Uganda Agroforestry Lead (Fixed-Term)

About the Role

The Agroforestry Lead position at One Acre Fund is pivotal in enhancing agricultural productivity among smallholder farmers in Uganda. This role focuses on coordinating the entire tree production cycle, ensuring that farmers receive quality seedlings in a timely manner. In the initial months, you will establish relationships with various stakeholders, manage production schedules, and oversee nursery operations while gaining a comprehensive understanding of the organization’s supply chain processes. Your contribution will directly impact the livelihoods of thousands of farmers, making it a crucial role in our mission to improve agricultural outcomes in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for managing the comprehensive tree production calendar, ensuring that all milestones are met, from planning to distribution and beyond.
• Your role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams including Product Innovations, Supply Chain, and Regional Leads to maintain alignment and address any production challenges that arise.
• Overseeing nursery production will be essential, which includes timely setup, continuous supervision, and implementing necessary interventions to achieve production targets.
• You will collaborate with the Data & Analytics Lead to develop dashboards for monitoring production metrics and translating data insights into actionable updates and plans.
• Ensuring quality assurance will be a critical task, where you will monitor seed quality at various stages and support audits before distribution to guarantee high standards.
• Designing and executing seedling distribution plans will be part of your responsibilities, requiring effective logistics management and strategic route planning to enhance efficiency.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Environmental Science, or a related field is typically required for this role.
• Experience in agricultural project management, particularly in agroforestry or nursery operations, can significantly enhance your candidacy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for effective stakeholder management and teamwork across disciplines.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and reporting is necessary to assess production performance and make informed decisions.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment will be key to your success in this role.

What You’ll Gain

• This role offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in agroforestry practices while contributing to sustainable agricultural development.
• You will build valuable project management skills that are applicable across various sectors within agriculture and environmental science.
• Collaboration with diverse teams will enhance your networking abilities and expand your professional connections within the agricultural community.
• The experience gained in this position can serve as a stepping stone to advanced roles in agricultural management or consultancy, supporting your long-term career growth.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can submit their applications through the following link: Apply here.