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Field Manager/Field Officer Job at Latitude Trade Company (LTC) | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Latitude Trade Company (LTC), founded in 2016 and headquartered in Kampala, Uganda, is a vertically integrated social enterprise dedicated to sustainably increasing incomes and reducing risk for smallholder cocoa farmers by producing specialty cocoa and bean-to-bar craft chocolate at origin. With a strong reputation for ethical sourcing and sustainability, LTC collaborates with over 5,000 certified organic smallholder farmers, providing long-term contracts, training, access to finance, and premium prices for their cocoa.
The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, offering employees opportunities for professional growth in various roles across agriculture, production, and administration. LTC has evolved by integrating advanced processing techniques and expanding its product line to meet changing market demands, emphasizing quality and sustainability. Its innovative business model combines direct farmer partnerships, transparent supply chains, and in-house production to maintain product excellence.
With operations extending across Uganda and growing partnerships internationally, LTC's reach continues to expand, guided by core values of sustainability, community empowerment, integrity, and innovation. The company is deeply committed to corporate social responsibility, supporting initiatives that improve farmer livelihoods, promote environmental sustainability, and enhance community well-being. For more information, visit their official website: https://latitudecraftchocolate.com/.
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Full-time
Deadline:
4 Sept 2024
Field Manager/Field Officer Job at Latitude Trade Company (LTC)
Latitude Trade Company (LTC)
Job Description
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Latitude Trade Company (LTC) is a rapidly growing social enterprise in Uganda sourcing specialty cacao for export and producing bean to bar chocolate at origin. Working with over 5,000 certified organic smallholder farmers, our mission is to sustainably increase incomes and reduce risk for our suppliers while positively impacting the community and environment surrounding our operations. We aim to provide chocolate makers and consumers in East Africa and around the world with the highest quality, transparently sourced and fully traceable Ugandan cocoa products
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Supervise and monitor procurement activities
Training of farmers and training of trainers on agronomy and organic practices
Management of buyer performance and fresh cocoa quality
Planning and managing collection days, including pricing, harvest estimates, transport and weight management
Manage certification activities for 4,000 farmers, including contracting, surveys, trainings, inspections, office documentation, and annual audit
Implementation of Latitude partner programs – agroforestry, financial literacy, digital payments, etc.
Contribute to strategy around establishment of new collection areas for buying fresh cocoa
Regularly visit LTC farmers, communities and collection areas
Proposing community development initiatives that will benefit both LTC and its farmers
Hosting of LTC customers, investors, donors and development partners as necessary
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Several years of experience working in field operations, preferably within the agricultural, cocoa, or food production industry.
Proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role, demonstrating leadership and team management skills for the Field Managers
Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with team members, stakeholders, and senior management.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address operational
Knowledge of Organic, Fair Trade, and UTZ certification programs
Previous experience overseeing field activities and training
Willingness to live and work in rural area for extended periods
Remuneration & Benefits
Competitive monthly salary
Personal health expense coverage
21 days of annual leave plus public holidays
Coverage of all work-related travel
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