AfricaRice – Rice Master Training Program (RMTP) 2025
AfricaRice, in collaboration with GIZ/MOVE and its esteemed partners, is thrilled to announce the launch of the very first edition of the Rice Master Training Programme (RMTP).
This initiative will take place from 27th January to 1st February 2025 in Ghana and is set to revolutionize the rice value chain across the ECOWAS region and beyond by building the capacity of experts in the sector.
The Rice MTP is a collaborative effort funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), organized by AfricaRice in partnership with GIZ/MOVE, ERO, JICA, the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) Ghana and others private and public partners.
About the Rice Master Training Programme (RMTP)
The RMTP is a comprehensive three (3) week training programme aimed at enhancing both technical and managerial skills in the rice value chain.
The training will cover a period of 7 months where participants would be in 3 separate sessions.
In between the sessions, there would be “intersession-assignments” where participants would apply lessons learnt.
The programme covers a broad range of topics vital to the sector, combining both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical experience.
Key areas of focus in this maiden edition include:
- Sustainable Rice Cultivation: Learn advanced practices for increasing productivity while ensuring sustainability.
- Post-Harvest Management: Gain insights into techniques that improve the quality of rice products post-harvest.
- Milling and Value Addition: Explore ways to optimize milling operations and add value to rice products.
- Gender-Inclusive Approaches: Understand the importance of inclusivity and promote gender-transformative approaches in the rice value chain.
- Soft Skills Development: Sharpen your facilitation, communication, leadership, and knowledge-sharing skills to become an effective expert in the rice industry.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking training programme that will contribute to the growth and development of the rice value chain in Africa.
We encourage professionals across the ECOWAS region and beyond to apply and take part in this transformative journey.
We look forward to receiving your applications and working together to make the Rice Master Training Programme a success!
Summary of the Rice Master Training Program (RMTP) 2025
- Type: Training
- Duration: Up to 7 months
- Country to study: Ghana
- Sponsor: Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice)
- Funding Type: Fully Funded
- Eligible Countries: African Countries
- Benefits: Accommodation, Transportation costs, Feeding, Practical skills and knowledge
- Deadline: December 8, 2024
Requirements for the Rice Master Training Program (RMTP) 2025
- Open to individuals working in the public and private sectors, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), development partners and institutions that promote the rice value chain in Africa and beyond.
- Applicants must be officially mandated by their host institution and will undergo a transparent selection process based on specific criteria.
- Professionals across the ECOWAS region and beyond are eligible to apply.
Benefits of the Rice Master Training Program (RMTP) 2025
- This training offers a unique opportunity for professionals in the rice sector to gain cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills that can be applied directly to their work.
- The RMTP is ideal for individuals working in both the public and private sectors, including farmers, agricultural consultants, processors and value chain managers.
- Participants will not only deepen their understanding of the rice value chain but will also have the opportunity to network with other experts, fostering regional collaboration and innovation.
Thanks to the funders (BMZ and BMGF) GIZ/MOVE and its partners, the costs associated with the training will be fully covered, including:
- Accommodation and hotel costs
- Meals (lunch and dinner)
- Lumpsum for Transportation
How to Apply
- Interested applicants are invited to apply before the 8th of December 2024.
- Simply click on the link below to complete the application form: