JOB DESCRIPTION – Hatchery Broodstock Technician

Reports to: Hatchery Broodstock Supervisor

Department: Hatchery

Number of Direct Reports: None

JOB OVERVIEW:

Broodstock is the backbone of any successful animal production business venture. That is why broodstock production and management are crucial to the sustainability of an aquaculture farm. The Yalelo broodstock section is part of the hatchery department, and it’s tasked to produce and maintain genetically diverse and robust breeding candidates. Relatedly, it’s also tasked to produce good-quality fry at a sustained rate throughout the year to fuel the production and expansion of the business. The broodstock section is also responsible for the continuous genetic improvement of the YU tilapia stocks under the selective breeding program at the Butembe site and maintenance of the broodstock bank at the Mukono site.

The broodstock technician shall primarily execute/participate in all planned broodstock management-related activities as deemed fit by the broodstock supervisor.

KEY DUTIES:

• Safely and effectively transfer broodstock “from”, “to” and “within” the hatchery as described in the broodstock transfer SOP.
• Dissolved oxygen regulation and acclimatization during broodstock transfers
• Broodstock sexing and selection in the hatchery and at the lake
• Future and mature broodstock feeding and feed management in the hatchery, as described in the feeding SOP
• Fish mortality collection and disposal
• Broodstock auditing and sampling
• Observe and effect biosecurity and housekeeping practices as instructed by the broodstock supervisor
• Any activity/ duty as assigned by the broodstock supervisor.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• A diploma or certificate in fisheries management from a recognized institution is an added advantage
• A minimum of an Advanced level certificate
• Basic mathematical ability
• Experience in fish handling and sexing is an added advantage
• Strong Interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organization skills
• Ability to swim
• Ability to work under minimal supervision

• Safely and effectively transfer broodstock “from”, “to” and “within” the hatchery as described in the broodstock transfer SOP.
• Dissolved oxygen regulation and acclimatization during broodstock transfers
• Broodstock sexing and selection in the hatchery and at the lake
• Future and mature broodstock feeding and feed management in the hatchery, as described in the feeding SOP
• Fish mortality collection and disposal
• Broodstock auditing and sampling
• Observe and effect biosecurity and housekeeping practices as instructed by the broodstock supervisor
• Any activity/ duty as assigned by the broodstock supervisor.

• Strong Interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organization skills
• Ability to swim
• Ability to work under minimal supervision

• A diploma or certificate in fisheries management from a recognized institution is an added advantage
• A minimum of an Advanced level certificate
• Basic mathematical ability
• Experience in fish handling and sexing is an added advantage