Research Agronomist (1 post)
Location: TaCRI Lyamungu with responsibilities in all six TaCRI sub-stations
Reports to: Programme Manager, Appropriate coffee crop productivity & quality improvement
research programmes continue to be developed & implemented
Key responsibilities:
The Research Agronomist is responsible for Result 1.4 activities as stipulated in TASP II, particularly
addressing sub-result 1.4.5: To refine, fine-tune and package good agricultural practices for new
varieties in diverse agro-ecologies (as a core responsibility) and sub-result 1.4.8: To partner in
evaluating and packaging information on climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies for
coffee smallholders (as a shared responsibility).
Specific functions:
To plan, execute and monitor experiments on coffee husbandry (including pruning,
plant density and shade management).
To plan, execute and monitor experiments on coffee farm rehabilitation (including
replanting, stumping, side-pruning, and grafting).
To plan, execute and monitor activities on horizontal and vertical diversifications to
improve and stabilize incomes of smallholder coffee growers.
To plan, execute and monitor activities related to mitigation and adaptation to climate
change (including liaison with the TMA to ensure that weather data are properly
captured, managed and utilized for the benefit of coffee growers).
To plan, execute and monitor experiments on coffee ISFM, including the fertilizer
requirements of the new hybrid varieties
To prepare weekly, quarterly and annual reports as per sub-results
To prepare progressive reports for Board, TAP and AGM
To perform any other related duties as assigned by supervisors
Specific requirements:
Computer literacy
Familiarity with on-station and on-farm experiments
Design and analysis of agronomic experiments – familiarity with statistical packages (SAS &
GENSTAT).
Commitment to Teamwork and experience working with farmers for impact.
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Ideal candidate will need to have strong understanding of agronomic and extension principles
associated with production and marketing of good quality coffee or any other perennial crops.
Qualification and Experience:
Academic qualification: A minimum of MSc. degree (Crop Science/Agronomy) from a
recognized university.
Work Experience: At least 3 years work experience in research/extension and/or
climatology/meteorology will be an added advantage.
Location: TaCRI Lyamungu with responsibilities in all six TaCRI sub-stations
Reports to: Programme Manager, Appropriate coffee crop productivity & quality improvement
research programmes continue to be developed & implemented
Key responsibilities:
The Research Agronomist is responsible for Result 1.4 activities as stipulated in TASP II, particularly
addressing sub-result 1.4.5: To refine, fine-tune and package good agricultural practices for new
varieties in diverse agro-ecologies (as a core responsibility) and sub-result 1.4.8: To partner in
evaluating and packaging information on climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies for
coffee smallholders (as a shared responsibility).
Specific functions:
To plan, execute and monitor experiments on coffee husbandry (including pruning,
plant density and shade management).
To plan, execute and monitor experiments on coffee farm rehabilitation (including
replanting, stumping, side-pruning, and grafting).
To plan, execute and monitor activities on horizontal and vertical diversifications to
improve and stabilize incomes of smallholder coffee growers.
To plan, execute and monitor activities related to mitigation and adaptation to climate
change (including liaison with the TMA to ensure that weather data are properly
captured, managed and utilized for the benefit of coffee growers).
To plan, execute and monitor experiments on coffee ISFM, including the fertilizer
requirements of the new hybrid varieties
To prepare weekly, quarterly and annual reports as per sub-results
To prepare progressive reports for Board, TAP and AGM
To perform any other related duties as assigned by supervisors
Specific requirements:
Computer literacy
Familiarity with on-station and on-farm experiments
Design and analysis of agronomic experiments – familiarity with statistical packages (SAS &
GENSTAT).
Commitment to Teamwork and experience working with farmers for impact.
2
Ideal candidate will need to have strong understanding of agronomic and extension principles
associated with production and marketing of good quality coffee or any other perennial crops.
Qualification and Experience:
Academic qualification: A minimum of MSc. degree (Crop Science/Agronomy) from a
recognized university.
Work Experience: At least 3 years work experience in research/extension and/or
climatology/meteorology will be an added advantage.
Mode of application:
An application letter in your own handwriting or typed
Fully typed Curriculum vitae
Certified copies of relevant certificates
Full postal address including telephone contact details and e-mail address if any
Three contactable references
Deadline of application:
All applications must reach the Chief Executive Director through the address below (or by email:
info@tacri.org ) by 31 July 2012.
Chief Executive Director,
Tanzania Coffee Research Institute (TaCRI),
P.O. Box 3004,
Moshi.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
An application letter in your own handwriting or typed
Fully typed Curriculum vitae
Certified copies of relevant certificates
Full postal address including telephone contact details and e-mail address if any
Three contactable references
Deadline of application:
All applications must reach the Chief Executive Director through the address below (or by email:
info@tacri.org ) by 31 July 2012.
Chief Executive Director,
Tanzania Coffee Research Institute (TaCRI),
P.O. Box 3004,
Moshi.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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