Agroforestry and Conservation Associate

Working at Vitara

Welcome to Vitara, a social enterprise committed to creating sustained income and impact for rural people in West Africa. We are a Dutch-Ghanaian scale-up that is passionate about driving economic growth and social development for smallholder farmers in rural communities in West-Africa. We believe that by empowering individuals to create their own livelihoods, we can make a lasting difference in their lives and communities. At Vitara, we value diversity and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

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Information

Location: Wa, Upper West Region, Ghana

Work Schedule: National Service & Graduate Trainee

Start Date: November 2, 2026

Period: One (1) year

What does our software do?

Main Duties

Oversee daily nursery operations, including seed sowing, watering, transplanting, labelling, and pest control
Make sure all cultural practices are carried out properly and on schedule
Arrange seedlings in the nursery to make the best use of space
Keep the site clean and orderly, and manage water efficiently
Make sure seedlings are raised to standard and distributed to target communities
Monitor seedling health and growth throughout the production cycle
Keep an accurate inventory of seedlings and nursery inputs
Update all nursery data on the company’s data collection platform
Train and supervise nursery representatives in good nursery management practices
Make sure representatives are paid on time
Coordinate with colleagues to carry out conservation activities

Qualification/Requirements

Completed (or about to complete) a diploma or degree in Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Willingness to work outdoors and carry out practical, physical nursery tasks
Good organisational skills and attention to detail
Confident communicator who can train and motivate others
Basic computer or smartphone skills for data entry
Previous nursery, farm, or community project experience (volunteering, internships, and school projects count)
Knowledge of local tree species and basic pest management
Experience with digital data collection tools
Ability to speak local languages used in the project communities

Application Process

Do you want to turn your love for plants, people, and the environment into real, visible impact? We are looking for a motivated Agroforestry and Conservation Associate to run a working tree nursery from seed to community planting. You will raise thousands of seedlings, lead a team of nursery representatives, and see your work growing in the communities we serve.

This is a hands-on role with real responsibility from day one. It is ideal for National Service personnel and early-career professionals who want practical experience in agriculture, forestry, environmental management, or community development.