Apply for 3 Agriculture Field Extension Officer/Agronomist Jobs at KRC Uganda

Job Title: Agriculture Field Extension Officer/Agronomist (3 Fresher Jobs)

Organisation: KRC Uganda

Duty Station: Kasese (1), Kabarole (1), Ntoroko and Bundibugyo, Uganda

About Organisation: KRC Uganda is a nationally recognized research, advocacy, and community development organization dedicated to catalyzing positive change. Established in 1996 and registered with the National Bureau for NGOs in Uganda (Registration number S.5914/1956), we leverage meaningful data for effective development programs, empowering communities through understanding their needs.

Job Summary: The Agriculture Field Extension Officer/Agronomist will play a crucial role in enhancing the productivity and sustainability of vanilla farming. This involves conducting needs assessments, mobilizing farmers into groups, providing training in sustainable practices and land management, and facilitating linkages with essential services. Additionally, the role includes maintaining Farmer Field and Business Schools, organizing exchange visits, and participating in agricultural activities at sub-county and district levels.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct needs assessments and design engagement strategies for vanilla farmers and cooperatives.
• Mobilize and profile vanilla farmers into production and marketing groups.
• Train farmers in land use planning, sustainable agricultural practices, soil feeding technologies, and pest control.
• Facilitate linkages between farmer groups and government extension services, financial institutions, and markets.
• Establish and maintain Farmer Field and Business Schools as demonstration sites.
• Organize exchange visits and study tours for farmers.
• Attend sub-county and district level agricultural activities.
• Provide weekly extension services and mentorship.
• Track farmer progress and report to the Project Manager.

Reporting:

• Submit accurate weekly and monthly reports to the Project Manager.
• Document and report challenges encountered.
• Report on impacts and linkages to farmer groups.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture Extension, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in extension work or agronomy, preferably in vanilla.
• Knowledge of agronomy, agro-ecology, and participatory extension approaches.
• Proficiency in English and local languages (Runyooro Rutooro and/or Runyankole Rukiiga/Lhukonzo/ Lubwiisi/Lwamba).
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.
• Motorcycle riding skills with a riding permit preferable.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their applications to the Human Resource Officer at Kabarole Research and Resource Centre-Uganda, Plot 28, Mugurusi Road, P.O Box 782, Fort Portal. Applications must include:

• A signed cover letter
• A resume
• Copies of academic documents
• A copy of National Identity Card
• Names, email addresses, and contact telephone numbers of three (03) professional referees

Applications can be sent via email to humanresource@krcug.org or hand-delivered to KRC-Uganda head office at Mugurusi Road, Fort Portal Tourism City, Uganda.

Deadline: 5th July 2024 by 5:00pm