Competitive salaries;
- 26 days of annual leave, plus public holidays;
- Defined contribution pension scheme with employee contribution;
- A culture committed to being a fully inclusive, enjoyable and fulfilling place to work;
- An Employee Assistance Programme, with a full calendar of health and well-being initiatives;
- Flexible working options;
- Career development opportunities including internal promotions, mentoring and Development Bursary to visit another CABI centre;
- Health/Life insurance and long service awards.
Other details:
- Due to urgent recruitment, CABI (Regional Bioscience Centre) can start the recruitment process (written test/interview) before the closing date of application.
- CABI (Regional Bioscience Centre) reserves the right to accept or reject application based on operational circumstances.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for test/interviews. Original documents to be presented at the time of interview.
- Candidate having the relevant experience will be given preference.
- Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND STATEMENT OF SAFEGUARDING:
We are a thriving international organisation attracting a diverse range of talented people from around the world. Our staff currently comprises over 30 nationalities and as an equal opportunity’s employer we welcome applications from candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation or marital status. No applicant will be disadvantaged by conditions which cannot be shown to be justified and selection will be based on merit. CABI believes that everyone we come into contact with, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or ethnic origin has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect and exploitation which includes child safeguarding, adult safeguarding, and protection from sexual exploitation and abuse. CABI has a zero-tolerance approach to any attitudes or behaviors that put children or adults at risk of harm. Safeguarding concerns are acts of gross misconduct and are grounds for disciplinary action up to and including, dismissal and referral to relevant authorities for criminal prosecution.