Consultant - FPO Strengthening
Role Summary
Heifer International seeks a Consultant for FPO Strengthening in Bihar, India, focusing on goat value chain development with extensive field travel required.
About the Organisation
The JEEViKA Special Purpose Vehicle for Agricultural Transformation (JSPVAT) Phase‑2.0 is a flagship initiative of the Bihar Rural Livelihoods Promotion Society under the Department of Rural Development, Government of Bihar. Supported by the Gates Foundation and implemented by MSC in partnership with technical agencies, the program strengthens commercially viable, climate‑resilient, and market‑oriented agricultural and livestock enterprises.
Within the livestock sector, JSPVAT 2.0 focuses on:
- Strengthening existing Goat Producer Companies (GPCs)
- Establishing new women‑led goat enterprises
- Improving aggregation systems and market access
- Building sustainable producer‑owned institutions for long‑term income generation
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Rural Management, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Development Studies, Social Work, Cooperative Management, Commerce, or related fields
- Experience: 3–6 years in FPO/FPC strengthening, institution building, rural livelihoods, producer collectives, or enterprise development
- Preferred: Experience with SHGs, PGs, FPOs, governance strengthening, and government programs
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility criteria for this position are not clearly stated, making it unclear if international applicants can apply.
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