Field Trial Advisor with Angkor Green Investment and Development (AGID) Co., Ltd

BTDC-ID: 27435

Closing Date: 11-Dec-2023

Field Trial Advisor

Contact Name

Angkor Green Investment and Development (AGID) Co., Ltd

Email

hr@angkorgreen.com.kh

Announcement Description

Background

Angkor Green Investment and Development Co., Ltd (AGID) stands as a prominent importer, producer, and distributor of agricultural inputs and machinery, including the esteemed ISEKI combine harvesters from Japan. Driven by a steadfast commitment to supplying farmers with premium and dependable products at accessible prices, AGID paves the way for sustainable business growth.

Project summary

Straw chopping equipment is an attachment for combine harvesters. During harvesting, the chopper grinds straw into small pieces and spreads them in the field. In smaller sizes, the straw is expected to decompose much faster, reducing constraints for ploughing or rotavating. The decomposed straw contributes to the enhancement of soil organic matter, which plays a crucial role in improving water infiltration and holding capacity, increasing the soil's ability to hold onto and supply nutrients over time, and enhancing soil microbial biodiversity, which can help suppress diseases and pests, among other benefits.

Recognizing the importance of rice straw chopper technology in addressing the challenges in farming and enhancing the efficient use of inputs, particularly fertilizers, AGID has partnered with the Cambodia Australia Partnership for Resilient Economic Development Program (CAPRED) to undertake a project on piloting the use of rice straw chopping equipment attached to combine harvesters.

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Category: Consultancy, Agriculture, Advisory
Type : Job Opportunity
Location: Phnom Penh
Schedule: Full-time
Salary: N/A

Reports to: AGID’s General Manager of Agri-machinery department

Period of Assignment: January 2024 to July 2024

Duration: 7 months

Contractual arrangement: Eligible for Cambodian residents/citizens only

Position Summary

AGID is seeking a technical consultant to take a lead and coordination roles in conducting the implementation of this pilot project. The consultant will be able to work independently in close collaboration with AGID and CAPRED to perform the tasks indicated in the table below:

Duties

Support in conducting the technical testing to develop a guideline for combine harvester operation with straw chopping function.
Work with technical team of AGID to design protocol and tools for conducting technical testing of straw chopping machines and planning to execute the protocol.
Lead and manage in execution of the technical testing plan and protocol including analysis of additional cost for harvesting service providers in running chopping machines.
Get operational guideline to operate combine harvesters with straw chopping functions written.
Design and execute the 18 field trials in Battambang, Kampong Thom and Takeo.
Work with AGID to develop the protocol and planning for the field trials to compare result of rice growing with and without straw chopping. The protocol covers clear rational and research question, location, trials design, data/data collection/data processing, material/equipment/resources needed, risks and their management, execution plan and reporting. There are 18 field trials planned in Battambang, Kampong Thom and Takeo
Manage the execution of field trial protocol and plans with high quality.
Conduct data analysis and write reports on results of all the field trials conducted.
Market testing on straw chopping technology.
Working closely with AGID in designing programs to test market of straw chopping machine and designing tools to capture challenges in promote sale of straw chopping machines in Cambodia.
Support AGID in running market testing programs if needed and execute the tools designed to understand market reaction of straw chopping machines in all levels (farmers, harvesting service agent, harvesting service providers, harvest machine dealers and so)
With result from capturing market testing, work with AGID and CAPRED to come with sale and marketing strategy to scale up the sale of straw choppers.

Requirements

Selection Criteria
Essential:
Advance in the practical experience in conducting rice experimentation related to new innovative agricultural inputs, mechanisation and technologies.
At least six-year professional experience in running field trials preferably on testing new technology to improve rice farming efficiency.
High competency in field experimentation particularly paddy.
Strong analysis and interpersonal skills.
Strong presentation and report writing skills.
Experience in the integration of GEDSI and climate change in project activity implementation.
Desirable:
Experience working with farmers to undertake field experiments to promote the efficient and productive farming practices.
Excellence in coordination and facilitation skills.
High proficiency in English (both writing and communication).
Decent profile in the provision of technical consultancy service in relation to the assignment.
Competence in the use of Ms. Office standard and statistic software.

Please send your cover letter and CVwith name and contact details (phone and email) of three professional referees with your expected daily rate to email provided in the contact details mentioning the position you apply for in the subject line “Technical consultant for analysing the cost and benefit of straw chopping technology in rice farming”.

AGID is an equal opportunity employer, basing employment on merit and qualifications as they relate to the professional experience and position expectations. AGID does not discriminate against any employee or applicants on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender identity, disability, age, or any other basis protected by law. AGID aims to have a diverse workforce at all levels, and a workplace that is supportive of gender equality, disability and social inclusion. Women, people with disabilities and other minorities are highly encouraged to apply.

Only applicants shortlisted will be contacted for interview.

Attachment

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