Contribute to Strengthening Agricultural Extension in South Asia
Agricultural Extension in South Asia (AESA) invites applications from motivated agricultural graduates, postgraduates, and early-career extension and development professionals to join the AESA Volunteer Programme.
This programme offers a structured opportunity to contribute to regional knowledge exchange while building practical skills in agricultural extension, research, communication, and professional networking.
Why Join the AESA Volunteer Programme?
As an AESA volunteer, you will:
- Be part of a dynamic regional community of extension professionals
- Build professional skills in communication, research, and knowledge management
- Engage in inter-generational learning and mentorship
- Contribute to strengthening agricultural extension systems in South Asia
Who Can Apply?
The programme is open to:
- Agricultural graduates or postgraduates (extension, rural development, or related fields)
- Early-career professionals in extension, research, communication, or development
- Individuals passionate about agricultural extension and knowledge dissemination
Applicants from all South Asian countries are encouraged to apply. AESA is committed to diversity and inclusion across gender, disciplines, and institutions.
Volunteer Roles
Volunteers can contribute based on their interests, skills, and availability through the following roles:
- Social Media Volunteers
Support AESA’s digital presence by engaging with content, sharing opportunities, promoting activities, and increasing outreach through creative online initiatives. - Editorial Volunteers
Assist with reviewing, editing, and preparing articles, blogs, meeting summaries, and knowledge briefs to ensure clarity, quality, and relevance. - Event Organising Volunteers
Help plan and support webinars, workshops, and online knowledge-sharing events, including topic identification, moderation, and coordination. - Knowledge Volunteers
Translate research into user-friendly formats, document extension innovations, support surveys and data analysis, and help localise content for diverse audiences. - Expert Volunteers
Serve as speakers, panellists, mentors, or advisors, and guide young volunteers in content development and career pathways.
Requirements
- Commitment of 3–5 hours per week
- Flexible, fully virtual participation
- Access to a computer and a reliable internet connection
What Volunteers Gain
- Hands-on experience in knowledge management, communication, and extension
- Mentorship from senior extension professionals
- Certificates of participation and completion
- Recommendation letters for outstanding contributions
- Opportunities to publish on the AESA platform
- Access to regional and international professional networks
Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to apply through the online application form.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted with further details.
For more information, write us at aesanetwork@gmail.com
