Food Security Specialist - Volunteer Position - Onsite in Madagascar • Africa - 2 years, plus 3 months training

About The Project Skilled farm workers and newly trained graduates can work alongside farmers in Madagascar to strengthen their operations. Extreme weather, soil degradation, and limited agricultural extension services have made it difficult for smallholder farmers in Madagascar to grow multiple crops in a given season. This is especially concerning because more than 75% of Madagascar’s population depends on these farms for their food. When crops fail, families, particularly in rural areas, are left vulnerable to malnutrition and food insecurity. A recent in-country assessment highlighted critical gaps in post‑harvest management and food processing skills among farmers. Many expressed interest in developing alternative sources of income to buffer against crop losses, but doing so requires expanded training in basic business management and entrepreneurship—training that is not yet widely accessible. As a Food Security Specialist, you will guide farmers as they adopt bio‑intensive and regenerative agriculture as well as agroecology practices that increase productivity, expand the variety of crops grown, and improve year‑round access to nutritious food. You will also help strengthen post‑harvest handling and small‑scale business operations so farmers can earn income even when yields are low. By supporting nearby training centers, you'll also help shape the next generation of agricultural leaders and build long-term resilience across farming communities. Activities How you and the community will make an impact together: Promote bio-intensive homestead gardening techniques. Introduce practices that strengthen soil health, support the environment, and boost outputs. Facilitate nutrition education, cooking demonstrations, and food preservation workshops. Support agroforestry approaches to expand crop production and build resilience. Provide training on basic farm business practices, including recordkeeping and product marketing. You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as an English or environment club and youth leadership activities. Required Skills Qualified candidates will have one or more of the following criteria: Associate degree in any field and at least two years of full-time, post-high school work experience (from any combination of roles). OR Bachelor's degree in any field. OR High school diploma or GED and 4 years of full-time post-high school work experience (from any combination of roles). Language: There are no pre-requisite language requirements for this position. Key dates APPLY BY : January 15, 2027 KNOW BY : March 1, 2027 DEPART ON : August 27, 2027 DURATION : 2 years, plus 3 months training