Role Purpose
The Development Officer (DO) is responsible for on‑ground development and execution of palm plantation activities, with a strong focus on farmer engagement, field coordination, and plantation support. The role plays a vital part in expanding plantation coverage, improving farmer participation, and ensuring successful implementation at the village level.
Key Responsibilities
1. Farmer Outreach & Development Activities
- Identify and engage potential farmers for palm plantation enrollment.
- Conduct village visits, group meetings, and one‑to‑one interactions with farmers.
- Support farmers during pre‑plantation, plantation, and post‑plantation stages.
- Act as a primary point of contact for farmers for day‑to‑day guidance.
2. Plantation Support & Execution
- Assist in distribution of seeds/seedlings to farmers as per allocation plan.
- Support proper execution of plantation activities:
- Pit preparation
- Spacing
- Initial irrigation guidance
- Ensure farmers follow recommended plantation practices shared by the project team.
3. Field Coordination & Monitoring
- Work closely with Field Supervisors to monitor daily field activities.
- Visit plantation sites regularly to review progress and report gaps.
- Track plantation coverage, survival rate, and farmer compliance.
- Escalate challenges or deviations to the Assistant Manager / Regional Manager.
4. Awareness & Capacity‑Building
- Support conducting awareness programs and demonstrations on palm plantation benefits.
- Educate farmers on:
- Long‑term crop advantages
- Basic maintenance practices
- Importance of adherence to guidelines
- Help improve farmer confidence and adoption through consistent follow‑up.
5. Reporting & Documentation
- Maintain accurate records of:
- Farmer details
- Seeds distributed
- Area planted
- Survival status
- Submit daily/weekly field reports to reporting authority.
- Ensure data accuracy for MIS and project reviews.
6. Coordination with Internal Teams
- Coordinate with Assistant Manager / Regional Manager for activity planning.
- Support implementation of new initiatives or expansion plans in assigned villages.
- Assist during inspections, reviews, and audits conducted by management.
- Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong field presence and farmer‑handling ability
- Willingness to work extensively in rural and remote areas
- Good communication skills (local language mandatory)
- Basic knowledge of agriculture / plantation activities
- Discipline, documentation orientation, and execution mindset
Qualification & Experience
Graduate / Diploma in Agriculture, Horticulture, Rural Development, or related field (preferred).
- 2–5 years of experience in:
- Agricultural field development
- Plantation or farmer‑based projects
- Rural outreach programs
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Number of farmers mobilized and onboarded
- Area covered under plantation
- Survival rate during early plantation stage
- Quality and timeliness of reporting
- Farmer satisfaction and engagement level
Pay: Up to ₹35,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
