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Field Extension Workers (FEW) Rwenzori Region - BRIGHT Project - Office of Programs job at IFDC | Apply Now
Uganda
The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is a global organization dedicated to improving agricultural productivity and food security by advancing sustainable fertilizer practices, agricultural technology, and market systems. With a strong reputation for expertise in soil health, crop nutrition, and food systems, IFDC is recognized for its pioneering work in developing innovative solutions that promote agricultural growth, environmental sustainability, and climate resilience.
The organization fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering employees opportunities for professional development, collaboration across borders, and the chance to contribute to impactful global projects. IFDC provides a wide range of job opportunities in research, development, policy advocacy, and field operations, with flexible work arrangements that support both local and international assignments. Established in 1974, IFDC has evolved into a leader in agricultural development, working across Africa, Asia, and Latin America to address pressing food security challenges.
The organization’s innovative business model focuses on promoting market-based solutions, public-private partnerships, and scalable agricultural interventions to improve farm productivity and rural livelihoods. With a global presence, IFDC works closely with governments, development organizations, and the private sector to create sustainable agricultural systems. Guided by core values of collaboration, innovation, sustainability, and impact, IFDC is deeply committed to corporate social responsibility, prioritizing environmental stewardship, community development, and inclusive economic growth. For more information, visit their official website at www.ifdc.org.
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14 Sept 2024
Field Extension Workers (FEW) Rwenzori Region - BRIGHT Project - Office of Programs job at IFDC
IFDC
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
IFDC is a public international organization active in 27 countries in Africa, Asia, and America. IFDC uniquely approaches the global issues of food security and poverty by bridging the gap between research and impact, combining science-based innovations, holistic market systems development, an enabling policy environment, and strategic partnerships to assist farmers and countries to identify and scale sustainable agricultural solutions, including improved nutrient use efficiency. These approaches are needed to boost soil health and crop productivity while reducing the environmental impact of fertilizer use. IFDC translates research into action by using locally driven, environmentally sound, and impact-oriented solutions. With our partners, we seek to close the yield gap, eradicate global hunger, safeguard the soil on which our lives depend, and generate economic resilience for farming households and the countries in which they live.
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Identify and on-board farmers into organized groups called project villages and take them through sessions of Participatory Integrated planning (PIP);
Register farmers and support the cascading of training to generation 1 and 2 households;
Implement farmer support programs, including agronomy and nutrition trainings, farm visits, management of demo plots and input plus out-market support;
Identify potential risks and develop action plans;
Collect and enter data for the BRIGHT M&E system;
Build and maintain effective working relationships with staff, local partners, and stakeholders;
Provide technical backstopping to farmer innovators and other project support personnel at ground level.
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Diploma or certificate in either agriculture, agribusiness, forestry, or a closely related field;
Experience and passion in extension work, farmer/group mobilization and training;
Must be a resident of the above area who understands the local language and the local environment;
Proven experience with running farmer trainings;
Willingness and ability to work extensively in rural areas with farmers.
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