URGENT NEED TO FILL POSITION: 2
weeks professional volunteer position in Georgia; we will work on exact
2 week period with you between April and end of May 2024.
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.
Assignment Title: Open Field and Greenhouse Strawberry Production
Assignment Number: GEO-2083-008
Assignment Location: Georgia Region/State: Kvemo Kartli
F2F Country Project: Rural Enterprise Development
Date Range & Length: April 2024 - May 2024, will work with volunteer to find best dates
Assignment Topics: Other
Volunteer Profile & Qualifications
The volunteer should have practical experience in growing strawberries. 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.
Assignment Tasks
Prior to departure, the Volunteer should be in contact with the field office and provide all the necessary materials for the assignment
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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.
