Jamaica
Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA)
Master’s Degree or equivalent in Sociology with a focus on Agriculture, Environment, Development, Business or a related field
2 years of experience in helping rural families and/or organizations that work with rural families to develop the capabilities, assets, and activities required for families to earn a living from agricultural production and services
2 years’ experience in helping rural families and/or organizations that work with rural families to achieve a livelihood that can strengthen their ability to cope with and recover from societal, marketplace and environmental stresses and shocks
2 years of international development experience in either national level or community-based
Experience in assessment and report writing; training and facilitation
Working knowledge of qualitative research methodologies,
4 years’ experience in improved management practices and technologies to conserve, store, and/or transform agricultural products to add value.
4 years’ experience in agriculture-based business skills
SPECIAL NOTICE ABOUT CITIZENSHIP: Candidates who are dual citizens of Jamaica and the U.S. are not eligible to serve with Peace Corps Jamaica. Volunteer safety is of paramount importance, and the protections of U.S. citizenship promote Volunteer safety. If anyone holding dual U.S. and Jamaican citizenship were to face a legal, safety, or other emergency situation in Jamaica, the Peace Corps' ability to intervene would be limited. If you hold citizenship with both the U.S. and Jamaica, we encourage you to look at other opportunities with Peace Corps.
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Agriculture
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Jamaica
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PCR
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As the preeminent international service organization of the United States, the Peace Corps sends Americans with a passion for service abroad to work with communities and create lasting change. Volunteers develop sustainable solutions to address challenges in Education, Health, Economic Development, Agriculture, Environment and Youth Development. Through their Peace Corps experiences, Volunteers gain a unique cultural understanding and a lifelong commitment to service that positions them to succeed in today's global economy. Since President John F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps in 1961, more than 240,000 Americans of all ages have served in 142 countries worldwide.
