The
New Forests Company is a sustainable forestry company with operations in
Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania. We manage the buffer zone around Nyungwe
National Park and are the largest producer of electrification poles in
Rwanda.
New Forests Company is a sustainable forestry company with operations in
Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania. We manage the buffer zone around Nyungwe
National Park and are the largest producer of electrification poles in
Rwanda.
Our
mission is to become the premier Pan-African, vertically integrated, socially
responsible, sustainable timber company, sh
mission is to become the premier Pan-African, vertically integrated, socially
responsible, sustainable timber company, sh
aring the value we create with our
shareholders, employees, customers and neighboring communities. We are an agent
of change through responsible forestry, timber processing, profitability,
employment, conservation and community development. Where necessary, we
challenge the status quo and established business models, redefine the role of
companies as drivers of economic growth in Africa. See more at www.newforests.net.
The
ideal candidate is ambitious, dedicated, hardworking, intelligent, results
oriented, energetic, honest, and passionate, with strong people skills and an
excitement to learn and grow in the role. Candidates must be willing to
relocate near Nyungwe Buffer Zone on a permanent basis.
ideal candidate is ambitious, dedicated, hardworking, intelligent, results
oriented, energetic, honest, and passionate, with strong people skills and an
excitement to learn and grow in the role. Candidates must be willing to
relocate near Nyungwe Buffer Zone on a permanent basis.
Extension
Forester (EF) – NFC Rwanda
Forester (EF) – NFC Rwanda
Summary
of the Position: this role will implement and scale NFC’s innovative out grower
scheme in partnership with the neighboring communities. The EF reports directly
to the Corporate Social Responsibility Programme Manager (CSR PM).
of the Position: this role will implement and scale NFC’s innovative out grower
scheme in partnership with the neighboring communities. The EF reports directly
to the Corporate Social Responsibility Programme Manager (CSR PM).
Experience:
- Working
on an agricultural plantation, supply chain or outgrower scheme,
preferably forestry - Forming
and supporting farmer groups, business development and/or value chains in
a rural setting - Working
with or managing rural cooperatives and associations - Implementing
community development and livelihood programmes - Project
planning, implementation and evaluation - Developing,
managing and reporting against a budget
Competencies:
- Good
report writing, communication, presentation and research skills - Ability
to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including local
government and community partners - Demonstrable
facilitation, mobilization and training skills - Fluent
verbal and written English and Kinyarwanda; knowledge of French is an
advantage - High
degree of integrity and personal responsibility - Excited
by NFC’s Corporate Social Responsibility model, vision, mission, and
objectives - Good
interpersonal skills, demonstrating diplomacy and tact
Qualifications:
- A
relevant Bachelor’s Degree or a Diploma in Forestry, Agriculture or
Community Development from a recognised institution - At
least three years’ experience in extension/out grower programme
implementation - Ability
to ride a motorbike and in possession of a valid driving licence of Cat. - A Remuneration
and Benefits: dependent on qualifications, experience, and skills of
candidate
