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Call for Trainer of Trainees(ToTs) - Eastern Uganda (Busoga, Bugishu, Sebei) tender at Kilimo Trust
Posted by: great-volunteer
Posted date: 2026-Feb-22
Location:
Unit: To enhance post-harvest handling practices in the bean, maize, and rice value chains in Eastern Uganda, specifically in Busoga, Bugisu & Sebei regions.
Reports To: Program Assistant
Location 1: KT Uganda – Busoga Region
Location 2: KT Uganda – Bugishu Region
Location 3: KT Uganda - Sebei Region
Purpose: To enhance post-harvest handling practices in the bean, maize, and rice value chains in Eastern Uganda, specifically in the Sebei, Bugisu, and Busoga regions. This initiative aims to equip farmers with the skills and knowledge necessary to improve their post-harvest management, thereby boosting the quantity and quality of produce, reducing losses, and contributing to an increase in the volume traded Willingness to work in remote location Scope of Work
The trainer of trainees (ToT) will be required to:
a) Train 550 Farmers, including youth and women on innovative post-harvest handling (PHH) techniques for beans, maize and rice ensuring that each farmer receives training on PHH for at least 2 of these crops. Additionally provide translation services as needed to ensure clear understanding among local participants.
b) Submit Monthly progress reports to the field supervisor
Qualifications:
a) Holder of a Diploma in Agriculture with at least one year of practical experience in agricultural extension. A bachelor’s degree is an added advantage.
b) Proven experience in conducting farmer training, especially in post-harvest handling and quality grain standards.
c) Knowledge of PHH practices for Maize, Beans and Rice
d) Experience in community mobilization and engagement, particularly with smallholder farmers.
e) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts in simple, local language.
f) Fluent in any of the local languages: Lusoga, Lumasaba, or Kupsabiny.
g) Strong report writing skills.
Duration of the Assignment
This assignment is for two months, commencing in the 4th week of June 2025.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates are requested to submit their application documents electronically through our KT Online Application System. The application should include:
a) A cover letter
b) An updated CV
c) Two reference letters from previous similar assignments
The deadline for submission is 5:00 p.m. (COB) on Thursday, 19th June 2026. Applicants must indicate their current district of residence in the application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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