SSA Consultant - BRICS (Ministry of Agriculture)

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About the Organization

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

Job Description

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) India, as an institutional partner to the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoAFW), Government of India, is extending technical and logistical support to the Ministry in the planning, coordination, and organisation of activities under the Agriculture Working Group (AWG) for India’s BRICS Presidency 2026.

To facilitate the effective execution of these responsibilities, WFP will deploy Consultant to the International Cooperation (IC) Division of DA&FW. The selected professional will work in close coordination with WFP India and MoAFW, while being seconded to the Ministry for a period of one year, dedicated exclusively to substantive and logistical tasks related to BRICS AWG activities.

The Consultant will provide high-quality analytical, technical, and logistical support to the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare for India’s BRICS Presidency 2026, particularly in the planning and coordination of BRICS AWG meetings, events, and deliverables. The position will contribute to strengthening India’s engagement within BRICS on issues of agriculture, food systems, climate resilience, and sustainable development.

Job Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Country Director, WFP India, and the joint supervision of the Joint Secretary (IC), MoAFW, and Partnerships Officer, WFP India, the Consultant will be responsible for the following duties:

Technical and Analytical Support

• Provide high-quality analytical inputs on domestic and international developments related to BRICS cooperation in agriculture.
• Review and synthesize global agricultural trends, innovations, and policy updates from reliable sources including official portals, academic journals, and multilateral institutions.
• Analyse country-specific and cross-country agricultural strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities to identify potential areas for collaboration under BRICS.

Policy and Documentation Support

• Examine draft declarations, issue notes, and other working documents received from the BRICS Secretariat and provide well-researched analytical inputs for senior officials.
• Prepare background notes, talking points, and briefing materials for Indian delegations attending BRICS, bilateral, and multilateral meetings.
• Draft concept notes, proposals, meeting summaries, and coordination briefs for internal and inter-ministerial circulation.

Event Coordination and Logistical Support

• Support the planning and execution of BRICS Agriculture Working Group meetings, seminars, and workshops.
• Coordinate with relevant divisions, ministries, and external partners for logistical arrangements, event scheduling, and documentation.
• Ensure timely preparation and dissemination of meeting folders, reports, and follow-up communications.

Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination

• Liaise with national and international stakeholders including Government agencies, BRICS counterparts, research institutions, and UN entities to ensure seamless coordination.
• Facilitate timely communication between MoAFW, WFP, and other BRICS member countries on AWG matters.

Other Responsibilities

• Support the IC Division and WFP India in any other tasks as assigned, in alignment with BRICS AWG objectives and India’s agricultural priorities.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Advanced university degree (master’s or PhD) in Development Studies, Public Policy, Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated academic exposure to agricultural systems, sustainable food systems, agri-value chains, and agribusiness development would be desirable
• A first level university degree with additional years of relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree. 

Experience

• Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in agriculture, rural livelihoods, climate resilience, or sustainable food systems, preferably in partnership with Government institutions, UN agencies, or international development organizations.
• Proven experience in implementation of sustainable agriculture and livelihood programmes at national or state levels.
• Exposure to climate change adaptation, rural financing, community-led initiatives, and capacity development is desirable.
• Prior experience in supporting international cooperation, multilateral events, or inter-governmental forums (such as G20, BRICS, or similar global platforms) will be an asset

Competencies & skills

• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and professional communication skills.
• Proven advocacy, negotiation, and networking abilities with government, civil society, academia, and international organizations.
• Deep understanding of climate-resilient agriculture, sustainable food systems, and renewable energy applications in agriculture.
• Familiarity with food and nutrition security frameworks, government policies, and data systems in agriculture and climate change.
• Knowledge of global and national frameworks related to agriculture, climate change, soil conservation, and agro-technologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and analytical tools.
• Knowledge of UN systems and Government of India procedures will be an advantage.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and maintain tact and diplomacy in high-level engagements.

Language

• Fluency in spoken and written English and Hindi; ability to speak in other Indian languages will be an asset 

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