Climate & Environmental Specialist at Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (RAB): (Deadline 18 October 2024)

The Climate & Environment Specialist shall report to the Cross- Cutting program Manager. He/she is responsible • Supervise baseline assessments of irrigation infrastructures and develop strategies/guidelines for necessary modifications to make them climate resilient; • Supervise the development and implementation of building codes/standards related to SPIU project interventions are climate resilient; • Providing guidance to Service Providers on climate risk management in projects intervention’s area. • Act as focal point for the institutions in charge of climate and agro-climate information; • Assist in the development of agro-meteorological products and decision support systems designed for transmission to the various departments of the ministry, relevant extension services and the private sector/business partners; • Ensuring the sound integration of climate-resilient technologies in value chain development; • Building project capacities in climate resilient approaches; • Planning and implementing a capacity building program for key stakeholders based on identified needs; • Assisting in the preparation and implementation of Learning Routes with regard to climate resilience; • Carry out any other duties as assigned by Competent Authority. EXPERIENCE: Having a minimum of three (3) years of proven working experience for master’s degree holders and five (5) years for bachelor’s degree holders in relevant field.