Value Chain Expert

2 days ago

Assam, India RADIANT Full time ₹ 20,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year

Job Description – Value Chain Expert (Aquaculture & Livelihood Improvement Project, Assam)

Project Duration:
44 Months (may be extended)

Location:
Assam (Onsite, field-based)

Position Type:
Full-time

About the Project

This
IFAD-supported Aquaculture Promotion and Livelihood Improvement Project
aims to strengthen sustainable aquaculture systems, improve rural incomes, and enhance livelihoods in Assam. The project promotes inclusive rural transformation by supporting smallholder producers, facilitating market integration, and addressing poverty reduction through aquaculture-based value chain development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead
    comprehensive value chain assessments
    of the aquaculture sector in Assam, identifying bottlenecks, opportunities, and potential interventions in line with IFAD's inclusive and pro-poor approach.
  • Design and implement
    upgrading strategies
    across the aquaculture value chain, covering hatcheries, feed supply, farming practices, post-harvest handling, processing, storage, and market access.
  • Facilitate
    sustainable market linkages
    between smallholders, cooperatives, producer groups, private sector actors, and institutional buyers, ensuring equitable participation of women and marginalized groups.
  • Provide
    technical assistance and capacity building
    to community organizations, self-help groups (SHGs), cooperatives, and rural entrepreneurs on improved aquaculture practices, enterprise development, and financial literacy.
  • Support
    livelihood diversification initiatives
    to strengthen resilience, promote income growth, and reduce vulnerability among smallholder households.
  • Ensure that all interventions integrate
    climate resilience, sustainability, and inclusivity
    , in alignment with IFAD's strategic priorities.
  • Coordinate with government agencies, private sector partners, NGOs, and IFAD project management units to strengthen policy and institutional support for aquaculture development.
  • Document and share
    best practices, lessons learned, and success stories
    for knowledge management and replication.
  • Contribute to
    monitoring, evaluation, and reporting
    on project outputs, outcomes, and impacts as per IFAD's results framework.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Master's degree
    in Management, Economics, Rural Development, Social Work, Fisheries, or related discipline from a recognized university/institution.
  • 10+ years of professional experience
    in value chain development, aquaculture/fisheries, or rural livelihoods, with a strong track record in donor-funded or IFAD-supported projects.
  • Proven expertise in
    smallholder-focused market development, inclusive value chain promotion, and rural enterprise strengthening
    .
  • Solid understanding of
    aquaculture systems, rural livelihood models, and pro-poor value chain interventions
    .
  • Experience working with
    government, private sector, producer organizations, and financial institutions
    .
  • Strong analytical, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Excellent communication and reporting skills; proficiency in English is essential, knowledge of Assamese/local languages preferred.

Other Details

  • Contract Duration:
    44 months (extendable based on performance and project needs).
  • Workplace:
    Onsite, Assam (with extensive field travel).
  • Remuneration:
    Competitive, based on qualifications and experience.

Application Process

Interested candidates are requested to send their
updated CV
, clearly mentioning their
present salary and expected salary
, to:



Contact: Ankita Dasgupta –

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