Irrigation and Mechanization Specialist job at Minagri

Vacancy title:
Irrigation and Mechanization Specialist

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources , Category: Agricultural Services & Products ]

Jobs at:

Minagri

Deadline of this Job:
22 April 2022  

Duty Station:
Within Rwanda , Kigali , East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, April 12, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:
Irrigation and Mechanization Specialist
Level:3.II
Job description
Oversee the installation, maintenance and repair of irrigation systems in the country and lead the formulation of relevant policies.
• Oversee the installation, maintenance and repair of irrigation systems and related components including irrigation lines, sprinkler heads, control panels, valves, pumps, etc.
• Ensure all irrigation systems operate properly.
• Provide technical advice in the design or modification of new or existing irrigation systems and other related mechanization.
• Oversee seasonal maintenance such as system charging and draining.
• Ensure an inventory of related parts and supplies of irrigation systems is maintained.
• Lead and guide workers on irrigation projects and work on other grounds related assignments as needed.
• Direct all irrigation and mechanization programs.
• Participate on work teams to plan, develop, or implement programs or policies for improving environmental habitats, wetlands, or groundwater or soil resources.
• Conduct fact-finding or mediation sessions among government units, landowners, or other agencies to resolve disputes.
• Compute cost estimates of irrigation systems and mechanization efforts.
• Provide related information, knowledge, expertise, or training to government agencies at all levels.
• Research and advice on sustainable agricultural processes or practices.
• Develop, conduct, or participate in surveys, studies, or investigations of various irrigation and mechanization activities to inform corrective action plans.
• Advise others on the development or use of new technologies in irrigation systems and mechanization in the sector .

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Rural Engineering
3 Years of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Rural Engineering
1 Year of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture
3 Years of relevant experience
• Master's Degree in Agriculture
1 Year of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture Mechanization
3 Years of relevant experience
• Master's Degree in Agriculture Mechanization
1 Year of relevant experience
• Master's Degree in Water Management and Irrigation Systems
1 Year of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Water Management and Irrigation Systems
3 Years of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills
• Integrity
• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
• Inclusiveness
• Accountability
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Client/citizen focus
• Professionalism
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Resource management skills
• Analytical skills
• Problem solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Time management skills
• Risk management skills
• Results oriented
• Digital literacy skills
• Fluency in English, Kinyarwanda and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, techniques, skills, materials and methods of irrigation system design, installation and maintenance

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8


Level of Education:
Bachelor Degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Environment, Forestry and Agriculture jobs in Rwanda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 22 April 2022
Duty Station: Kigali
Posted: 13-04-2022
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 13-04-2022
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 13-04-2056
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