Job Title: Agriculture Intern (Fresh Graduate Jobs)
Organisation: Raising Gabdho Foundation (RGF)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About US:
Raising Gabdho Foundation (RGF) is a social enterprise which works to boost livelihoods of vulnerable households using sustainable approaches and benchmarking good practices.
Job Summary: The agriculture intern is a temporary position for a student or recent graduate who is trained and qualified in the field of agriculture and related areas. This may include a variety of specialties such as agronomy, horticulture, animal science, food science, and agricultural economics, among others.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conducting agricultural research and data collection.
- Assisting with soil management, including fertilization and irrigation.
- Assisting with equipment maintenance and operation.
- Assisting with farm management tasks, such as budgeting and record keeping.
- Providing administrative support to the agricultural team.
- Performing other duties as assigned by the agricultural team.
- Building a professional networking and learning the best practices in the field.
- Continuously seeking feedback and looking for ways to improve and grow as a professional
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Enrollment in a degree program related to agriculture, agronomy, animal science, or a related field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Willingness to learn and take on new tasks.
- Strong work ethic, dependability, and a positive attitude.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Strong skills in data analysis and relevant software is a plus.
- Knowledge of farm management techniques is a plus.
- Experience in using agricultural equipment and machinery is a plus.
Schedule: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Contact: In case you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us at
recruitment@raisinggabdho.org or 0414670394.
How to Apply:
All qualified candidates are encouraged to send their applications, updated CVs and motivation letters to: recruitment@raisinggabdho.org or 0414670394.
Deadline: 9th March 2023