AGAKHAN FOUNDATION (U) CLIMATE RESILIENCE INITIATIVE 2024
The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) an agency of the Aga khan Development network (AKDN) is committed to fostering sustainable and resilient communities. As part of our ongoing efforts to promote environmental stewardship and sustainable agricultural practices, we are seeking passionate, pragmatic and motivated individuals to join us as Green Champions in our upcoming Regenerative Agriculture initiatives in Uganda. The individuals should be residents in the districts of Kampala, Jinja, Masaka, Mukono, Wakiso, Mpigi and Mbale.
About the Role: As a Green Champion, you will play a pivotal role in supporting and promoting regenerative agriculture activities. This includes working closely with farmers, community groups, and stakeholders to implement sustainable practices that enhance soil health, increase biodiversity, and improve the livelihoods of local communities. You will be trained in the AKF regenerative agriculture practices, which you will be required to use during one-on-one practical sessions with farmers (Coaching) to help them better understand the practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Community engagement: Work with local communities to raise awareness and advocate for regenerative agricultural practices.
- Training & support: Assist in delivering training sessions to farmers on sustainable farming techniques.
- Monitoring & evaluation: Help monitor the progress of regenerative agriculture projects and contribute to impact assessments.
- Innovation & advocacy: Support the development and promotion of innovative solutions that enhance regenerative agriculture and environmental conservation.
- Data collection and reporting: Be main ground person collecting any data that may be required and give periodical reports on the progress of all activities
Who Should Apply: We are looking for individuals who are:
- Young individuals with a Diploma or Degree in horticulture or agriculture, hence a fundamental understanding of the agriculture principles and practices
- Individuals with strong communication skills. The learning process is a two-way dialogue between the GC and the farmer, where solutions are co-created rather than dictated.
- Passionate about environmental conservation and sustainable agriculture.
- Eager to make a positive impact in rural communities.
- Willing to learn and adapt to new agricultural techniques.
- Able to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people.
- Ready to take on challenges and drive meaningful change.
- Individuals willing to work on the ground with communities daily.
Qualifications:
- A background (Diploma or Degree) in agriculture, Horticulture, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience in community work or agriculture projects is an asset.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Computer literacy, especially the Microsoft packages of word, excel and power point
- Ability to work with data collection tools, to collect data and perform basic analyses and interpretation
- Willingness to travel and work in rural areas.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause and make a lasting impact.
- Gain valuable experience in regenerative agriculture and community development.
- Work with a team of dedicated professionals and community leaders.
- Good remuneration for the services offered.
How to apply
Interested candidates are requested to submit a PDF format cover letter, an updated CV and the names and contact details of three professional referees by 1st October 2024.
This is a local call.
Applications should be submitted by 4:30pm EAT to ugandaoperations@akdn.org.
AKF is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is Committed to Safeguarding and Promoting the Welfare of Children and Vulnerable Adults and Expects all Staff and Partners to Share this Commitment.
The Aga Khan Foundation is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (www.akdn.org)