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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
Raising The Village works to end extreme poverty by eliminating immediate barriers of scarcity, nurturing income generation activities and building local capacity, while moving communities toward economic self-sufficiency. We partner with some of the most remote and impoverished communities in Sub-Saharan Africa. These “last mile” villages have limited access to basic services including health and water, operating outside of the economic pyramid. Partner villages survive on household incomes as low as $0.10/day. At these levels, families subsist without a safety net and are pushed back further into extreme poverty by circumstances and susceptible to the smallest of shocks including family illness, poor harvest or inflation.
At Raising The Village (RTV), we are committed to eradicating ultra-poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa. As a rapidly growing international development organization, we are driven by a team of over 270 professionals in Uganda, alongside teams in North America and Rwanda, working toward lifting communities out of ultra-poverty through innovative solutions and data-driven impact. Since 2012, we have positively impacted over 1 million lives, with a goal to reach 1 million individuals annually by 2027. Learn more about our impactful programs at www.raisingthevillage.org.
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Regional Agriculture Officer job at Raising The Village
Raising The Village
Job Description
Position Title: Regional Agriculture Officer
Department/Group: Implementation
Reporting To: Lead Agriculture Development
Years of Experience: 2-3 Years
Location: RTV Regional Hubs (MidWest/North/Elgon)
Travel Required: 80%
The Regional Agriculture Officer will be responsible for planning, designing, implementing, and supervising agricultural extension interventions, including cropping and livestock, within Raising The Village’s partner communities. This position will involve working with the Venn team to assess agricultural needs, supporting the procurement team with supply contracts, and collaborating with program implementation staff and local authorities. The officer will provide technical support on agricultural practices, including composting, organic pesticides, soil management, and livestock care, and ensure continuous feedback for improved program delivery.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Program Design & Innovation:
Support the Venn team in planning and designing agriculture extension activities.
Provide innovative ideas for agricultural programs, focusing on climate resilience.
Review project designs for feasibility and provide feedback as necessary.
Technical Support:
Identify and advise on optimal planting, fertilization, harvesting, and crop storage techniques.
Guide control measures for harmful insects, pests, and weeds.
Provide technical support on emerging agricultural issues, including organic fertilization and pesticide use.
Collaborate with RTV staff and local government officials to support community garden projects.
Facilitation & Training:
Conduct refresher training for RTV staff and local government extension officers.
Lead field training for agricultural champions in each operational cluster.
Develop and update training materials for RTV staff, extension officers, and community members in local languages.
Project Management:
Understand and apply project management principles to ensure effective agricultural interventions.
Monitor and track crop cycles, yield, and harvests across clusters.
Support agricultural reporting and analysis, including feedback on program adoption.
Administration & Coordination:
Attend district and cluster meetings to discuss key agricultural issues.
Submit weekly financial reports and reconcile budgets with the District Head.
Capture and document field data according to RTV data protocols.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
A University Degree in Agriculture Science, Animal or Crop Husbandry, Agriculture Extension, or related fields.
Minimum 3 years of experience in agriculture or community development programming.
Strong understanding of organic pesticide use, soil management, crop, and pest management.
Proven facilitation skills, with the ability to relay technical information to diverse audiences.
Strong communication skills in both English and local languages.
Proficient in Microsoft Office or Google for Work Suite.
Physically capable of hiking on challenging terrain, with the ability to travel up to 80% of the time.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong problem-solving skills.
Raising The Village is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
How to Apply
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Deadline: 28th March 2025
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