Agribusiness Specialist job at Aimak Agri Link International AALI
Posted by: ugashare-Volunteer
Posted date: 2025-Mar-11
Location: Kampala
Vacancy title: Agribusiness Specialist [ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources , Category: Agribusiness ] Jobs at: Aimak Agri Link International AALI Deadline of this Job: Saturday, March 22 2025 Duty Station: Within Uganda , Kampala, East Africa
Summary Date Posted: Tuesday, March 11 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed Similar Jobs in UgandaLearn more about Aimak Agri Link International AALIAimak Agri Link International AALI jobs in Uganda JOB DETAILS: Key Responsibilities: ⢠Contribute to the design and day-to-day implementation of AALI agribusiness and enterprise development activities. ⢠Conduct Rapid Market Assessments (RMA) to identify viable enterprise opportunities and continuously scan for emerging market trends. ⢠Promote best agribusiness practices, with a focus on women and youth inclusion in value chains. ⢠Support resource mobilization through concept notes and proposal development. ⢠Coordinate assigned projects, ensuring timely delivery, reporting, and impact tracking. ⢠Develop action plans and strategies for successful project delivery, identifying strategic partners. ⢠Engage with stakeholders to secure quality agribusiness inputs and services. ⢠Lead the formation of farmer producer groups/cooperatives for enhanced market access. ⢠Collaborate with the crop production team to support smallholder farmers transitioning into micro-enterprises. ⢠Strengthen rural financial literacy and linkages between producers and financial institutions. ⢠Provide coaching and mentorship for startups and growing agribusinesses. ⢠Document success stories, case studies, and technical reports to support knowledge sharing. ⢠Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor or management. Minimum Requirements: ⢠Bachelorâs degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Sciences, Agricultural Economics, Economics (with specialization in enterprise development and/or marketing). ⢠At least 2 years of relevant experience in entrepreneurial development, small-scale enterprise support, and agricultural marketing, particularly in rural and smallholder contexts. Core Competencies: ⢠Results Focus ⢠Teamwork ⢠Communication ⢠Building Effective Relationships ⢠Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement Technical/Functional Skills: ⢠Experience working in multiple project locations and varied contexts. ⢠Understanding of humanitarian and emergency agriculture programming. ⢠Experience engaging with diverse community stakeholders, particularly in conflict-affected areas. ⢠Proven project management and development experience. ⢠Excellent command of spoken and written English. ⢠Strong computer, communication, writing, and presentation skills. ⢠Willingness to travel to field sites and operate under tight deadlines. ⢠Strong team-building and cross-cultural collaboration abilities. ⢠Knowledge of emerging policy issues in Agriculture, Food Security, Rural Development, and Poverty Eradication. ⢠Experience working with government bodies, financial institutions, private sector, and civil society organizations in Uganda.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
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