Job Description

Position:
Specialist - Farm-Based, Non-Farm Livelihoods & Climate-Smart Agriculture
Reporting To:
Director - Programs / CEO, ARCH Foundation
Project Location:
Vadodara, Gujarat
About the Organization:
ARCH (Advanced Resource Centre for Humanitarian) Development Foundation is a non-profit organization (registered as Section 8) located in Vadodara working towards development activities mainly focused on education, women empowerment, skill and livelihood and financial literacy to name a few. We are working in states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. For further information, kindly visit our website- www.archfoundation.in
Key Responsibilities:Design and implement climate-smart agricultural practices including soil health management, integrated pest control, water-efficient irrigation, drought-resilient crop cycles, and agri-waste utilization. Develop and promote scalable models of farm-based livelihoods, such as organic farming, kitchen gardens, livestock rearing, mango grafting, and vermicomposting. Guide and monitor non-farm income-generating activities including technical and non-techincial skill building program, and home-based enterprises. Build capacity of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and community-based organizations on production planning, post-harvest handling, quality control, pricing, and branding. Facilitate market linkages, value chain integration, and enterprise incubation for rural producers. Align project strategies with government programs and schemes (e.g., DAY-NRLM, PMKSY, NABARD initiatives, climate adaptation missions). Collaborate with local governance bodies to ensure convergence, resource mobilization, and long-term sustainability of livelihood interventions.
Required Skills and Competencies:Demonstrated expertise in climate-smart agriculture or ecosystem-based adaptation is highly desirable. Experience in working with women-led enterprises, FPOs, or producer groups is an advantage. Familiarity with CSR project frameworks, sustainability metrics, and SDG alignment. Strong communication, facilitation, and documentation skills; ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
Qualification:
Master's degree or equivalent in Agricultural Sciences, Rural Management, Natural Resource Management, or related disciplines
Experience:
5-10 years of progressive experience in farm and non-farm livelihood promotion, preferably with rural and tribal communities
Position Availability:
Immediate
Application Process:
Interested candidates can apply with their updated CV at hiring@archfoundation.in with subject line as "Specialist - Farm-Based, Non-Farm Livelihoods & Climate-Smart Agriculture"