Vacancy title:
Forest Extension Officers

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Agribusiness]

Jobs at:
Rwanda Forestry Authority

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, August 21 2025

Duty Station:
Rwanda | Kigali | Rwanda

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, August 15 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Job Responsibilities:

1. Tool Development & Performance Analysis:
   • Develop a comprehensive tool to assess forest sector performance.
2. Research & Extension:
   • Translate research findings into actionable extension messages for program innovations.
   • Create client-centered, research-based extension materials.
3. Training & Capacity Building:
   • Design tailored forest training modules for professionals.
   • Organize annual competitions for best forest practitioners.
   • Conduct in-service training for field staff and professionals.
   • Train field staff to educate volunteers and resource persons.
4. Educational Support:
   • Provide field staff with support materials for educational programs.
   • Offer technical guidance to field staff as needed.
5. Applied Research:
   • Plan and conduct research to address practical challenges in forestry.
   • Identify research gaps and assist in problem-solving.
6. Public Outreach & Advocacy:
   • Disseminate information via mass media (articles, radio, TV).
   • Engage with forest commodity groups, industries, and organizations.
   • Market the organization’s achievements through exhibitions.
7. Professional Contributions:
   • Publish articles in journals, newsletters, and policy briefs.
   • Participate in forestry societies and forums.
8. Additional Duties:
   • Perform other tasks assigned by the NTFP Unit.

Qualifications:

Education (One of the following):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agro-forestry, Forestry, or Agriculture.
• No prior experience required (entry-level position).

Required Competencies & Skills:

Core Values:

• Integrity | Inclusiveness | Accountability | Professionalism | Continuous Learning

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of forestry, natural resources, and socio-environmental issues.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in developing training materials and extension messaging.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Communication & Teamwork – Client/citizen-focused collaboration.
• Critical Thinking – Ability to analyze and interpret research.
• Time Management – Efficient handling of multiple tasks.
• Empathy & Adaptability – Behavioral and emotional intelligence.

Psychometric Requirements:

• Language: English proficiency.
• Domains: Critical thinking, Problem-solving, Decision-making.
• Behavioral Traits: Attention to detail, Emotional regulation, Self-awareness.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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