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Broodstock Supervisor job at Yalelo (U) Limited | Apply Now
Buikwe, Uganda
Full Time
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About the Organisation
YALELO is a leading aquaculture company focused on sustainably producing high-quality fish and providing nutritious, affordable protein to consumers across Africa. With a mission to promote food security and create long-term value in the agricultural and aquaculture sectors, YALELO has earned recognition for its innovative farming practices and commitment to sustainable development. Known for its integrity and customer-first approach, the company fosters a work culture centered on inclusivity, collaboration, and a passion for innovation, offering employees opportunities for personal growth, training, and advancement in a supportive environment.
Founded with the goal of transforming Africa's aquaculture industry, YALELO has evolved into a dynamic force in the market, utilizing cutting-edge technology and sustainable business practices to optimize its production processes and ensure long-term profitability. The company’s business model revolves around the responsible farming of tilapia, and its reach extends across several African countries, contributing to job creation and economic growth. YALELO is guided by core values of sustainability, transparency, and community engagement, and actively contributes to corporate social responsibility through environmental stewardship, community development, and promoting healthy eating. For more information, visit www.yalelo.com.
Job Title
Broodstock Supervisor job at Yalelo (U) Limited
Yalelo (U) Limited
Job Description
Job Title: Broodstock Supervisor
Organisation: Yalelo (U) Limited
Duty Station: Buikwe, Uganda
Background
Broodstock is the backbone of any successful animal production business venture. That is why broodstock production and management are crucial to the sustainability of an aquaculture farm. The Yalelo broodstock section is part of the hatchery department and it’s tasked to produce and maintain genetically diverse and robust breeding candidates. Relatedly, it’s also tasked to produce good quality fry at a sustained rate throughout the year to fuel production and expansion of the business. The broodstock section is also responsible for the continuous genetic improvement of the YU tilapia stocks under the selective breeding program at the Butembe site and maintenance of the broodstock bank at the Mukono site.
Job Summary:
The primary role of the broodstock supervisor shall be but not limited to overseeing/supervising the execution of broodstock activities with major emphasis on broodstock transfers, feeding, and the selective breeding program at the lake.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Broodstock transfers
Plan process flow and execution of broodstock transfers “within”, “from, and to” both Butembe and Mukono hatcheries.
Plan manpower and logistical requirements for every broodstock activity and liaise with the team lead for any non-conformances as stipulated in the Broodstock transfer SOP.
Ensure strict adherence to the broodstock transfer SOP and hold team members accountable for any non-conformances.
Conduct routine refresher training in fish handling for the transfer technicians
Selective breeding program activities
Timely plan and communicate to the human resource department for the required manpower to execute broodstock at the lake.
Plan and coordinate all the required logistics with the lake services department before execution of the planned broodstock activity.
Oversee/supervise broodstock sexing and selection activities ensuring more than 95% accuracy and less than 2% mortalities after handling.
Conduct routine training (refreshers) for the sexing and selection team in sex identification and fish handling.
Broodstock feeding and feed management
Supervise/ oversee in-production broodstock feeding to ensure satiation for maximized spawning activity.
Supervise/oversee future broodstock feeding to ensure satiation for maximized growth rates and more than 75% hatchery survivability.
Ensure proper feed dispensation and rationing for future broodstock and stock management. This should include weekly feedstock takes and proper storage.
Water Quality and Biosecurity Management
Monitor water quality measurements as reported by the water quality team visa vie the fish behaviour and provide constructive feedback to the water quality team.
Participate in the supervision of every broodstock pond preparation activities
Ensure strict adherence to set biosecurity protocols/ practices by YU members when accessing broodstock ponds/workstations
Other responsibilities
Plan and conduct monthly broodstock sampling and stock take at both Butembe and Mukono hatcheries.
Plan and coordinate delivery of supplies to the Mukono hatchery.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in fisheries and aquaculture from a recognized institution
Basic knowledge of fish/animal breeding and genetics
At least 2 years of experience in fish husbandry, transfers, and handling
Proficiency in tilapia sex identification/sexing
Ability to swim
Demonstrated ability to manage and lead a team of both skilled and unskilled workforce
Demonstrated ability to communicate both written and orally
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Point to note
The purpose of this job description is to indicate the general level of duties and responsibilities of the position. The detailed duties may vary occasionally without changing the general character or level of responsibility. You may also be required to assist other sections in the hatchery when it arises.
How to Apply
Please send the application, CV & academic documents as one pdf document to: careers@yalelo.ug
Deadline: 5th May 2025.
Yalelo Uganda is an equal opportunities employer. All candidates who meet the requirements are highly encouraged to apply. Yalelo Uganda doesn’t solicit any monies at any stage of the recruitment process.
