Background

The Government of Maldives (GoM) through the Ministry of Fisheries, Marine Resources and Agriculture (MoFMRA) is initiating the implementation of the “Maldives Agriculture Programme (MAP)” a 5-year project, with the support of International Fund for Agriculture Development (IFAD). The Programme will be managed with the support of an Implementing Partner, by the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) set-up within the MoFMRA in accordance to 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 1 year for the commencement of the works with potential extension based on performance and need. The successful candidate is expected to commence the services in May 2023.

Remuneration

Successful individual will be paid an all-inclusive monthly allowance of MVR 20,000-24000 (Inclusive of all the allowances).

Submission Deadline

The expressions of interest must be submitted to the address below (in person to the Ministry’s reception or by email) no later than 1300 hours on 11th May 2023. Submissions submitted by hard copy should state the Job title, Address in this advertisement, and the submission deadline of the advertisement. Emails submissions should have the name of the applicant and the job title in the Subject of the email. 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 an interview.

Interested individuals may obtain a Terms of Reference from PIU unit and acquire further information on request by writing to the Ministry’s email address [email protected] or by contacting +960 3033400.

Email or hard copies of the applications must be submitted to the address below no later than 1300hrs on 11^th May 2023.  

Applications must be addressed as below

Project Implementation Unit

Ministry of Fisheries, Marine Resources and Agriculture

05^th Floor, M. Hazaarumaage, Fareedhee Magu

Male’, Republic of Maldives

Application title: Business Development Specialist