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Consultancy - EconomistEmployer ICARDA |
| Information on vacancy | |
| Period of publication | 28.01.2025 - 16.02.2025 |
| Field of activity / position: |
Agriculture, irrigation / Division manager |
| Duties | Activities to be performed under the ToR 1. Enlist different crop rotations being used by the farmers at present and estimated area under each rotation in the Aral Sea Region. 2. For the rotations identified above, prepare crop cycles for different crop rotations (annual and perennial rotations). By crop cycle we mean when different crops in the rotations are planted and harvested. 3. List the potential leguminous crops which can be included in the current rotations without changing the rotations. Estimate cost and benefits (economic, social, environmental) from including different leguminous crops in the rotations. Also consider environmental suitability for cultivation, seed production, local usage, local market availability and export potential of different legumes that might fit into the prevalent rotation. 4. List potential green manuring crops that can be included in the rotation without disturbing the rotation. Green manuring crops are grown only for vegetative biomass and plowed into the soil in succulent stage. Estimate economic cost and benefits (economic, social, environmental) from including different green manuring crops in the rotations. 5. Establish value chain with special emphasis on seed availability and production, and market outlets (local and export) for different leguminous crops. 6. Prepare a report and a report-derived journal article for publication. |
| Requirements to the candidate | |
| Age: | n/a |
| Gender: | Irrelevant |
| Residence: | n/a |
| Education: | Irrelevant |
| Professional requirements | Scope of Work The Consultant will be responsible for the following tasks: 1. Assessment of Current Crop Rotations: o Identify various crop rotations currently practiced by farmers in the target region. o Evaluate the area of land occupied under each crop rotation system. 2. Development of Crop Cycles: o Prepare detailed crop cycles for identified rotations, including sowing and harvesting schedules for both annual and perennial crops. 3. Identification of Potential Legume Crops: o List legumes that can be integrated into current crop rotations without altering existing practices. o Assess the costs and benefits (economic, social, and environmental) of including legumes. o Evaluate ecological suitability, seed production feasibility, local market availability, and export potential for legumes. 4. Green Manure Crops Analysis: o Identify crops suitable for green manure integration into current crop rotations. o Evaluate economic costs and benefits, including environmental improvements, of integrating green manure crops. 5. Value Chain Development: o Develop a value chain for legumes, focusing on seed availability, production, and market access (local and export). 6. Reporting and Publication: o Prepare a comprehensive report summarizing findings and recommendations. o Draft a research article suitable for publication in a peer-reviewed international journal. ________________________________________ Deliverables 1. Prepare proposal that highlights above points 2. Collect required data (primary and secondary sources) outlined in the proposal 3. Prepare an acceptable report 4. Prepared at least the 2nd draft of an article for publication in an international refereed journal ________________________________________ |
| Working conditions | |
| Region | Tashkent |
| Employment | Home-based |
| Salary offered | 3100 USD |
| Extra motivation | • Remuneration: The Consultant will receive a lump sum of 3,100 USD upon successful completion of all deliverables. • Deadline: All deliverables must be submitted by 15 May 2025. • Additional Provisions: No insurance or travel costs will be covered. |
| Additional information | |
| Additional information: | • Advanced degree in agriculture, agronomy, or related fields. • Proven experience in crop rotation systems, sustainable agriculture, or legumes research. • Strong analytical and report-writing skills. • Previous publications in peer-reviewed journals will be considered an advantage. • References required. Application Requirements Interested applicants must submit the following: • A detailed CV. • A brief proposal (maximum two pages) outlining the approach to achieving the tasks. • At least two references related to similar assignments. |
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