Job Title: Hub Plantation Manager – 2 Positions
Organisation: Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries
Project Name: National Oil Palm Project (NOPP)
Duty Station: Masaka, Uganda
Other Locations: Mayuge
About Organisation:
The Government of Uganda (GoU) has received a loan from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) towards financing a ten-year National Oil Palm Project (NOPP). The project is being implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) as the Lead Project Agency, in partnership with other agencies, private sector and farmer Organisations.
Job Summary: Reports to the PMU Operations Manager. The Hub Plantation Manager will be responsible for overseeing the successful planning and implementation of the NOPP activites in the Hub including mobilization of smallholder oil palm farmers for oil palm development and other project interventions under Component 2 (Livelihood diversification and resilience) in the Districts under the respective Hub.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: The Hub Plantation Manager’s duties will include the following:
- Lead all key processes of Hub Project planning, budgeting, management, Project implementation, monitoring, execution and reporting.
- Liaise with the PMU in preparation of farmer mobilization guidelines and materials for consensual adoption.
- Provide leadership in the identification and implementation of alternative livelihood activities in the hub.
- Coordinate the establishment of community-driven farmer mobilization and vetting teams in collaboration with PMU.
- Monitor the key implementation processes in the Hub to ensure achievement of Hub Objectives.
- Coordinate the development of database of eligible farmers participating in the smallholder scheme.
- Lead the development of training programs for both the farmers and staff in production methods, technologies, skills conservation and proper land use.
- Prepare and present timely work plans and budgets for approval by the Board and submission to PMU for integration into the PMU Budget.
- Provide timely and accurate reporting of all activities in the approved Annual Work Plan & Budget on Quarterly, Semi-Annual and Annual Basis.
- Set up SOP documents and policies to guide and govern work activities and the use of PMU resources together with the PMU Operations Manager.
- Coordinate and liaise with other key stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of oil palm establishment.
- Act as the principal spokesperson for the Project; disseminate its objectives, activities and achievements and its roles relative to oil palm development in the hub, as authorized by the NOPP PMU.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelors’ degree in Agriculture, Agriculture Economics, Agribusiness, Agriculture Extension or its equivalent from a recognized University/Institution.
- Post Graduate in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness and Rural Development, Management or related field from a recognized University/Institution.
- Computer literacy- Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and other computer applications.
Work Experience
The candidate should;
- Have five (5) years in a large and busy organization involved in Agriculture and Rural Development.
- Have a good understanding of the Oil Palm subsector and be able to lead the technical implementation of the oil palm value chain activities.
- Have experience in working with farmer organizations, out grower schemes and running of agriculture enterprises as business entities.
- Have strong leadership and organizational skills and team management capabilities.
- Experience in Agricultural Extension and/or Credit/Rural financial services and working without growers’ schemes will be added advantage.
General Qualifications
Hub Offices will have the general responsibility for management of Project activities, working closely with the NOPP PMU, District Local Government and Management of BIDCO/Its subsidiaries in respective hubs. The team will ensure that the project is implemented according to the Loan Agreement and within the Government regulations. The Hub team will be responsible for planning, executing and reporting on the project implementation progress in respective Hubs. They will mobilize smallholder farmers to participate in oil palm production. They will provide technical support to the farmers in oil palm production and support access to production inputs by farmers. The team will keep accurate information and data on each of the farmers as required, including general farmer information, acreage, input amounts and value, to mention some.
The candidates for the positions should meet the following general qualifications:
- be a Ugandan Citizen;
- have general knowledge of project and business management with emphasis on work planning, budgeting and reporting;
- be computer literate and well versed with the use of Word, Excel and internet;
- be self-motivated and have the ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision to meet deadlines;
- be fluent in English – written and oral and demonstrate excellent report writing skills;
- possess advanced advocacy, communication and negotiation skills and ability to work as a team member;
- be conversant with rural development strategies and gender equity;
- have a working knowledge of GOU policies, operations and reforms;
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are advised to write application letters to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, attach copies of their Curriculum Vitae and academic documents. The applications should be submitted to the Ministry Registry
Deadline: 17th November 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60