National Campus/CRE
P.O. Box 159
Kolonia, Pohnpei FM 96941

Under the general direction of the CRE Coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for the Agriculture Extension Program in each state in coordination with other agriculture agents. The incumbent plans, organizes and conducts aquaculture workshops, meetings and demonstrations in the villages.

Provide information and management advice directly to farmers, resource owners, schools, non-governmental organizations and interested individuals. Work with the state agriculture department, other government agencies, communities and resource owners in planning and organizing workshops at the village level. Evaluate effectiveness of workshops and programs, and implements suggested changes in areas of responsibilities. Develop brochures, publication and other outreach materials. Assist in the development of local and national work plans. Input and maintain an electronic database of all clientele. Train and assist CRE staff in area of specialty. Develop and maintain an individual Plan of Work. Prepare public services announcements for the media and TV awareness programs as required. Generate reports. Follow individually tailored professional development program to upgrade skills. Perform other duties as assigned and serve on committees.

Associate degree in agriculture or related field from a US accredited college and two years of work related experience. Must be computer literate, flaunt in the local vernacular, able to speak and write in English, knowledgeable in livestock husbandry, crop production, and with the ability to work alone with minimal supervision. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must be able to demonstrate written and oral communication skills in the local vernacular and in English. Software programs: Microsoft Office word, excel publisher and PowerPoint. A bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Foreign credentials must be equated to US standards using World Education Services at http://www.wes.org.

Applications are available at the College of Micronesia - FSM Human Resources Office, state campus sites or at the college's website at www.comfsm.fm.

Interested candidates must submit the following documents:

1. A letter of interest addressing how the candidate’s professional qualification and experience match the minimum essential requirements of the position (not to exceed 3 pages);
2. COM-FSM application form (http://www.comfsm.fm/jobs/HRdocs/employment08.pdf );
3. A current resume which includes personal email address and cellular phone number;
4. Copies of college transcripts for all degrees earned;
5. A minimum of three professional reference letters under 6 months old;
6. Criminal background check under 6 months old; and
7. Copy of valid driver’s license.

Documents are to be submitted electronically to hro@comfsm.edu.fm (preferably as PDF attachments) or mailed to:

Human Resources Office
College of Micronesia-FSM
P. O. Box 159
Pohnpei FM 96941

(U.S Postal Service domestic rates apply in the Federated States of Micronesia.)

Applications will be accepted until November 29, 2024 followed by screening by the committee or until filled. Official and hard copies of college transcripts are require to be mailed directly from schools to HRO when a candidate is being considered.