AGRIBUSINESS COOPERATIVE JOBS 2025
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GENERAL MANAGER: +256783140805
MANAGER: +256 704 505189
Key Responsibilities
- Training and Capacity Building: Providing training on new farming practices, such as aquaculture and aquaponics, and value addition techniques to reduce post-harvest losses.
- Community Engagement: Participating in mobilization activities to reach targeted numbers of participants, and conducting parent's meetings to keep them informed.
- Mentorship and Support: Offering agricultural extension services, mentorship, and handholding support to ensure sustainability.
- Data Collection and Reporting: Collecting and reporting data, preparing reports, and maintaining records.
- Project Implementation: Overseeing fieldwork, managing budgets, and coordinating with local representatives and community members.
- Farmer Empowerment: Facilitating farmer registration, developing producer organizations, and conducting internal assessments.
- Logistics and Coordination: Planning and implementing training events, managing logistics, and securing permissions from local community leaders.
- Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting: Addressing issues that arise during fieldwork and finding solutions.
Main Responsibilities
- Advisory Services: Offer advice on crop management, pest control, soil health, and irrigation to help farmers make informed decisions.
- Training and Workshops: Conduct educational programs and workshops to introduce farmers to new techniques and technologies, enhancing their skills and knowledge.
- Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with farming communities to understand their needs and challenges, providing tailored support.
- Research and Development: Collaborate with research institutions to ensure scientific advancements reach the grassroots level, benefiting farmers.
- Policy Implementation: Assist in implementing government policies and schemes aimed at agricultural development.
Key Activities:
- Farmer Empowerment: Build the capacity of individual farmers and farmer institutions to access and control resources, achieving their goals.
- Demonstrations and Training: Demonstrate land preparation, planting, crop management, animal management, post-harvest handling, value addition, and marketing.
- Data Collection and Analysis: Collect and analyze data related to agricultural practices, yields, and farmer demographics to identify challenges and develop solutions.
- Problem-Solving: Provide practical solutions to address issues related to pests, diseases, weather conditions, market fluctuations, and socio-economic factors affecting farmers
REQUIREMENTS : Certificate/Diploma in Agriculture/Crop husbandry/in the related field
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Key Responsibilities
1. Installation and maintenance: Installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation systems, including pipes, pumps, and sprinklers.
2. System design: Designing irrigation systems tailored to specific crop needs, soil types, and climate conditions.
3. Water management: Optimizing water use, reducing waste, and preventing overwatering or underwatering.
4. Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving issues with irrigation systems, such as leaks, clogs, or pump problems.
5. Crop monitoring: Monitoring crop health and adjusting irrigation schedules accordingly.
6. Water conservation: Implementing water-saving strategies and promoting sustainable irrigation practices.
Skills and Qualifications
1. Technical knowledge: Understanding of irrigation systems, hydraulics, and water management principles.
2. Problem-solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex irrigation system issues.
3. Communication: Effective communication with farmers, agronomists, and other stakeholders.
4. Physical stamina: Ability to work in various weather conditions and perform physical tasks.
REQUIREMENTS: Certificate/ Diploma in Plumbing/Water/Irrigation/in the related field
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Key Roles
1. Providing product information: Offering detailed information about various agricultural inputs, such as seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides.
2. Advising farmers: Providing expert advice on input selection, usage, and application to help farmers make informed decisions.
3. Assisting with product selection: Helping farmers choose the right products for their specific needs and crops.
4. Handling transactions: Processing sales, handling payments, and managing inventory.
5. Maintaining shop operations: Ensuring the shop is well-organized, clean, and stocked with necessary inputs.
Benefits to Farmers
1. Expert advice: Agro input shop attendants provide farmers with expert advice, helping them make informed decisions about input selection and usage.
2. Access to quality products: Attendants ensure that farmers have access to quality agricultural inputs, improving crop yields and productivity.
3. Personalized support: Attendants provide personalized support, helping farmers address specific challenges and needs.
REQUIREMENTS:Certificate/Diploma Agro Sales/in the related field
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Key Responsibilities
1. Record-keeping: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of meetings, decisions, and transactions.
2. Communication: Handling correspondence, emails, and phone calls on behalf of the cooperative.
3. Meeting coordination: Organizing meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes.
4. Document management: Managing and maintaining documents, such as bylaws, policies, and procedures.
5. Membership management: Maintaining membership records, processing membership applications, and communicating with members.
6. Financial administration: Assisting with financial tasks, such as bookkeeping, invoicing, and payment processing.
7. Compliance: Ensuring the cooperative complies with relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
Administrative Tasks
1. Data entry: Entering data into computer systems, spreadsheets, or databases.
2. Filing: Maintaining physical and digital files, ensuring easy access to information.
3. Reporting: Preparing reports on cooperative activities, finances, and membership.
4. Correspondence: Responding to inquiries, requests, and complaints from members, stakeholders, or external parties.
Interpersonal Skills
1. Communication: Effective communication with members, board members, and external stakeholders.
2. Customer service: Providing excellent service to members, responding to their queries and concerns.
3. Teamwork: Collaborating with other staff members, board members, and committee members
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors Degree in Secretariat/Office Admin/ in the related field
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Daily Tasks
1. Monitoring temperature and humidity: Ensuring optimal conditions for plant growth.
2. Watering and irrigation: Managing water supply and irrigation systems.
3. Pruning and grooming: Maintaining plant health and appearance.
4. Pest and disease management: Identifying and addressing potential issues.
Maintenance and Upkeep
1. Greenhouse maintenance: Performing routine checks and repairs on equipment and structures.
2. Cleaning and sanitation: Maintaining a clean and hygienic environment.
3. Supply management: Managing inventory of supplies, such as seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides.
Support and Assistance
1. Assisting with plant propagation: Helping with seed starting, transplanting, and other propagation tasks.
2. Supporting research and experimentation: Assisting scientists, researchers, or other staff with experiments and projects.
3. Providing general support: Helping with daily tasks and operations within the greenhouse.
Other Responsibilities
1. Record-keeping: Maintaining accurate records of plant growth, climate conditions, and other relevant data.
2. Safety protocols: Following safety guidelines and protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
3. Collaboration and communication: Working with other team members, such as growers, researchers, or managers, to achieve common goals.
REQUIREMENTS:Certificate/Diploma in Agriculture/Horticulture/in the related field.
Send the required Information to this email please "gr.kfcs@gmail.com"