DIRECTOR OF TREE SEED UNIT AT RWANDA FORESTY AUTHORITY ,KIGALI, RWANDA CLOSING DATE :19/03/2025
Event Details:
Exams to be conducted
1:Written
2:Oral
Reports To
Forestry Research Division Manager
Job responsibilities
• Prepare, promote, and coordinate all activities of collection, handling, processing, certifying, packaging, storing and distribution of forestry and agroforestry tree seeds,
• Initiate urgent mechanisms aimed at availing seeds of different species on time,
• Plan and oversee the diversi:ication of seed orchards,
• Manage the tree seed orchards to obtain sustainable and large crops of seeds of good quality,
• Liaise with national and international tree seed laboratories in re:ining and harmonizing forestry and agroforestry tree seed testing methods and operations in line with the International Seed Testing Association (ISTA),
• Oversee the development of the guidelines for seed tagging including the pre-sowing treatment of seeds to ensure high germination rates,
• Collaborate with other tree seed production entities to keep updated information on the tree seed handling techniques,
• Oversee the documentation and maintenance of the tree seed testing database,
• Oversee the maintenance of tree seed acquisition and distribution database,
• Monitor the seed sowing and germination in the :ield to ensure the right techniques are applied for success,
• Monitor the promotion of indigenous tree species in the country,
• Work closely with local government to ensure farmer access to improved seed affordable and timely,
• To produce regularly report on the availability and distribution of appropriate seed for seasonal preparation,
• Writing and submitting the reports to the Of:ice of Forest Research Division,
• Implementing the performance contract entered into between the TSU and the Forest Research Division,
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Rwanda Forestry Authority.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Agroforestry
3 Years of relevant experience
Master's Degree in Agro-forestry
1 Years of relevant experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry,
3 Years of relevant experience
Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture
3 Years of relevant experience
Master's Degree in Agriculture
1 Years of relevant experience
Bachelor's Degree in Plant Breeding
3 Years of relevant experience
Master's Degree in Plant Breeding
1 Years of relevant experience
Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources Management
3 Years of relevant experience
Master's Degree in Forestry
1 Years of relevant experience
Master's degree in Natural Resources Management
1 Years of relevant experience
Required competencies and key technical skills
Integrity
Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills
Inclusiveness
Accountability
Communication
Teamwork
Client/citizen focus
Professionalism
Commitment to continuous learning
Knowledge and Understanding of Climate Change, Environment and Natural Resources Management, Low Carbon and Climate Smart Agriculture in the Rwanda Context
Skills in seed production works
Knowledge of quality management in seed production
Knowledge of government policy and transboundary natural resources management and enforcement tools
Resource management skills
Decision making skills
Networking skills
Mentoring and coaching skills
Time management skills
Leadership and management skills
Analytical and problem solving skills
Knowledge of seed testing laboratory procedures and reports
Skills in Forestry industries dealing with tree seed production, tree species identification, silviculture practices, forest protection, forest economics, and forest landscape development and management; and forest harvesting operations, and agroforestry practices,
Extensive knowledge in forest and nature resource
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Date and Timings:
11-03-2025 8:55 AM to 19-03-2025 11:55 PM
