Vacancy title:
2 agronomists
Jobs at: ASSOCIATION MWANA UKUNDWA
Project title:
Enhancing food and nutrition security in the southern province of Rwanda
It is funded by European Union under its project entitled: Boosting food production in Rwanda “KUNGAHARA”
Within Rwanda, Southern Province
JOB DETAILS:
Association Mwana Ukundwa (AMU) wishes to recruit 2 full-time Agronomists. One agronomist based in Gisagara district and another agronomist based in Nyaruguru district.
Purpose of the position
The agronomist candidate (Project Officer) is responsible enabling small-holder farmers grouped into Self-Help Groups and cooperatives to boost food production in various value chains across the district especially in targeted administrative sectors.
Minimum required qualifications
- The ideal agronomist candidate should preferably hold a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or other related fields.
- The candidate must have at least 3 years of experience working with communities in food production
- He/she must have high level of language proficiency in English; able to make oral presentations and write clear reports in English.
- He/she must be self-motivated, persistent, resolute and able to deliver without close supervision.
- Must be a good communicator, capable of effectively sharing knowledge and skills gained with others.
- Willingness to travel using a motorcycle throughout program covered zones and work flexible hours.
- Computer literacy to a high standard in Microsoft Office
- Flexibility, humility, resourcefulness.
- Must hold a Driving license, category A
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply!
Application Documents:
- Expression of interest letter
- Updated CV (maximum 2 pages) with contact details
- 3 references
- Copies of educational qualifications
- Church recommendation
- Criminal Background Record
- Copy of National Identity card.
- Copy of Driving license Category A
Qualified and interested candidates should submit their application documents written in English addressed to AMU – Executive Director exclusively to: amuinfo95@gmail.com by February 26, 2024 not later than 5:00pm Kigali time.