About US:
Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association (UNADA) is the national apex organization for all agro-input dealers in Uganda registered under the NGO statute in 2003. UNADA believes that the private sector input dealers are the engine of growth for the Ugandan agricultural sector and are a prime force behind the modernization of Uganda’s agriculture and the achievement of national food security. Our mission is “to represent, network and empower member Agra- dealers to operate sustainable profitable businesses providing quality agro- vet inputs and services to farmers.” UNADA has over 1,000 members organized in regions and district-level branches. It provides skills development, credit linkages, market development, market linkages, policy and advocacy services to respond to the changing needs of the Agro Input sector.
About DANIDA-DAR Project:
UNADA has received support from DANIDA-DAR (Development Assistance to Refugee Hosting areas) to implement strategic intervention for agricultural production and marketing in Arua, Nebbi and Zombo districts. The main target is to increase the value of agricultural crop production for participating small scale farmer’s by 25% over a two year period (2016-18). The project will work with 1,320 farmer groups in Arua, Nebbi and Zombo districts. The implementation of the project will be in close collaboration with the respective District Local Governments.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· The job holder takes overall responsibility for managing the project and implementing the strategic intervention for agricultural production and marketing in Arua, Nebbi and Zombo districts.
· Prepare quarterly work plans and budgets in accordance with the approved guidelines.
· Ensure that activities are implemented in accordance with the donor implementation guidelines.
· Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly progress reports
· Work closely with the DAR Regional Coordinator based in Arua.
· Work in liaison with the DLGs of the project districts about issues relating to agricultural production and marketing in the respective districts.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The applicant should preferably hold a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences or similar (Agribusiness Management preferred).
· A minimum of four years’ experience in agricultural development work, with two years’ experience in management positions
· Excellent mobilization and communication skills
· Good facilitation, documentation and interpersonal skills
· Fluency in English and the local language in West Nile Sub-region is a must
· Computer literacy skills i.e. MS Office
· Skills in institutional development and strengthening is an added advantage.
· Possession of a valid motorcycle riding permit
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications addressed to the Executive Director, Uganda National Agro-input Dealers’ Association (UNADA) via E-mail to nangulumoses@gmail.com. The application should include the following: a Cover letter, an updated Curriculum-Vitae (including three relevant references) and copies of academic documents.
Deadline: Friday, 8th January, 2016 by 5 p.m.