Consultant- Champion Farmers Program

1. Identification of Progressive Farmers:

• Mapping and Outreach: Identify progressive farmers across targeted geographies using various channels such as cooperatives, Department of Agriculture, KVKs, ATMA, NGOs, and social and agri-platforms.
• Criteria Assessment: Evaluate and select farmers based on criteria such as innovative sustainable agricultural practices, leadership potential, and diversified activities.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Gather and analyze data to identify best practices and innovative solutions that farmers themselves recognise and address needs in the agricultural sector.

2. Problem and Solution Identification:

• Organize Workshops/Sessions: Facilitate innovation workshops and sessions with progressive farmers to identify key problems and develop innovative solutions.
• Pilot demonstration: Coordinate and oversee pilot demonstrations of developed solutions in real-world settings.

3. Reporting and Documentation:

• Progress Reports: Prepare and submit regular progress reports on activities, findings, and outcomes.
• Knowledge Repository: Contribute to the development of a comprehensive knowledge repository, including case studies, video testimonials, and other resources.

4. Collaboration and Coordination:

• Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with sectoral experts, progressive farmers, and representatives from SELCO Foundation and other partners to ensure smooth execution of the program.
• Feedback Integration: Incorporate feedback from the review committee and other stakeholders to improve program implementation.

Deliverables:

Identification: Detailed reports on identified progressive farmers.

Needs Assessment Reports: Comprehensive reports on needs assessments, problem statements, and potential required solutions.

Workshop Summaries: Documentation of workshops and sessions, including identified problems and proposed solutions.

Pilot Testing Reports: Reports on the outcomes of pilot tests, including recommendations for scaling

Knowledge Repository Contributions: Contributions to the development and maintenance of the knowledge repository.

Progress Reports: Regular updates on program activities, achievements, and challenges.

• Relevant Experience: Passionate about working with champion farmers, with experience in livelihoods, agricultural development, innovation, and related fields preferably, minimum of 2-3 years of experience in relevant sector
• Educational Background: Bachelors Degree in Agricultural Science, Rural Development, Environmental Science, Renewable Energy, or a related field. Master s Degree or higher qualifications in these areas can be an added advantage.
• Local Knowledge: Familiarity with the target regions and their agricultural
• Skills: Strong communication, Program facilitation, documentation, data analysis, and project management skills.