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Take part in meaningful agronomic research that directly impacts the lives of smallholder farmers as a Research Agronomist at One Acre Fund.
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Salary
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Location
Kigali, Rwanda
Expires
Expires at anytime
At One Acre Fund, a non-profit that works to increase the productivity and livelihoods of smallholder farmers operating in nine African countries, you'll have the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of farmers.
Role Summary:
- Join our R&D program and contribute to impactful pest management research.
- Conduct literature reviews and design on-farm experiments.
- Develop integrated pest management strategies.
Role Requirements:
- Over 5 years of experience in agricultural research, with a preference for candidates with a PhD or MSc in applied agricultural science.
- Strong background in agronomy, crop management, and agricultural trial design.
- Experience in smallholder farmer extension and pest management projects in Africa is a plus.
Application Process Details:
- One Acre Fund provides comprehensive benefits inclusive of health insurance and housing.
- Work permits are supported for this role, preference is given to nationals from our countries of operation or those with extensive professional experience in these regions.
- We invest heavily in the development of our staff. This includes mentorship, training, and regular performance reviews to support your career growth.
One Acre Fund was founded in 2006 and is dedicated to helping smallholder farmers increase productivity and improve their livelihoods. We operate in nine countries across Africa, serving 5.5 million farmers by providing them with high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, and modern agronomic training. Our approach has proven to increase the income and resilience of farmers significantly.
The Role: As a Research Agronomist at One Acre Fund, you will be part of our robust R&D program that spans several countries. You will be responsible for driving impactful pest management research and turning evidence into action. This includes conducting literature reviews, designing on-farm experiments, and developing IPM strategies. Your work will directly influence the wellbeing of hundreds of thousands of smallholder farmers each year.
Job Requirements: We are looking for a professional with over 5 years of experience in agriculture research, preferably with a PhD or MSc in applied agricultural science. You should have a strong background in agronomy, crop management, and agricultural trial design. Experience in smallholder farmer extension and pest management projects in Africa is an advantage.
Benefits: One Acre Fund offers health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits. We also support work permits for this role, with a preference for nationals from our countries of operation or those with extensive professional experience in these regions.
Career Growth and Development: We invest in the development of our people, offering mentorship, training, and regular performance reviews to support your career growth. You will have opportunities to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
