Programmes Manager Community Technology Development Trust , Zambia

Community Technology Development Trust (CTDT) is non-profit developmental organization that strives to contribute to improved rural livelihoods through the promotion of sustainable production and development systems while paying attention to conserving agro-biodiversity and maintaining the environment and natural resources.

CTDT seeks to employ a Programmes Manager to be based in Lusaka and will be responsible for managing all CTDT programmes in the country.

Requirements for vacancy

• Must possess a Grade Twelve Certificate.
• Must possess a minimum of Masters Degree in Agriculture or related developmental discipline. A Bachelors Degree with no less than 10 years’ experience in agricultural programmes may be considered.
• Proven experience of working with small scale farmers and a diverse staff.
• Provide leadership to the project implementing team that may also include other partners and stakeholders.
• Must be knowledgeable in agroecology, agrobiodiversity and climate change and relate these to rural livelihoods
• Must have ability to develop project proposals.
• Must be computer literate and proficient in MS Office.
• Must Possess a clean vehicle driving licence.
• Must possess good communication skills multi-lingual dialect ability is an advantage.
• Must possess ability to analyse data for reporting.
• Must be able to work under minimum supervision and will report to the Director.

Applications must be accompanied by Curriculum Vitae and copies of relevant certificates and identification documents. Women are especially encouraged to apply.