Consultant - FPO Strengthening
Quick answer
Heifer International is hiring a mid-level Consultant - FPO Strengthening (India-based) to support the formation and operationalization of Goat Producer Companies and Producer Groups, with a focus on governance and business processes.
- Role
- Consultant - FPO Strengthening
- Organization
- Heifer International
- Location
- Araria, Bihar and South Bihar (districts to be finalised)
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Consultant – FPO Strengthening will support the formation, incubation, and operationalization of Goat Producer Companies and Producer Groups. The role emphasizes governance, shareholder engagement, business processes, and institutional capacity building to ensure sustainable, producer-owned enterprises.
What you'll do
- Support the formation, incubation, and operationalization of Goat Producer Companies and Producer Groups
- Mobilize shareholders and facilitate incorporation processes
- Build governance structures and compliance systems
- Deliver governance frameworks and SOPs
- Facilitate Board meetings and build leadership capacity
- Organize training, workshops, and exposure visits
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in Rural Management, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Development Studies, Social Work, Cooperative Management, Commerce, or related fields
- 3–6 years in FPO/FPC strengthening, institution building, rural livelihoods, producer collectives, or enterprise development
- Experience with SHGs, PGs, FPOs, governance strengthening, and government programs
- Strong understanding of FPOs, Producer Companies, and community enterprises
- Facilitation, training, and capacity-building expertise
- Effective communication, documentation, and stakeholder management
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Araria, Bihar and South Bihar (districts to be finalised).
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields, 3–6 years of experience in FPO/FPC strengthening, and experience with SHGs, PGs, FPOs, governance strengthening, and government programs.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the provided job link: https://jobs.jobvite.com/heifer/job/oPIxAfwo.
Is the job remote or in-office?
The job is field-based with extensive travel across districts, blocks, villages, PGs, and GPC operational areas.
How to apply
Apply directly on Heifer International's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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