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One Acre FundRwanda Senior Agronomist, Conservation Agriculture (Fixed-Term)
One Acre Fund is hiring a senior agronomist in Kigali, Rwanda, on a fixed-term contract of two years that can be renewed depending on performance. The…
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One Acre Fund is hiring a senior agronomist in Kigali, Rwanda, on a fixed-term contract of two years that can be renewed depending on performance. The job centers on conservation agriculture: designing advisory models and training materials, guiding field teams that run farmer workshops and demonstration plots, and studying field evidence to refine practices. The post suits a seasoned agronomist with at least six years of relevant experience, a Master's…
Job Description
One Acre Fund is hiring a senior agronomist in Kigali, Rwanda, on a fixed-term contract of two years that can be renewed depending on performance. The job centers on conservation agriculture: designing advisory models and training materials, guiding field teams that run farmer workshops and demonstration plots, and studying field evidence to refine practices.
The post suits a seasoned agronomist with at least six years of relevant experience, a Master's degree in an agricultural science, and a record of leading farmer-facing training. The work is on-site.
Responsibilities
- Develop conservation agriculture advisory models and practical extension materials for varied farming conditions
- Back up field crews running farmer trainings, field schools and demo plots
- Analyze field data and farmer feedback to refine practices and recommend program improvements
- Coordinate project planning, reporting and data sharing with public, private and academic partners
Requirements
- At least six years of professional experience in agronomy or conservation agriculture
- Practical field experience with smallholder farmers and local crews, including extensive travel to rural areas
- Proficiency in English
Qualifications
- Postgraduate degree in an agricultural subject, such as agronomy, agroecology or soil science
- Fluency in other regional or global languages is a bonus
Core Skills
Benefits
- Health cover and housing, plus a wider benefits package
- Mentorship and training programs, with weekly manager check-ins
- Career reviews twice a year
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Where is the role based?
The posting places the job in Kigali, Rwanda, and describes it as on-site work.
What experience is required?
The posting asks for at least six years of professional experience in agronomy or conservation agriculture, plus a Master's degree in a related agricultural field.
When does the application window close?
The deadline is 3 December 2026. Applications are processed on a rolling basis until the post is filled.
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