Agriculture and Nutrition Coordinator - Volunteer Position - Onsite in Nepal - 2 years, plus 3 months training
Peace Corps
People & HR
United States
Posted on Jan 31, 2026
About The Job
Apply by :
June 15, 2026
Know By
August 1, 2026
Depart On
January 14, 2027
Duration
2 years, plus 3 months training
ELIGIBILITY: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a U.S. citizen.
Project description
Are you a passionate gardener or beekeeper? Communities in Nepal are seeking support to promote agricultural diversification for improved nutrition.
More than 65% of Nepal’s population depends on agriculture for their livelihoods, yet the country faces a severe food deficit, with more than half of its districts facing food insecurity. Stagnant agricultural production and population growth have contributed to an increase in widespread hunger and malnutrition. In fact, nearly one-third of Nepali children under the age of 5 are experiencing forms of malnutrition. While Nepal’s diverse agroecological landscape offers promising opportunities, unpredictable but frequent environmental shocks and stresses, labor outmigration, soil degradation, and pollution challenges persist. Moreover, limited commercialization and agricultural extension support have led to low productivity and profitability from farming. The government is committed to doubling the number of fruit trees across the country over the next five years, engaging rural farmers in the organic farming business, and implementing a “food for healthy life” campaign at the grassroots level.
As an Agriculture and Nutrition Coordinator, you will collaborate with the local community to apply efficient technologies that enhance production of diverse, nutrient-dense crops.
Your contribution will increase the number of rural, smallholder farmers to achieve sustainable food, nutrition, and livelihood. You will also increase the youth’s knowledge of sound agriculture and nutrition practices.
Required Skills
Qualified candidates will have an expressed interest in working in agriculture and one or more of the following criteria:
Apply by :
June 15, 2026
Know By
August 1, 2026
Depart On
January 14, 2027
Duration
2 years, plus 3 months training
ELIGIBILITY: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a U.S. citizen.
Project description
Are you a passionate gardener or beekeeper? Communities in Nepal are seeking support to promote agricultural diversification for improved nutrition.
More than 65% of Nepal’s population depends on agriculture for their livelihoods, yet the country faces a severe food deficit, with more than half of its districts facing food insecurity. Stagnant agricultural production and population growth have contributed to an increase in widespread hunger and malnutrition. In fact, nearly one-third of Nepali children under the age of 5 are experiencing forms of malnutrition. While Nepal’s diverse agroecological landscape offers promising opportunities, unpredictable but frequent environmental shocks and stresses, labor outmigration, soil degradation, and pollution challenges persist. Moreover, limited commercialization and agricultural extension support have led to low productivity and profitability from farming. The government is committed to doubling the number of fruit trees across the country over the next five years, engaging rural farmers in the organic farming business, and implementing a “food for healthy life” campaign at the grassroots level.
As an Agriculture and Nutrition Coordinator, you will collaborate with the local community to apply efficient technologies that enhance production of diverse, nutrient-dense crops.
Your contribution will increase the number of rural, smallholder farmers to achieve sustainable food, nutrition, and livelihood. You will also increase the youth’s knowledge of sound agriculture and nutrition practices.
Required Skills
Qualified candidates will have an expressed interest in working in agriculture and one or more of the following criteria:
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in any field
- 5 years' professional work experience