Ecoplanet Bamboo Rwanda Ltd is undertaking the restoration of Rwanda’s riparian buffer zones through a unique nature-based solution project, the Rwanda Riparian Restoration Project.

In addition to the Rwanda Riparian Restoration Project, our team is responsible for the implementation of the pilot ecosystem restoration of the bamboo forests of the Volcanoes National Park.

EcoPlanet Bamboo Group is the largest owner and operator of bamboo plantations globally with additional operations in Nicaragua, South Africa, Ghana and the Philippines.

Job Vacancy

Post Title: Field technicians (11 positions)

Location: Kigali, Rwanda but based in the field (various sites) as required.

Reporting to: Field supervisor or Senior Maintenance supervisor

Deadline for application: 23rd April 2024

Responsibilities:

• Assign work schedules to the team leaders, bamboo rangers and field workers.
• Train team leaders and field workers in appropriate techniques for bamboo silviculture such as land preparation, loading and offloading the plants during transportation of the plants to the field, and planting and maintenance activities such as weeding, mulching and watering.
• Oversee all field activities, including ensuring the security of the plants in the field.
• Maintain health and safety protocols within the field.
• Monitor the general health of the plants, including environmental stress, community challenges and animal damage, including pests and disease. Carryout corrective measures when needed.
• Provide a weekly report on field operations and monitoring.
• Collection of monitoring data on a daily basis during ground truthing, bamboo planting and maintenance activities.
• Train EPBR supervisors, community, and workers on how to care for the Bamboo plants.
• Community Engagement: Attend meetings with stakeholders, including handling conflict resolution. 
• Adapt to new challenges and learn new skills
• Perform other tasks requested by the project. as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Advanced Diploma in Forestry, Agroforestry, Agriculture or related fields.
• Strong group facilitation and training skills.
• Ability to use smart mobile phone applications
• Computer literate in Word and Excel software
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda.
• A desire to be working hands-on in the field – rain or shine.
• A valid motorcycle driving license with a clean driving record is a MUST.
• Candidates from the project area of operation (Muhanga, Ruhango, Karongi, Ngororero and Nyamagabe districts) are highly encouraged to apply.
• Woman candidates are encouraged to apply.

Working experience:

• Minimum two years’ work experience in forestry/agroforestry and rural livelihood programs.
• Knowledge of the bamboo plantation is an added advantage.

Application Process:

The submission of a CV, cover letter expressing their interest in the position and how their background meets the requirements of the role and driving license class A through this email:hemmerance@ecoplanetbamboo.com. Only qualified candidates will be responded to.