Job Description
– Oversee the implementation of agricultural policies by the districts’ Agricultural and Natural Resource Departments as well as by RAB and NAEB and by other stakeholders at district level.
-Ensure appropriate and efficient use of program budgets (e.g. input supply, small scale irrigation) in compliance with earmarked fund guidelines.
-Check the quality and level of extension services delivery.
– Representing MINAGRI at district level to oversee implementation of policies / strategies.
– Oversee the implementation of various programs in the districts.
– Provide recommendations for improving efficiency of processes.
– Development of improved processes and organization.
– Ensure that agricultural entities comply with government regulations.
– Compile routine activity reports and draft the applicable recommendations for the Ministry, farmers, growers or relevant agency.
– Oversee accuracy of data collection of inspection services and provide the same to M&E Specialist for tracking progress of programs and evaluating impact.
– Oversee and ensure compliance with respective data reporting calendar.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Production
0 Year of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Agribusiness
0 Year of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Crop Production
0 Year of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Sciences
0 Year of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Horticulture
0 Year of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Sciences
0 Year of relevant experience
Competency and Key Technical Skills
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Integrity
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Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
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Inclusiveness
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Accountability
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Communication
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Teamwork
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Client/citizen focus
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Professionalism
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Commitment to continuous learning
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Resource management skills
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Analytical skills
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Problem solving skills
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Decision making skills
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Time management skills
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Risk management skills
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Results oriented
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Digital literacy skills
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Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.
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Knowledge of Agriculture context development agenda
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Investigatory skills to uncover if an operation has complied with government regulations
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Interpersonal skills
