Key Assignment Details

1. Job ID: 261388
2. Location: Alluri Sitarama Raju District, Andhra Pradesh
3. Application Deadline: 09 April 2025
4. Sector: Capacity Building, Training, Advocacy
5. Project: Developing an Integrated Sustainable Value-Chain with the Tribal Community of Andhra Pradesh
6. Hiring Organization: Centre for Social Markets (CSM)
7. Email for Application: info@csmworld.org
8. Website: CSM Official Website

Objectives of the Consultancy

The consultant will train and guide the Farmer Producer Organization (FPO) and CSM’s implementation team on achieving Organic Certification under:

1. National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) - India

2. National Organic Program (NOP) - USA

Key Goals:

✔ Provide a comprehensive understanding of organic certification requirements
✔ Train FPO members on Internal Control System (ICS) management
✔ Guide participants on record-keeping, inspections, and compliance monitoring
✔ Offer practical insights and case studies for successful certification

Scope of Work

The capacity-building program will cover:
✅ Introduction to Organic Agriculture & Certification Standards
✅ Detailed overview of NPOP & NOP requirements
✅ Roles & Responsibilities of ICS Managers & Inspectors
✅ Documentation & Record-Keeping requirements (physical & digital templates)
✅ Risk Assessment & Compliance Monitoring techniques
✅ Internal Inspections & Non-Conformity Management
✅ Case Studies & Best Practices in ICS Implementation
✅ Action Plan Development for ICS Strengthening & Organic Certification
✅ Monitoring and Troubleshooting Implementation Challenges

Capacity Building Methodology

📌 Face-to-face training sessions for trainers and key staff
📌 Hands-on practical exercises & case studies
📌 Training manuals, handbooks & templates for certification compliance
📌 Remote training & review of implementation progress
📌 Periodic on-site visits during critical certification milestones
📌 Remote support for Year 2 & Year 3 of Organic Certification

Expected Deliverables

📍 Trained implementation team with a solid understanding of Organic Certification & ICS requirements
📍 Established & well-managed ICS for farmer groups
📍 FPO members trained in internal inspections & compliance documentation
📍 Successful completion of the first year of Organic Certification

Qualifications & Technical Expertise Required

🔹 5-10 years of hands-on experience in managing & implementing Organic Certification
🔹 Proven track record in training & establishing ICS & Organic Certification systems
🔹 Knowledgeable about APEDA’s latest Organic Certification requirements
🔹 Field extension service experience with farmers
🔹 Fluency in Telugu (preferred)
🔹 Experience in Organic Certification for Coffee, Spices, & Millets (preferred)

Application Process

Interested applicants should send the following documents to info@csmworld.org by 09 April 2025:
✔ Resume highlighting relevant Organic Certification & Training experience
✔ Commercial proposal with cost estimate for the assignment
✔ References of previous Organic Certification training (if selected)

Key Takeaways

✅ Exciting opportunity to train & build capacity for Organic Certification in tribal communities
✅ Long-term impact by strengthening sustainable farming & certification processes
✅ Hands-on engagement in the Fairtrade India Project
✅ Potential for future consulting work with CSM

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