Technical Field Expert at Syngenta in Uganda

Job Title: Technical Field Expert-QSL/SY/10/13-1

Employer: Syngenta
 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver commercial trials to build deep understanding of Syngenta product offers and maximize the impact of product launches and the overall commercial portfolio on sales and market share.
• Contribute to the development of training tools and materials to educate stakeholders on new solutions.
• Conduct an agreed number of field trials through all stages from initial planning to completion of final report (including spraying where trials are conducted internally)
• Manage trial sites and demonstration platforms on commercial farms including farmer liaison on site selection and in field trial layout
• Crop expertise: Provide agronomic support to the sales force, key account managers, channel partners and grower customers
• Solution and product launch maximization: identify potential solutions to address grower needs and support new product launches by providing technical input for launch preparation
• Competitor knowledge gathering, gap identification and reporting.
• Manage and deliver close technical relationships with key Distributor accounts & influencers
• Develop product protocols and plans as defined by campaigns and company strategy and lead results interpretation
• Engage in product stewardship activities and reviews

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant should possess a Degree in agronomy or related degree
• Five or more years of relevant experience
• Hold critical internal and external crop expertise across a range of agronomic and market conditions
• Understanding of the role / value of technical information in a commercial environment • Knowledge of field trials techniques in all crop protection disciplines - replicated and demonstration trials - and of quality standards (GEP)
• In-depth crop & product knowledge - labelled and actual use patterns
• In-field technical experience as well as commercial awareness
• Some previous experience of field trials Relationships with key national influencers Critical leadership capabilities
• Develops clear strategies and sets aligned objectives for individuals and teams
• Gains commitment of key reports and stakeholders in a compelling way
• Manages risk and is able to work with uncertainty
• Provides opportunities for learning, development and growth
• Coaches people to connect across functions and boundaries to spark innovation Critical technical and professional capabilities
• Delivers distinctive value proposition to customer
• Understands customer needs
• Excellent communication skills - written, verbal, as well as presentation.
• Relevant national training qualifications is critical
• Data interpretation - conversion from data to use advise / product and service support
• Strong influencing skills
• Analytical thinking
• Languages knowledge: English and Swahili

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified candidates are strongly advised to clearly state and highlight their suitability for the above position, and send their curriculum vitae (highlighting the job reference number) to the Human Resource Manager, Q-Sourcing Ltd Plot 29, Bukoto Street, Kamwokya, Kampala. Uganda Applicants may also send soft copy applications to office@qsourcing.com. All applications should reach the above address. Only successful candidates shall be contacted.

Application Deadline: 25th Oct 2013

Ag-Inputs Specialist Jobs in Uganda at Chemonics International

Job Title: Ag-Inputs Specialist

Employer: Chemonics International

About Us:

Job Summary:

The Ag-Inputs Specialist will coordinate and promote agro-input activities among stakeholders that should eventually lead to improved farmer access to affordable genuine products. He /She will work with various stakeholders to promote improved agro-input usage among farmers as a means of increasing yields and incomes. She/he will also support the emergency of Village stockists through coaching and mentoring and link them to Seed companies and agro Input distributors to improve input delivery systems and create demand for use of quality and genuine inputs at grassroots level. She/he will be required to work closely with the USAID/Uganda Ag-Inputs Activity and other government related programs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and promote models that strengthen relationships between smallholder farmers and input companies (Village agents & traders) to facilitate better access to inputs and output marketing
• Through a facilitative approach increase farmer access to improved inputs (seed, fertilizer, production services and crop protection products) by stimulating demand via demonstrations and awareness that also stimulate competitive input supply chain development and include an exit strategy
• Through a facilitative approach increase smallholder farmers' knowledge about the benefits of using high quality inputs;
• Coach and mentor agro-input dealers to provide embedded services like spraying, farmer trainings, demonstrations and other new business opportunities;
• Collaborate closely with USAID Ag-input and other USAID and Government of Uganda Inputs related programs
• Assist in the establishment of linkages with private sector service providers, buyers, input and supply firms
• Co-ordinate and manage stakeholders meetings and focus group discussions which include both public and private sector Stakeholders.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The candidate must possess a University degree in Agriculture-related field.
• A post graduate diploma/degree in agribusiness will be an added advantage.
• 2 5-plus years' experience working in agricultural inputs or donor funded Agricultural input programs;
• Proven experience in project development new business development
• Team worker / team builder, proven ability to inspire.
• A go-getter who gets things done.
• Excellent communication skills
• Computer literacy skills
• Experience in promoting linkages among actors

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

How to Apply:

All interested and qualified candidates should send their electronic application in MS Word or pdf file with a CV, 3 references and a brief cover letter explaining why they are suitable for the position to: the address provided. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No telephone inquiries, please. Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, and genetic information.

Application Deadline: 25th Oct 2013

Curriculum Specialist at National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC)

Job Title: Curriculum Specialist (BTVET –Agriculture)

Employer: National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC)

About NCDC:

The National Curriculum Development Centre is a corporate body under the Ministry of Education and Sports. It is responsible for inter-alia development of curricula and related materials for various level of education (i.e. Pre- Primary, Primary, Secondary and Tertiary), organizing capacity building courses for stakeholders on curricula and matters related to curriculum.

Job Summary:

The Curriculum Specialist (BTVET –Agriculture) will develop curricula and curriculum related materials.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Initiates and develops ideas on curricular reforms.
• Develops and. prepares subject syllabi, teachers’ manuals, texts and other related curriculum materials.
• Organizes and conducts writing workshops.
• Writes, coordinates and edits curriculum units developed by the panel and other teachers.
• Organizes and conducts orientation courses for teachers.
• Popularizes education in the relevant subject.
• Services the subject panel by planning and convening meetings, preparing working papers and furnishing the necessary data and relevant research reports.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The applicant should possess a  Masters degree in Agriculture or related fields
• Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and a Diploma/Certificate in Agricultural related field
• A qualification in education will be an added advantage
• At least four years teaching experience at a technical college or institution of higher learning and field experience in agricultural related work.

Age: Below 50 years

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

How to Apply:
All applications are invited from appropriately qualified Ugandans for the following posts available for immediate filling at the National Curriculum Development Centre. NCDC is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. 6 copies of: the application letter indicating three (3) referees, a detailed CV. Photocopies of Certificates and Academic Transcripts should be submitted to: The Secretary., NCDC Governing Council, P. O. Box 7002, Kampala. Uganda

Application Deadline: 28th Oct 2013

Director Natural Resources Job Vacancy at National Forestry Authority (NFA)

Job Title: Director Natural Resources


Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supervising the management of natural forests.
• Responsible for the preparation of annual business operational plans;
• Developing guidelines, policies, strategies, systems and working methods to ensure sustainable management of the natural forests;
• Planning and managing budgets for the Directorate as allocated under the annual operating plan;
• Managing the community partnership processes by supervising the initiation, administration and maintenance of partnerships with other agencies and institutions.
• Developing financing and funding strategies for management of Natural Forests in accordance with the NFA Business Plan.
• Oversee, mentor and monitor staff performance.
• Supervising and providing advice to private tree farmers on the establishment, maintenance and tending of the trees.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant should possess an Honour’s degree in Forestry or Natural Resources.
• Postgraduate training in relevant field is an added advantage.
• At least 10 years work experience in a natural resources management environment 5 of which should be at a managerial level.
• Excellent communication skills in listening as well as oral and written communication.
• Possess high level of integrity, resilience and reliability.
• Result oriented with proven experience in networking, resource mobilization and fund raising.
• Strong Interpersonal, self-confidence, team building and organizational skills.
• Age: 35 to 55 years

How to Apply:
All interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should submit their applications, copies of academic certificates & transcripts and curriculum vitae giving full details of applicants education, qualifications, experience (with evidence), present salary, three professional referees, provide postal, email and telephone contacts to the address below;

The Executive Director,
Plot 10/20 Spring Road Nakawa
P.O. Box 70863, Kampala, Uganda
Tel: 031 – 264035/6; 041 – 230365/9
Fax: 0414 230369

N.B: Those who had responded to earlier advertisements and are still interested should reapply.

Application Deadline: 15th Oct 2013

Field Officer Jobs at Ugacof

Job Title: Field Officer

Employer:  Ugacof

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 12th Sept 2013

Ugacof  is a  leading  coffee  Professor  and  Exporter in the region . The  company  has  built  a strong relationship  with the  farmers and  is  continuously  working hard to implement  various projects  that are aimed  at sustaining  and increasing coffee  production  and  productivity  in coffee growing  areas.

Key Result Areas
• Identify potential  farmers  to participate in the  project .
• Organize  regular meetings  for  framer groups and the community to  sensitize  them about  the  project , quality principles, practices  and  standards  required.
• Carry  out  registration  of farmers  and inspection of the  project  guidelines
• Organize  training  of farmer  groups

Qualifications
• A  University diploma  in Agriculture or a related  field.

Skills
• 2-3 years   experience  in an  agribased  company  .
• Ability  to work  independently  with  excellent  output
• High  integrity  and honesty
• Ability  to work in the field  with good  observation  skills

How to apply

All  Applicants  should  provide  copies  of full  Curriculum  Vitae, copies  of professional  qualifications  Certificates  showing  the University grades/certificates  attained  and  3 referees. Applicants should also provide   details of their previous remuneration package and current expectations. Candidates should submit applications by E-mail   only to: reception@ugacof.com .

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Agricultural Economist Job Vacancy in Uganda at ACDI/VOCA

Job Title: Agricultural Economist

Job ID:
997
Location:
Moroto, , Uganda
Category:
Management
Salary:

Job Views:
16
Employment Type:
Full time


Job Description:
ACDI/VOCA   was awarded  the USAID  funded  PL 480  Title II Development  Food  Assistance  Program  called  Resiliency through wealth , Agriculture in Karamoja  (RWANU)  being implemented in Karamoja Uganda .


Job Requirements:
Duties
•    Monitoring and  evaluation of  agricultural  economic indicators  for the   program  , designing and implementing  systems  for monitoring farm productivity , agricultural input costs, change in household incomes, and  market access .
•    The  Agricultural  Economist will perform  economic  analysis on the  impact of value chain activities  on  farming households.
Qualifications
•    A Bachelor’s  degree  in agricultural economics , economics or  statistics .
•    Over  5 years  experience in monitoring  and evaluation of  agricultural  value chain programs  and in-depth knowledge  of financial  or  economic analysis .
•    Expertise  in design and implementation of  agricultural  related  research  and data  analysis  is a plus .


How to apply
Candidates should submit their  application letters   and CVs  to Plot 1 Lomonyang  Close , next to  Tamarind Hotel  Moroto or send to
jobs@acdivocaug.biz
Candidates should  be ready to start  work  in August  2013. Applicants are requested NOT  to attach  certificates or testimonials , file sizes should be less than  1MB. Women are encouraged to apply.

Deadline:  28 / 06 /2013