Vacancy title:
Agricultural Project Officer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Agribusiness, Agricultural Services & Products, Farming & Outdoors, Social Services & Nonprofit]

Jobs at:
Hashtag Gulu

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, January 6 2026

Duty Station:
kampala | Kampala

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, December 29 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Background

The Agricultural Project Officer will lead the implementation of all agriculture-related activities at Hashtag Gulu Initiative, including enterprise planning, training, mentorship, and integration of climate-smart farming practices. The officer will support transforming the farm into a sustainable social enterprise, train youth and community members in agribusiness, and enhance the learning and reintegration experience for SCCY.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and monitor skills training in crop and animal production
• Provide technical guidance to farm staff and youth trainees
• Coordinate seasonal production cycles and demonstration plots
• Ensure the farm meets UVTAB training and assessment standards
• Document outcomes and support knowledge sharing
• Engage stakeholders, including extension workers, parents, and local leaders
• Uphold child protection and safeguarding principles in all activities

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field from a recognised institution
• At least 3 years of hands-on agricultural programming experience
• Experience working with youth or vulnerable communities
• Familiarity with climate-smart agriculture, social enterprises, and VSLAs
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills
• Fluent in Luo and able to ride a motorcycle with a valid riding permit.

Note:

• Late submissions will not be considered
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
• By applying, candidates consent to the processing of their personal data for recruitment purposes only

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
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How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and a detailed CV clearly indicating the position they are applying for, no later than 5:00 PM on 6th January 2026

Note:

• Late submissions will not be considered
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
• By applying, candidates consent to the processing of their personal data for recruitment purposes only

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