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Rwanda Senior Agronomist, Conservation Agriculture (Fixed-Term)

One Acre Fund
Location
Kigali, Rwanda
Posted
17 days ago
Department
EXC - Executive
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Master’s degree in Agronomy, Agroecology, Crop Science, Soil Science, or a closely related agricultural field
  • Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience in agronomy, conservation agriculture, regenerative agriculture, or agroecological farming systems
  • Proven experience developing agricultural extension materials and leading farmer-facing training, capacity building, or advisory programs
  • Demonstrated experience coordinating multi-stakeholder projects involving government, NGOs, research institutions, academia, or private-sector partners
  • Strong hands-on experience working directly with smallholder farmers and field teams, with willingness to travel extensively and spend significant time in rural settings
  • Proficiency in English is required; additional regional or international languages are an advantage
What the job really is

The Senior Agronomist will focus on developing and implementing conservation agriculture strategies and training programs for smallholder farmers in Rwanda. Responsibilities include creating educational materials, providing technical guidance to field teams, evaluating agricultural practices, and managing partnerships with various stakeholders. The role involves significant fieldwork and collaboration with local teams to enhance farmer productivity and resilience.

Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Housing
  • Comprehensive benefits
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Role requires extensive travel and fieldwork
  • Candidates from specific countries are strongly preferred
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