JOB DETAILS:

The Youth Agricultural Hub Manager will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of YOFCHAN’s Youth Agricultural Hub. These will include overseeing the Youth Agricultural Parks (YAPs), Value addition facilities and the Youth Agri-Investment Fund in Nwoya district. The manager will be reporting directly to the Executive Director.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage day-to-day operations of the Youth Agribusiness Hub.
• Oversee the operations of the Youth Agri-Investment Fund, ensuring proper allocation, tracking disbursements, and maintaining comprehensive records of fund utilization.

• Oversee all agricultural activities within the Youth Agricultural Parks (YAPs), ensuring crops are well planted, grown, and harvested on schedule.
• Oversee the agricultural value addition services at the Youth Agribusiness Hub.

• Support trainings on entrepreneurship to beneficiaries of the Youth Agribusiness Hub
• Prepare accurate weekly reports for the Youth Agribusiness Hub.

• Ensure adherence to organizational regulations, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in In Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Agriculture, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree or other advanced qualifications in these fields can be an added advantage.
• At least 3 years of experience in agricultural management, agribusiness, or working with youth in the agricultural sector.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including the Youth Agri-Investment Fund and agricultural activities within Youth Agricultural Parks.
• Proven ability to oversee projects, manage teams, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proven leadership skills with experience in managing teams and overseeing day-to-day operations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare accurate and comprehensive reports.
• Adapt at identifying issues and implementing solutions effectively

Interested candidates should submit their CV/resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience, passion for youth development in agriculture, and qualifications. Please include references and any pertinent certifications or training.
Deliver applications to office at plot 216, Kisaasi, Kampala, Uganda. For more details contact us at 0783937496