Agriculture Development Specialist
World Bank
- Islamabad
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Support the design and implementation of SSAA2 operations and analytical activities in the four Provinces of intervention of the World Bank in Pakistan, with a specific focus on the following dimensions: rural livelihoods and economic opportunities, social and gender inclusion in agri-food value chains, social and professional organizations of rural producers, resilience and climate change adaptation, policies, micro-finance, land tenure security.
- Conduct research and rapid analyses of existing Government's policy documents, analytical reports, and other research literature and donor reports on the themes listed above.
- Coordinate SSAA2 operations and analyses with activities conducted by other GPs, especially on rural poverty, smallholders' access to finance and markets, gender and social inclusion, nutrition and stunting.
- Participate in the drafting of analytical reports, policy notes and briefs, and any other knowledge dissemination and position papers.
- Participate in policy discussion with Government's counterparts; help develop collaboration with universities, research institutions, think tanks, and farmers' and private sector's representatives; participate in coordinating knowledge dissemination, stakeholder consultation and communication events.
- Provide analytical, technical and operational support to project formulation and implementation support; help fulfil corporate requirements especially on climate co-benefits and Paris alignment, gender and social inclusion, etc.; contribute to the preparation of project completion reports.
- Respond to ad-hoc information requests from internal and external parties, including the Pakistan Country Management Unit and AGF GP. As necessary, represent SSAA2 at technical events and present World Bank' s views and analyses.
- A minimum of Masters in Agriculture, Rural Development, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, or related fields. A minimum of 5 years of relevant full-time professional experience in the agri-food sector or related fields in Pakistan; international exposure in South Asia or beyond is an advantage.
- Proven understanding of Pakistan institutional and political context, agriculture and rural development, institutions and regulations; confirmed collaboration with diverse academic institutions and professional organizations in Pakistan (universities, think tanks, private sector, etc.).
- Strong analytical skills and demonstrated experience in leading analytical activities as evidenced by publications and presentations on relevant policy issues at professional meetings, conferences etc.
- Proven experience in delivering short briefs and notes for knowledge dissemination to the general public, knowledge sharing events and policy dialogue with decision makers.
- Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving and team skills with ability to find pragmatic and implementable solutions; experience in and ability to support findings and policy recommendations with relevant technical evidence.
- Proven written and oral communication skills in English, including the ability to present sophisticated issues to specialists as well as to non-specialist audiences.
- Competency to work across various subject areas and multi-disciplinary teams, while being diplomatic and sensitive to multi-cultural teams.
- High level of energy and enthusiasm, ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment, and willingness to travel and work under challenging conditions.
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