Description

BACKGROUND:Passing Gifts Private Limited (PGPL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Heifer International USA and it provides services in educating, consulting, training, advising, and providing professional and technical services to individuals, associations, and entities in India and abroad, particularly those who support or are working in the areas of social advancement and sustainable development. This position may also require service agreements, secondment agreements, between entities, etc.PGPL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identify, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

FUNCTION:The Senior Project Officer will report to the Project Director and play a key role in promoting the well-being of animals through the adoption of improved livestock management practices. This position will focus on ensuring animal health, husbandry, and product quality assurance in the designated State and program area. The Senior Project Officer will collaborate closely with Program/Project Managers, project partners, and the local SERP staff for the successful and efficient functioning of enterprise hubs.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DELIVERABLES: (including approximate percentage effort)

Support Project Partners in Effective Implementation (25%)

• Assist in building social capital among project partners;
• Participate in staff selection, capacity building, and orientation;
• Contribute to various training, field trips, exchange visits, and study reports;
• Support the implementation of project activities and ensure quality passing on of gifts and resources;
• Assist in the exponential POG and PSRP processes with a focus on quality;
• Contribute to the development and production of market-oriented quality products;
• Follow PMD-pro tools and framework for effective project management;
• Support partners in implementing feedback/changes suggested by the Passing Gifts team.

  Monitor, Review, and Report the Program (25%)

  • Ensure project partners meet monitoring and evaluation requirements and deadlines;
  • Review project progress with partner staff monthly basis;
  • Participate in ongoing partner activities for quality control and improvement;
  • Prepare and review activity-based re-forecasting in collaboration with stakeholders;.
  • Document and share best practices within the organization;
  • Promote and ensure the PSRP process at each level in the project;
  • Collaborate with the Regional Program Office (RPO) and Country Program Office (CPO) team;
  • Assist in organizing field visits for the Passing Gifts team and other stakeholders.

    Promote Scientific Practices for Rural Farmers (35%)

    • Ensure quality and timely animal healthcare delivery;
    • Promote good husbandry practices, including breeding, nutrition, housing, feeding, and