Job Title: Agricultural Officer (2 Jobs)
Organisation: Nurture Africa (NA)
Duty Station: Wakiso and Mubende, Uganda
About Organisation:
Nurture Africa (NA) is a Non-Governmental Organisation operating in Wakiso, Hoima, Arua and Mubende Districts. NA is committed to contribute towards the health and development of the most vulnerable children in its areas of operation through high quality education, health care, Children’s rights and Sustainable livelihood programs enabling them to become positive influences in Ugandan society. Its primarily targets HIV infected and affected orphans and vulnerable children and works with their families holistically to enable sustainable change to occur.
Job Summary: The Agricultural Officer will lead the establishment and supervision of demonstration gardens, provide training on backyard gardening, and support nutrition-focused agricultural initiatives in partner schools and communities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain demonstration gardens in Nurture Africa partner schools.
- Train beneficiaries on backyard gardening techniques to improve nutrition.
- Monitor and report on the progress of all demonstration gardens.
- Support the setup of greenhouses and train communities in sustainable gardening.
- Conduct training for Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) on gardening and business models.
- Develop and distribute educational materials on backyard gardening.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in
- Backyard gardening
- Livelihood programs
- VSLA (Village Savings and Loan Association) models
- Formal training in nutrition (certificate or related qualification).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for community engagement.
- Backyard gardening
- Livelihood programs
- VSLA (Village Savings and Loan Association) models
How to Apply:
Submit a 1-page application letter outlining your education, work experience, and why you are best suited for the position.
Include your CV with the application and Email to: [email protected]
Deadline: 30th June 2025
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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