Entrepreneurship in the territories: is it the right time?
ROLE DESCRIPTION
The Economic Researcher will lead the economic component of TJF’s research on agroforestry development and farmer livelihood systems in Indragiri Hilir. The project examines how agroforestry can strengthen food security and economic sustainability in suboptimal land contexts. The researcher will be responsible for analysing, modelling, and forecasting the economic feasibility of agroforestry-based livelihoods—combining field-based economic data collection with business and market analysis. The position requires both quantitative economic expertise and contextual understanding of rural livelihoods and environmental challenges.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and conduct field-based economic studies to understand household income structures, cost-benefit patterns, and market linkages in agroforestry systems.
- Employ relevant economic valuation and modelling methods, including: a) Cost–Benefit Analysis (CBA) and Net Present Value (NPV) modelling for different agroforestry options, b) Enterprise or value chain analysis to evaluate production-to-market linkages, c) Contingent Valuation Method (CVM) or Choice Experiment (CE) for assessing farmers’ Willingness to Pay (WTP) for improved inputs, environmental services, or agroforestry interventions, and d) Sensitivity and scenario analysis to test different livelihood and market conditions.
- Publish your findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals and contribute to TJF’s outreach efforts, such as writing reports, creating policy briefs, or leading workshops for farmers.
- Present at relevant conferences, seminars, and scientific forums to communicate research findings and stay updated on the latest developments in the field.
- Collaborate with research institutions, universities, and relevant government bodies to align findings with current policies and scientific advancements.
