Country: Uganda
Closing date: 05 Mar 2018
Background and Context
The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) is a not-for-profit organisation that facilitates and promotes public/private partnerships to access, develop, adapt and deliver appropriate agricultural technologies for sustainable use by smallholder farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa. It is headquartered in Nairobi, and its mandate covers sub-Saharan Africa. Since its inception in 2003, AATFs project portfolio has grown to ten (10) active projects, which are at various phases of implementation. More information about AATF is available at wvvw.aatf-africa.org
Key duties and responsibilities
· Oversee all field work in Uganda, including monitoring activities to ensure timely delivery of milestones.
· Assist in formulation and implementation of detailed field work plans, including clearly defined milestones and timelines.
· Facilitate collection and analysis of field information and data, including, on-farm and on-
Desired Candidate Profile
· At least a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural or related sciences from a recognized University.
· At least3 years’ experience in field work involving varietal assessment, release and registration and seed marketing in Uganda
How to apply:
Submission of Applications
Application details are available on our website at https://aatf-africa.org/vacant-position-project-officer-No-2018/002 and qualified candidates are invited to send their applications on orbefore 5th March 2018.
AATF is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equity within the organisation. Please note Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualifications.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.