NPCA and ACDI/VOCA is currently accepting resumes for individuals with expertise in providing technical assistance to farmers, farm groups,
agribusinesses, and other agricultural institutions in developing and
transitional countries. Your participation will support farmers and
agribusiness professionals in improving their livelihoods and food
security. Join our growing Farmer-to-Farmer program and make a
meaningful impact by offering hands-on training to communities,
cooperatives, agribusinesses, and educational institutions.
Are
you interested in being considered for upcoming Farmer-to-Farmer international volunteer opportunities throughout the year?
The
benefits of submitting your resume with us now is that we will contact you
and work with you regarding the timeline that works with you.
1) Complete the form below
2) Submit your resume (with relevant poultry experience) for review to service@peacecorpsconnect.org.
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Sample Volunteer Assignment:
Attention Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs): We invite you to
contribute your knowledge and expertise to farmers in Georgia! Are you
passionate about fostering sustainable economic growth, ensuring food
security, and advancing agricultural development globally? If you can
dedicate two weeks to a volunteer opportunity, consider joining the
ACDI/VOCA Farmer to Farmer program in Georgia. Through this initiative,
you'll provide technical assistance to farmers, farm groups,
agribusinesses, and other agricultural institutions in developing and
transitional countries. Your participation will support farmers and
agribusiness professionals in improving their livelihoods and food
security. Join our growing Farmer-to-Farmer program and make a
meaningful impact by offering hands-on training to communities,
cooperatives, agribusinesses, and educational institutions.
National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) and ACDI/VOCA (IREX) have teamed up to offer unique volunteer opportunities, promoting sustainable economic growth, food security, and agricultural development worldwide.
The program seeks 2 RPCVs with agricultural knowledge to provide technical assistance to farmers and others who work in the agriculture sector within emerging economies, specifically in the field of ornamental perennials.
The Position:
Assignment Title: Management of Field Grown Ornamental Perennials
Assignment Number: GEO-2083-017
Assignment Location: Georgia Region/State: Marneuli, Kvemo Kartli region
F2F Country Project: Rural Enterprise Development
Date Range & Length: October 1,2024 -October 15, 2024
Assignment PERSUAP Type: Type 3: Volunteers are not expected to be involved in pesticide issues at all.
Not necessary to speak Georgian or Russian.
Qualifications:
Applicant should have practical experience in ornamental plant production: A University degree, academic training or related curriculum experience is also required. To support equality for all F2F program participants, the volunteer should have excellent communication and social skills with a background in working with diverse cultures.
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About ACDI/VOCA:
National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) and ACDI/VOCA have teamed up to offer unique volunteer opportunities, promoting sustainable economic growth, food security, and agricultural development worldwide.
Contribute your knowledge and expertise to farmers worldwide!
ACDI/VOCA is a global leader in economic and social development since 1963, focusing on agriculture, economic growth, resilience, finance, and equity & inclusion. With expertise in program design and technical implementation, we empower communities worldwide, fostering economic growth and improving living standards. Operating in 148 countries, we generate $154 million in total revenues and employ 1,270 individuals globally. As a partner of the USAID Farmer-to-Farmer Program, we drive sustainable economic growth in Armenia, Georgia, and Kyrgyzstan.
ACDI/VOCA supports farmers and agribusiness professionals in developing countries to improve their livelihoods and food security. Farmer-to-Farmer sends U.S.-based volunteers on technical assignments to provide hands-on training to communities, cooperatives, agribusinesses, and educational institutions.
WHY we do what we do stems from the realization that farmers in the developing world often lack access to technologies and innovations crucial for enhancing productivity and competitiveness. Despite their inherent strength and resilience, farmers require access to the latest practices to uplift their families and communities from poverty. Farmer-to-Farmer serves as a vital bridge, deploying highly-skilled volunteers to provide individuals with the tools and knowledge necessary to prosper.