Agricultural Research and Extension Trust (ARET)
The Agricultural Research and Extension Trust (ARET) is Malawi’s premier institution in tobacco research, extension and training services. Established in 1995 and funded primarily by tobacco growers, ARET’s core activities include development and dissemination of tobacco technologies and training of tobacco stakeholders to sustain and improve agricultural productivity while conserving natural resources.
An opportunity has arisen for highly motivated professionals with requisite academic qualifications and technical expertise to fill existing vacant posts that have arisen in ARET as follows: –
TECHNICAL OFFICER
Purpose
Assist Scientists and other professional officers implement a broad range of scientific research experiments and activities in controlled and open environments to generate new technologies.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successtul candidate shall be responsible for the following activities:
- Assist Scientists in different disciplines conduct field trials to evaluate and validate new agricultural technologies including crop varieties and production practices.
- Assist in field layouts and implementing scientific experiments to address specific research questions and objectives relating to tobacco and other high value crops.
- Collaborate with Scientists and other professional officers to plan and execute agricultural research projects.
- Train and motivate subordinates including technical assistants and field attendants.
- Assist in data collection from various research experiments and projects as prescribed in the protocols.
- Maintain accurate records of all research trials and experimental data collected from the trials.
- Ensure compliance with international standards for ensuring a safe and secure working environment for all employees.
- Assist scientists and other professional officers in preparing monthly, quarterly and annual technical reports and budgets.
- Assist in developing and implementing crop production plans in line with the company’s mission and strategic direction.
- Assist in preparing and managing crop production budgets, including expenses for inputs, labour and equipment.
- Assist in implementing any other duties as may be required from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma in Agriculture or any relevant field.
- Five years relevant work experience
Mode of Application
Applications including a detailed curriculum vitae (CV), signed application letter, photocopies of relevant certificates, names and addresses of three traceable referees should be sent to the following address not later than 7th November 2025.
Applications should clearly indicate the position being applied for on the envelope
The Chief Executive Officer
ARET
Private Bag 9
LILONGWE
Or email to: recruitment@aret.org.mw
ARET is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving workforce diversity and inclusion. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business needs.