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Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
One Acre Fund is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers in Africa by providing them with the tools, training, and financing necessary to grow their crops more effectively. Founded in 2006, the organization has gained recognition for its impactful approach to sustainable agriculture, reaching millions of farmers across Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, and other countries. Known for its strong reputation and commitment to innovation, One Acre Fund has been recognized globally for its scalable model that empowers farmers and promotes food security.
The work culture at One Acre Fund is dynamic and collaborative, offering employees opportunities for professional growth in a supportive, mission-driven environment. With job opportunities across various departments, the organization promotes flexible work arrangements, fostering a healthy work-life balance. One Acre Fund’s innovative business model combines market-driven approaches with a deep understanding of local farming needs, helping farmers access affordable seeds, fertilizers, and training.
The organization has expanded significantly, with over 1 million farmers benefiting from its services, and continues to evolve in response to the changing agricultural landscape. Core values such as integrity, sustainability, and customer-focused innovation drive the company’s work, which is also supported by its commitment to corporate social responsibility initiatives aimed at improving education, health, and access to financial services for rural communities. For more information, visit www.oneacrefund.org.
Uganda Local Government Relations Assistant job at one Acre Fund
One Acre Fund
The role of the Local Government Relations Assistant (LGR) focuses on establishing a presence of OAF at the Parish, sub-county, and district levels in OAF areas of operation. The holder of this role will also ensure the program’s regulatory compliance and keep the GRP manager informed of legal and policy developments at the local level that have implications for the program. The Government Relations Assistant will be reporting to the Head of Government Relations and Partnerships.
Job Level: JL 4
Location: Mukono, Uganda
Expected Manager: Head of Government Relations and Partnerships
Will this position be managing others?: No
Key Job Responsibilities
Stakeholder management .
Manage local administrator relations from the Parish and sub-county level (LCIII to LC1).
Establish positive relationships with appointed and non-political influential opinion leaders within the communities OAF operates.
Support Field Officers to maintain supportive local champions in the areas OAF operates.
Set up local information networks to gather relevant information for program expansion and field operations.
Represent OAF at local government meetings and non-government events within its areas of operation.
Execution
Organize events and other activities to support the OAF goals, such as government field visits, program launches, press visits, and sub-county meetings.
Liaise with field leaders to prepare and train field teams on government relations protocol.
Maintain updated GR troubleshooting tools to track, and resolve all arising government-related issues.
Report on government and policy structures to help expand the program.
Compliance
Liaise with local government entities(parish, sub-county, and district) that regulate or influence OAF business activities to ensure smooth running of OAF operations.
Process and obtain all permits and licenses required by the district regulatory offices..
Perform research on different compliance issues and share with your manager.
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Top Skills and Qualifications
Bachelors in Political science, Development studies, Social work, or other related discipline
2+ years of experience in stakeholder management: Preference for those who have experience working with government officials and understand government structures.
Experience navigating complexities of the government relations process whether at a village or national level.
Excellent written communication: Experience in proof reading documents and ability and knowledge of ability to communicate effectively to the right stakeholders
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Benefits
Health insurance, paid time off
Contract Duration: 1 Year
Sponsor International Candidates
This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Uganda
APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
Are you interested? Click the "APPLY" button below to submit your application.
For more information reach out to daisy.atukunda@oneacrefund.org
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