Background

 The Government of Maldives (GoM) through the Ministry of Agriculture, and Animal Welfare (MoAAW) is implementing the Maldives Agriculture Programme (MAP) with financing from International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). The Programme is managed by the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) set-up within the MoAAW in accordance with the guidelines provided by the design report, implementation manual and under the guidance of the project steering committee and IFAD supervision missions.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the position, the individual is expected to demonstrate the requirements as per the attached "Terms of Reference".

Schedule for the Assignment

Duration of the assignment is until the end of September 2025, with the possibility of extension subject to changes in the project duration.

Remuneration

Successful individual will be paid an all-inclusive monthly allowance between MVR 22,240 – 25,600

Submission Deadline

The expressions of interest must be submitted to the address below (in person or by email) no later than 1200 hours on 14^th April 2025. Submissions made by printed hard copy should state the job title, address indicated on this advertisement, and the deadline mentioned on the advertisement. Application submitted through Emails must include the name of the applicant and the job title in the Subject of the email. Once the application is received, the ministry will send a confirmation of receipt via email.

Documents to be submitted:

• Expression of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (clearly stating the starting and ending month for previous experiences)
• Copy of National ID Card
• Accredited copies of Academic Certificates with transcripts (Documents accepted are copy of accredited certificates/ Letter of completion from the university together with a written document from Maldives Qualification Authority stating that the course completed is accredited to a certain level.)
• Employment letter from past and present employer/ Job reference letters

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.

Interested individuals may obtain the Terms of Reference from Human Resource unit and acquire further information on request by writing to the Ministry's email address [email protected] or by contacting   +960 3339286.

Email or hard copies of the applications must be submitted to the address below no later than 1200hrs on 14^th April 2025

Applications must be addressed as below

Human Resource Section

Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Welfare

7th Floor, Velaanaage, Ameeru Ahmed Magu,

Male', Republic of Maldives Application title: Business Development Specialist