Agronomist

1. Position: Agronomist 2

1 for Huye and 1 for  Karongi

 Task and responsibilities:

• To execute and monitor agricultural projects through regular checking
• To co-work with participants/ beneficiaries and the local authority for self-reliance in the field area
• To plan, monitor and supervise agricultural activities
• To assist sector agronomist and other stakeholders in determining ways of cultivating crops on different plots of land, having in consideration the conditions of soil
• To train participants/farmers on cultivation methods
• To assist in selecting and procurement of the seeds, fertilizers and other materials required for plant growth
• To coordinate all site activities with regard to the implementation of Land husbandry technologies
• Assisting farmers in Applying received lime and compost and make sure they are applied at the right time and dose.
• To bring in cares and faculties to the good utilization of all material and equipment of the project
• To guide and oversee the correct implementation of the planned activities by the site.
• To execute and submit regular reports including Monthly Operational Reports, any executions plans and official Project Proposal Form (PPF), to Project Manager
• To check efficiency, effectiveness, and impacts of programs/projects through regular monitoring and reporting to Project Manager
• To have a proper partnership with local government (officers) through improved communication skills and evaluation
• To monitor regular field visits and have meetings with beneficiaries and stakeholder in order for checking, reporting and submitting the procedure and progress of on-going projects to project Manager
• To participate in regular meetings with community people, especially with communities and local authorities for finding local needs
• To perform additional jobs assigned by the Country Director and/or Project Manager

Qualifications and experience required

• Bachelor’s degree in the field of Agronomy, crop sciences, and/or related fields from a recognized   University with at least 4 years’ field experience in a similar position/field.
• Full working   knowledge   of English   and Kinyarwanda   languages
• Should pay respect to custom   and cultural behavior   of residents   of operating   area
• Good computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and report writing skills.
• Honest and transparent
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• It is a field-based position.   So, he/ she should be ready to travel to the field to the agriculture farms and Cooperatives    in the rural areas

How to apply:

The interested candidates must submit directly their application letter addressed to Country Director; recent and detailed curriculum vitae written in English; relevant certificates; Diploma required; a photocopy of the National Identity Card at Good Neighbors International, Head Office (Kigali); located at Kimihurura, opposite to Lemigo Hotel (FAIRVIEW building_3rd floor, right-wing) by September 07th, 2020 before 5 pm.