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Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
About the Organisation
We are LWF Uganda
Inspired by God's love for humanity, we respond to human suffering and challenge its causes. We want to contribute to community development in Uganda through rights-based empowerment for sustainable development. We serve all people irrespective of ethnicity, gender, religion, race or political conviction.
Job Title
Production Assistant job at Lutheran World Federation
Job Description
LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world.
Duties and Responsibilities
Work with the production Officer to initiate and coordinate the planning and implementation of the Nursery Bed activities in liaison with other sections, and ensures optimum utilization of project resources at minimum cost.
In conjunction with the Production Officer, liaise with and work in cooperation with the relevant local authorities, local community leaders, relevant civil society and non-governmental organizations, collaborating/implementing partners, and other stakeholders where appropriate to achieve the Nursey Bed objectives, and facilitate project implementation.
Oversee and improve the daily functions of the Nursery Bed.
Supervise the day-to-day operations of the nursery, including watering, potting, and weeding plants, fertilizing them, and monitoring insect and disease infestation
Monitor weather conditions and pay special attention to hot and dry temperatures.
Create staff work rosters and delegate duties for Nursery bed attendants.
Requesting for nursery bed stock including seeds, soil, stones, fertilizers, shrubs, plants, and trees etc.
Control the inventory of plants and supplies to ensure that there is enough stock to meet demand
Growing plants, trees, and shrubs to use as stock/ Mother gardens.
Create attractive plant displays at the Nursery sites.
Collect and compile regularly field data on Nursery bed activities carried out, and undertake impact assessments using participatory approaches for all beneficiaries to determine the relevance and impact of the project assistance
Assist the Production Officer to prepare periodical work plans and progress/status reports on Agro-forestry project activities and achievements in line with the requirements stipulated in the project documents
Prepare and submit reports to the Production Officer as required and Perform any other official duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Project Officer, the Project Manager, or his/her designate.
Qualifications and Competencies
A relevant degree in Forestry, Ecology, Biology, Integrated Plant Sciences
Good computer skills and knowledge using Microsoft Office programs
At least 3 years of experience in horticulture, forestry, environment
Extensive experience in nursery management and procedures
Experience working on greenfield projects under minimal supervision
Excellent communication and organization skills
Strong hands-on skills
Ability to work well with chemicals and pesticides.
Excellent reporting skills
Mature, pragmatic, and flexible approach, strong commercial judgment
Team player but comfortable working autonomously
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Good negotiation skills
Valid riding permit
Good attention to detail
Rigorous and organized approach
Hands-on, ready to roll up the sleeves.Result-oriented
Strong work ethic
Ability to work effectively under pressure
Knowledge of the local languages (Madi/Arabic).
How to Apply
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