27 November 2011
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I am seeking two Volunteer Short Term Technical Assignments in Guyana. The two volunteer assignments (Disaster Risk Management Specialist and Project Development Specialist) are needed by Partners of the Americas and is part of Partners’ USAID-funded Farmer to Farmer Program (FtF).
Position Title #2: The Project Development Specialist
Location: Guyana
Potential Dates of Assignment: 2-3 weeks during December 2011 or Winter 2012
Assignment Summary for Project Development Specialist:
The FtF program provides technical assistance to agricultural producers, organizations, agribusinesses and universities in Latin America and the Caribbean. Through the program, U.S. specialists donate their time and expertise and spend two
to three weeks on specific technical assignments, working directly with counterparts in the region to address local needs. Volunteers may travel individually or in teams. The Program covers all costs of airfare, lodging, meals, insurance, and any work related expenses.
The Project Development Specialist will be going to Guyana to help prepare two projects. One will be a second phase Hydroponic Shadehouse Vegetable Production Project. The second one will be a Disaster Risk Management Project where the risks of flooding and droughts will be mitigated through Hydroponic Shadehouse Vegetable Production. These proposals will be prepared according to guidelines provided by the respective donors and the base information and data will be provided by FTF Field Staff. A Disaster Risk Management Specialist will provide support to the Project Development Specialist.
- 1)Volunteer Qualifications Requirements:
- Experience with small project preparation, knowledge of vegetable production and marketing
- Experience in third world countries working with small operators
- Must be a US Citizen
- 2)Expected Results:
- The Project Development Specialist is required to help develop a second-phase hydroponic shadehouse vegetable production project focused at increased production in new areas, expanded marketing support and expanded networking support. This proposal will be submitted to the IDB the current donor agency.
- The Project Development Specialist will team up with a Disaster Risk Management Expert to write a Disaster Risk Management Project where the focus will to reduce the risks of flooding and droughts through Hydroponic Shadehouse Vegetable Production. This proposal will be submitted to the Canada Caribbean Disaster Risk Management (CCDRM) Fund.
- 3)Expected Deliverables:
- Trip report
- One new expanded Shadehouse Hydroponic Vegetable Production Project focused on increasing production in new areas, expanded marketing support and expanded networking support.
- One Disaster Risk Management Project focused at the reduced risks of flooding and droughts through Hydroponic Shadehouse Vegetable Production.
How to Apply: Please send resume/CV that clearly shows you meet the required qualifications of the position by email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Please include (name of the position you wish to apply for) in the subject line of your email.
Deadline for Application: December 5, 2011
Thank you for reviewing this position and hope that if this does not match your area of expertise, you will forward to others who may be a good match.