Tree Breeding Technician – TREPA Project Rwanda at CIFOR – Center for International Forestry Research: (Deadline 31 December 2022)

The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.

Overview

The Tree Breeding Technician (TBT) will assist in implementation of the tree seed and seedling supply systems work under TREPA project to provide diverse climate adapted species and varieties. The TBT is responsible for tree improvement (including seed source development and field gene conservation) within the project. The role holder will report directly to the TREPA Field Project Manager and to the relevant Output leader(s).

Duties and responsibilities

Summary of responsibilities

• Liaison with the tree improvement and gene conservation programmes of RFA and others.
• Based on the species-specific priorities of integrated seed procurement/tree improvement/gene conservation, plan, prepare and implement the activities accordingly.
• Prepare and implement annual work plans in the subject matter.
• Prepare and follow up subject matter budgets.
• In collaboration with the Seed Procurement Technician, plan, supervise and assist in national seed source exploration for priority species.
• Plan and establish seed stand cum ex situ stand and/or seed orchards (BSOs) of selected priority species.
• Present Annual work plans and Semi-annual consolidated progress reports.
• Communication products development, and
• Annual budgets and semi-annual budget revisions and submission.

REQUIREMENTS

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in forestry with experience in tree improvement, and with a broad understanding of tree improvement.
• A minimum of 2 years working experience.
• Experience from similar positions elsewhere will be considered as an additional advantage.

Education, knowledge and experience

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in forestry with experience in tree improvement, and with a broad understanding of tree improvement.
• A minimum of 2 years working experience.
• Experience from similar positions elsewhere will be considered as an additional advantage.

Terms and conditions

• This is a Locally Recruited position. The initial appointment will be for two (2) years, with a six-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources.

Application process

The application deadline is 31 Dec-2022
We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.