pbAninver Development Partners SL /b ( is looking for a bAgronomic / Data Modelling Specialist /b for a ict, agriculture consultancy assignment financed by bFAO /b in bItaly /b. /p /brpAninver Development Partners is currently preparing a competitive proposal for a prospective consultancy assignment funded by FAO in Italy. The initiative focuses on the design and development of models for a digital decision-support tool that provides evidence-based, site‑specific fertilizer recommendations which are both economically viable and environmentally sustainable. As part of our expert team, we are seeking a qualified Agronomic / Data Modelling Specialist to drive the technical modelling components of the project. /p /brpThe successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing sophisticated algorithms and parameters that integrate multi‑source data—including soil, crop, climate, and fertilizer pricing—to generate precise agronomic guidance. This platform will ultimately support farmers, extension workers, national institutions, practitioners, and policymakers by integrating with established digital soil ecosystems and open data services to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability. /p /brpAninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates. /p /brh3Objectives of the assignment /h3 /brulliDesign and develop robust fertilizer recommendation models for the digital platform. /liliDevelop algorithms and parameters integrating multi‑source data to generate evidence‑based, site‑specific fertilizer recommendations. /liliCalculate optimal nutrient applications (N, P, K, and micronutrients), organic substitution rates, and split‑application schedules. /liliConduct economic vantaggi analyses associated with fertilizer usage.



/liliSupport field validation trials across pilot countries and contribute to capacity development initiatives. /li /ul /brh3Scope of work /h3 /brulliDevelop algorithms and parameters integrating multi‑source data including soil, crop, climate, and fertilizer pricing. /liliGenerate evidence‑based, site‑specific fertilizer recommendations and associated economic benefits. /liliContribute to the building of the web and mobile decision support platform. /liliIntegrate the platform with FAO’s digital ecosystem, relevant soil information systems, and open data services. /liliSupport field validation trials in pilot countries. /liliContribute to capacity development and training for farmers, extension workers, and policymakers. /li /ul /brh3Your role as Agronomic / Data Modelling Specialist /h3 /brulliFormulate and refine agronomic models and agricultural decision‑support tools tailored to local and regional contexts. /liliIntegrate soil, crop, climate, and fertilizer price data into functional platform algorithms. /liliGenerate precise recommendations on fertilizer types, quantities, application timing, and methods. /liliPerform economic benefit analyses and determine organic substitution rates and split‑application schedules. /liliCollaborate with software developers and digital strategy experts to ensure seamless model integration into web and mobile platforms. /liliProvide technical agronomic support during field validation trials in pilot countries. /li /ul /brh3Requirements /h3 /brulliEducation: Not specified /liliAt least five (5)



years of experience in fertilizer recommendation systems, nutrient‑budgeting models, agronomic models, or agricultural decision‑support tools /liliLanguages: Fluent in English /li /ul /brh3Desirable /h3 /brulliPrevious experience working on FAO‑funded projects or similar international agricultural digital platforms. /liliExperience collaborating in multidisciplinary teams for digital agricultural extension tools. /li /ul /brh3Assignment details /h3 /brullibLocation: /b Italy /lilibFinanced by: /b FAO /lilibSector: /b Ict, agriculture /lilibEstimated duration: /b 16 months /lilibContract: /b individual consultancy (conditional on award) /li /ul /brh3About Aninver Development Partners /h3 /brpAninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia‑Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts. /p /brh3Why apply /h3 /brulliJoin a multidisciplinary team on a FAO‑financed project in Italy. /liliIndividual consultancy: flexible, output‑based engagement with an experienced proposal team. /liliYour CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile. /li /ul /brh3Frequently asked questions /h3 /brpbIs the position confirmed? /b The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent. /p /brpbCan I apply if I am not based in the country? /b Yes, unless the requirements say otherwise; relevant regional experience is an asset. /p /brpbWhat happens with my CV? /b It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

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