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Field-based Associates (FBAs)

Kilimo Trust

Kilimo Trust (KT) is Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) that specializes in the design and implementation of sustainable agribusiness solutions in Rwanda and across East Africa. Over the past 20 years, Kilimo Trust has worked collaboratively with agricultural value chain actors to co-develop interventions that enhance farm productivity, improve postharvest management, expand access to finance and appropriate technologies, and facilitate entry to local and export markets. These efforts are focused on increasing income and employment opportunities.
 

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Are you a talented individual looking to make a meaningful contribution in agribusiness sector?

Kilimo Trust Rwanda is seeking Field-Based Associates (FBAs) for the districts of Nyagatare,
Kayonza, Rwamagana, Bugesera, Rubavu and Rutsiro Districts.

Kilimo Trust (KT) is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) that specializes in the design and implementation of sustainable agribusiness solutions in Rwanda and across East Africa. Over the past 21 years, Kilimo Trust has worked collaboratively with public and private sector actors to co-develop interventions that enhance farm productivity, improve post-harvest management, expand access to finance, support access to renewable energy solutions and soil regenerative products, and promote access to improved technologies for farmers and private companies. These efforts aim to increase incomes for smallholder farmers and create employment opportunities for youth and women.

Kilimo Trust (KT) is seeking to recruit Field-Based Associates (FBAs) to support the Kilimo Trust team in the effective implementation of interventions that assist farmers, private companies, women, and youth to:

  • Access employable skills and business development services.
  • Improve crop and livestock productivity.
  • Access infrastructure and machinery for production, post-harvest management, and compost production.
  • Link farmers with technology and machinery providers.
  • Engage companies to source produce from farmers.
  • Support due diligence activities for partners benefiting from matching grants.
  • Provide periodic updates on conducted activities and achieved results.
  • Ensure timely reporting of project activities in adherence to the work plan.

 

Qualifications and experience required:

  1. A bachelor’s degree in agriculture, Agribusiness, Crop Production, Animal Production and Rural
    Development.
  2. A minimum of two (2) years of practical experience working with farmer cooperatives, agribusiness
    companies, input providers, providers of equipment and machinery in agribusiness, or other relevant
    stakeholders in agricultural value chains.
  3. Proven experience in stakeholder engagement.
  4. Strong oral and written communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda.
  5. Ability to effectively collaborate with district officials and partners.
  6. Willingness and ability to be stationed in a district outside Kigali.
  7. Ability in use of digital platforms for communication and visibility (X, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram) to support communication, coordination and visibility of organizational activities.

 

How to Apply: online application through https://r-yes.com/recruitment/apply/2

 

 

Document required for the recommended candidate:

  • An up-to-date CV. 
  • Full names and contacts of three referees 
  • Copies of Academic Certificate and Transcripts.

 

Please submit the application documents before 10th April 2026: 00:00am.

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