Monday, June 11, 2012

Livestock & Dairy Specialist

Job Summary & Specific Responsibilities:

Job Summary:

The Livestock & Dairy Specialist will report to Director Programs and will assist the program unit in managing implementation of livestock and dairy development projects, identification of key private sector led interventions, structuring of grant interventions for livestock & dairy development projects, development of functional linkages and networks with overall goal to develop livestock and dairy sector of Pakistan.

Specific Responsibilities:

Assume overall responsibility for planning, implementing, monitoring and coordinating the implementation of the livestock & dairy development components, on a national basis, together with supporting the preparation of detailed annual work-plans, targets and budgetsCoordinate the identification of key private sector led project interventions to foster quantitative and qualitative improvements in the sector, either through direct intervention, through service providers or through specific inputs from international technical assistance inputsUnder the supervision of Director Programs, undertake responsibility for the preparation and structuring of grant interventions for livestock & dairy development projects, ensuring conformity and quality, for ultimate submission to the Grants department for further processingDevelop the linkages and networks required at a national, provincial and international level, and identify and implement pro-active measures for continued collaborationWork closely with sector consultants engaged by ASF from time to time for undertaking various assignmentsAssist M&E unit in monitoring of livestock & dairy related aspects of projectsAny other responsibilities assigned by the Director Programs

Qualifications / Experience

M.Sc in Animal Science or Animal Husbandry, or a higher degreeMinimum 10 years' experience related to the above duties and responsibilities, out of which 4 years’ experience should be in a similar role. Experience of working with International NGOs, donor agencies, or other reputed international development organizations will be a plus.Specific livestock & dairy sector experience, preferably with broad ranging skills and capabilities in the management, operation, promotion and development of the sector. A demonstrable track-record in promoting business growth and development, through innovative thinking and strong team-building, are considered pre-requisitesAbility to travel to all provinces / regions of PakistanAbility to work independently and in a teamComputer literacy with demonstrated use of Word, Excel, Power Point etc.Excellent writing and communications skills in English required

ASF believes in equal opportunity for all. The position is open to male and female applicants and offer attractive market-based remuneration, congenial work environment and career growth opportunities.


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