JOB DETAILS:

Background

RICE West Nile is searching for a suitably qualified candidate to fill two positions of Agronomist and MEAL Assistant. The Agronomist will be assigned under RICE West Nile’s Resilient Livelihood project funded by AWO International and MEAL Assistant will be assigned to the Strengthening Environmental Accountability Project funded by the Royal Danish Embassy, Kingdom of Netherlands, Embassy of Ireland and Sweden. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply.

Rural Initiative for Community Empowerment West Nile (RICE West Nile) is a registered Indigenous Non-Governmental Organization in Uganda with headquarters in Arua City, located on plot 16 Odaa Road, Block Awudule Crescent. RICE West Nile Continues to make a profound and progressive contribution towards the development of communities in Uganda in the areas of Sustainable Livelihood and Environmental protection, Health Promotion, Skills Development and Research, Innovation and Advocacy.

Position: Agronomist (1 person)

Duty station: RICE West Nile Head Office.

Contract period: 1 year renewable upon good performance.

Reports to: Project Coordinator

Job Summary:

The Agronomist will improve agricultural productivity by researching and advising farmers on soil management, crop production, and pest control. The position holder will analyze soil, water, and plant samples, develop sustainable cultivation techniques, and recommend crop feeding or treatment plans to optimize yield. The successful candidate will frequently work in the field with farmers to implement best practices. A combination of office-based data analysis and significant time spent outdoors in various weather conditions. Occasional long hours during planting or harvesting seasons will happen.

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

This position requires a minimum of diploma in agricultural science, crop science, or a related field. At least 3 years for diploma holder or 2 years for bachelor holders working with farmers or farming products. A good understanding of soil science, plant biology, entomology, and plant pathology is an added advantage.

Behavioral competencies:

This position requires a flexible person with the ability to cope with changing technology, high integrity Strong interpersonal skills to effectively train and communicate with farmers, Analytical, strong problem-solving and a team player. Ability to interpret data and analyze field surveys.

All applications should be submitted as one pdf file by suitably qualified candidates and the application should include the following attachments: a signed motivation letter, most recent CV, Academic credentials, two (2) Recommendation letters directly addressed to HR officer RICE West Nile from your current or previous employer or referees, driving license/permit & identity card/refugee card.

All Applications should be addressed to the

Human Resource Officer RICE West Nile

P.O BOX 481 Arua and must be received by 5:00pm of 3rd February 2026.

Applications submitted after this date and time shall automatically be disqualified