SKUAST-Jammu Hiring FPO Development Officer Under JKCIP – Apply By 6 July 2025

Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-Jammu) has announced vacancies for the contractual post of FPO Development Officer under the JKCIP (Jammu & Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement Project). The recruitment is intended to support Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) across different districts of Jammu region.

The appointment will be on a year-to-year basis, initially for one year, and extendable based on performance and programme requirements. The engagement is funded by IFAD and governed under IFAD procurement and ethical guidelines.

Interested and eligible candidates can apply in both hard copy and by email. The deadline to submit applications is 6 July 2025.

Important Dates:
The registration process for SKUAST-Jammu FPO Development Officer post is as follows:
Notification Date: 26 June 2025
Last Date of Application: 6 July 2025

Vacancy Details:
This recruitment drive aims to fill the following post:
Post Name: FPO Development Officer

Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates interested in applying can check the eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, and other essential details below.

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Rural Development, or a related field. They must also have 3 to 5 years of experience in FPO promotion, agribusiness, or rural development. Preference will be given to those with experience in the districts of Jammu region. Candidates must also possess knowledge of value chain development, financial inclusion, and relevant policy frameworks.

The monthly consolidated remuneration for the post is ₹50,000. The contract will be co-terminus with the project, extendable annually based on performance.

How to Apply:
Applicants must submit their application in the prescribed format along with their CV and supporting documents to “Director Research, Directorate of Research, SKUAST-Jammu, Main Campus Chatha – 180009, J&K” and also email the same in a single PDF file to [email protected] with the subject line “Application for FPO Development Officer – JKCIP SKUAST-Jammu”.

Selection Process:
The selection of candidates will be based on the Individual Consultant Selection (ICS) method under IFAD guidelines. Evaluation will be done based on educational qualifications, relevant work experience, regional expertise, and interview performance. Eligible candidates may also be asked to give a presentation. The University may conduct a written test depending on the number of applications received.

Candidates who wish to apply must download the official notification PDF. The official notification of SKUAST-Jammu contains all the detailed information about eligibility criteria, terms of engagement, deliverables, and conditions.
Official Notification PDF