Phytopathologist Research Technician at Rwanda Forestry Authority (RFA), Deadline Feb 10, 2025
Job responsibilities
– Conduct regular field surveys to monitor forest health and detect signs of diseases, pests, or other stress factors affecting forest ecosystems. – Collect and document data on the occurrence, spread, and severity of tree diseases. – Collect soil, plant tissue, and other biological samples from affected areas for laboratory analysis. – Participate in research projects focused on understanding forest diseases and developing disease management strategies. – Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of control measures, such as biological, chemical, or silvicultural methods. – Collaborate with forestry researchers, extension officers, and stakeholders to share findings and propose solutions. – Participate in training sessions for forest managers and communities on identifying and managing forest diseases. – Perform any other duty assigned by supervisors
Qualifications
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1Advanced Diploma in Agroforestry
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2Bachelor’s Degree in Agroforestry
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3Bachelor of Science in Genetics
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4Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry,
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5Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture
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6Advanced Diploma (A1) in Forestry
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7Advanced diploma in Genetics
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8Advanced diploma in Agriculture
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9Bachelor’s degree in Plant Pathology
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10Advanced Diploma (A1) in Plant Pathology
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11Advanced Diploma (A1) in Forest Pathology
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12Bacholor’s Degree in Forest Pathology
Required competencies and key technical skills
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1Resource management skills
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2Problem solving skills
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3Risk management skills
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4Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.
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5Decision making skills
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6Time management skills
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7Digital literacy skills
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8Analytical skills;
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Result oriented
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