Job Description
1. To prepare, promote and coordinate all activities of agricultural sector wide initiatives to improve seed access;
2. To initiate urgent mechanisms aimed at availing affordable seed on time;
3. Develop field ready Strategies to increase smallholder farmer’s knowledge and use of appropriate seed;
3. Assist in measuring progress of seed – use related activities;
4. Develop and Strengthen relationship between Farmers and seed dealer;
5. Collaborate closely with other partners that operate in input area to facilitate farmer’s access to improved seed;
6. Work closely with local government to ensure farmer access to improved seed affordable and timely;
7. To ensure provision of advice and technical assistance to local government in the –
8. To produce regularly report on the availability and distribution of appropriate seed for seasonal preparation;
9. Manage seed production costs to ensure agreed-upon profit margins.
10. Manage the production budget.
11. Perform and other duties assigned by the Tree seed Unit;
12. Report to the Director of Tree seed Unit.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry,
3 Years of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy
3 Years of relevant experience
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Master’s Degree in Agronomy
1 Year of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture
3 Years of relevant experience
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Master’s Degree in Agriculture
1 Year of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Plant Breeding
3 Years of relevant experience
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Master’s Degree in Plant Breeding
1 Year of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resources Management
3 Years of relevant experience
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Master’s Degree in Natural Resources Management
1 Year of relevant experience
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Master’s Degree in Forestry
1 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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Skills in Forest resources management,