Junior Digital Agriculture Assistant

Job Posting Organization:
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Representation in Bangladesh is dedicated to addressing regional priorities related to security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security, agriculture, and rural development. Established to lead FAO's initiatives in Bangladesh, the organization focuses on identifying, planning, and implementing priority activities that align with the country's needs. The FAO Representation collaborates with various stakeholders, including the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to its programs. It plays a crucial role in monitoring program implementation and addressing any challenges that arise. The organization aims to enhance agricultural productivity, safeguard environmental health, and improve investment efficacy in agrifood systems, particularly in light of climate vulnerabilities. The FAO Representation maintains strong relationships with the Government of Bangladesh, UN agencies, and other development institutions to achieve its objectives.

Job Overview:
The Junior Digital Agriculture Assistant will play a vital role in supporting project and program teams focused on digital agricultural systems and innovations. This position is essential for identifying and implementing digital agriculture and IoT (Internet of Things) solutions within FAO Bangladesh's portfolio. The assistant will work to ensure that modern agricultural innovations lead to improved productivity, reduced losses, and enhanced market competitiveness, particularly as Bangladesh approaches its graduation from Least Developed Country (LDC) status. By connecting technical innovations with farmer capacity building and value chain infrastructure, the Junior Digital Agriculture Assistant will facilitate practical solutions and provide informed technical guidance to drive FAO Bangladesh's interventions.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Junior Digital Agriculture Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including supporting project and program teams in piloting innovations and technologies related to digital agriculture. The assistant will ensure the timely delivery of project outputs and the achievement of objectives. Responsibilities include analyzing methodological frameworks and tools for evaluating digital agriculture readiness, contributing to project proposals and funding requests, identifying relevant start-ups and digital tools for integration, and facilitating knowledge exchange by documenting best practices and lessons learned. The assistant will also design and deliver capacity-development workshops, maintain partnerships with the private sector and research institutions, support project teams in evaluating digital agricultural solutions, and prepare technical reports and progress updates for the FAO Representation. Additional tasks may be assigned by the FAO Representative or Assistant FAO Representative (Programme).

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Physics, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE), or a closely related field. A minimum of one year of relevant experience in IoT and digital agriculture is required. Candidates must also have a working knowledge of English at Level C and must be nationals of Bangladesh. FAO core competencies such as results focus, teamwork, communication, building effective relationships, and knowledge sharing are essential for this role. Technical skills in digital technologies relevant to agriculture and the ability to work with rural communities to design solutions are also necessary.

Educational Background:
The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Applied Physics, Computer Science, or Electrical and Electronic Engineering. Candidates must have their educational qualifications recognized by institutions accredited in the World Higher Education Database (WHED).

Experience:
The role requires at least one year of relevant experience in the field of IoT and digital agriculture. This experience should demonstrate the candidate's ability to work effectively in agricultural settings and with digital technologies.

Languages:
A working knowledge of English (Level C) is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not specified as a requirement.

Additional Notes:
FAO does not charge any fees during the recruitment process, and applications received after the closing date will not be accepted. Candidates must be medically fit for appointment and meet any residency or visa requirements. The position is subject to security clearances. For further employment opportunities, candidates can visit the FAO employment website.