Programme Specialist - Livestock

Aga Khan Rural Support Programme; Barwani; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Maternity and paternity leave

5-day work week

On-site training opportunities

Job summary

A renowned NGO is seeking a Programme Specialist – Livestock in Madhya Pradesh to lead and implement livestock-based livelihood programs. Candidates should have a strong background in livestock management, experience in rural development projects, and excellent communication skills. The role offers opportunities for training, a 5-day work week, and comprehensive medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in livestock development and dairy value chains.
• Proven experience in field-level programme execution and capacity building.
• Proficiency in English, Hindi, and local dialects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance for livestock-based livelihood programmes.
• Facilitate training for field staff and partner organisations.
• Prepare strategies and frameworks for program implementation.

Skills

Livestock management

Team management

MIS management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Education

B.V.Sc A.H. / M.V.Sc or B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science

Job description

Education: B.V.Sc A.H. / M.V.Sc or B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, or related field

Experience: Minimum 5+ years of experience in livestock development, dairy value chains, rural entrepreneurship, and livelihood enhancement projects, especially with women and youth

Position Summary:The Programme Specialist – Livestock will be responsible for leading and providing technical guidance for the effective implementation of livestock-based livelihood, productivity enhancement, and animal health programmes in the assigned region.

The role demands strong technical expertise in livestock management, improved breeding practices, fodder development, dairy and small ruminant management, and livestock value chains. The Specialist should have proven experience in field-level programme execution, capacity building, and coordination with multiple stakeholders including veterinary departments, donors, research institutions, and community-based organisations.

The incumbent will also contribute to developing strategies, project proposals, monitoring systems, and documentation of field learnings to enhance programme quality and impact.

Skills:

Strong technical knowledge of livestock management and animal husbandry practices.

Strong skills in field activity organisation, coordination, and team management.

Ability to adopt and promote modern livestock technologies, digital tools, and innovative practices.

Proficiency in MIS management, data analysis, and presentation.

Excellent report writing and communication skills.

Understanding of monitoring and evaluation tools and systems.

Strong project management capabilities.

Preferred Attributes:

Passionate about promoting sustainable, community-based livestock and dairy development

Ability to work effectively with rural communities and farmer institutions

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and field-level facilitation skills

Experience in coordinating with government departments, veterinary institutions, and NGOs

Strong communication, training, and leadership skills

Skilled in developing project proposals, reports, and technical documentation

Open to innovation, digital tools, and modern technologies in animal husbandry

Ability to manage multiple tasks, field timelines, and diverse teams

Integrity, adaptability, and commitment to AKRSP India’s community development values

Proficiency in English, Hindi, and local dialects (preferred)

Job Profile

Liaise with donors, veterinary departments, and government missions for programme coordination and support

Provide technical and managerial support to field teams implementing livestock projects

Facilitate training and capacity-building programmes for field staff, Pashu Sakhis, dairy groups, and partner organisations (GO-NGO)

Develop programme manuals, training modules, and assessment tools to strengthen programme effectiveness

Prepare Standard Operating Procedures (SoPs), strategies, and frameworks for livestock-based livelihood interventions

Plan and implement sustainable livestock practices such as improved breeds, fodder management, deworming, vaccination, housing, and disease prevention

Strengthen livestock value chains, dairy market linkages, and enterprise development models for rural households

Document success stories, case studies, and technical notes for internal learning and donor reporting

Draft project proposals and contribute to strategic planning for livestock and rural livelihood programmes

Promote integration of techniques such as community-based breed improvement, ration balancing, AI services, and preventive healthcare models

Collaborate with veterinary colleges, KVKs, livestock universities, NGOs, and technical organisations to enhance programme outcomes

Ensure timely and accurate donor reporting in English with support from field and monitoring teams

Opportunity to work with a renowned NGO.

On-site and off-site training opportunities.

5-day work week.

Comprehensive medical insurance for employee, spouse, and children.

Maternity and paternity leave as per organizational policy.

15 General Leaves and 16.5 earned leaves annually (earned leaves can be encashed if not utilized).

10 declared public holidays and 3 optional holidays.

Diwali break for 5 days every year.

We strongly encourage women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and specially abled candidates to apply

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