Job Title: Agribusiness Project Officer
Organization: Oxfam
Location: Arua, Uganda (West Nile Region)
Contract Type: Full-Time
Reports to: EFSVL Coordinator
Application Deadline: 30th April 2025
About the Role:
Do you have a passion for agriculture and empowering rural communities? Oxfam is seeking a dedicated Agribusiness Project Officer to lead our Poultry, Piggery, and Solar Irrigation initiatives under the DANIDA SP II project in West Nile, Uganda.
This is a hands-on role where you’ll work directly with farmers, local partners, and stakeholders to improve livelihoods, strengthen agribusiness value chains, and promote sustainable farming practices. If you’re a problem-solver with experience in livestock production and rural development, we’d love to hear from you!
What You’ll Do:
Project Leadership
- Oversee daily operations of poultry, piggery, and solar irrigation projects, ensuring activities align with goals and budgets.
- Monitor progress, troubleshoot challenges, and adapt strategies for maximum impact.
Farmer Training & Capacity Building
- Train farmers in animal husbandry, disease control, feed production, and marketing.
- Facilitate workshops, demos, and peer-learning sessions to share best practices.
- Support women’s agribusiness incubators to boost gender-inclusive growth.
Monitoring & Evaluation
- Track key metrics (production yields, income gains, farmer satisfaction).
- Analyze data, report on outcomes, and recommend improvements.
Market Access & Value Chains
- Connect farmers to buyers for poultry, pigs, cassava, maize, and sweet potatoes.
- Advocate for fair pricing and explore financing opportunities with local banks.
Budget & Reporting
- Manage project funds transparently and submit timely financial reports.
- Document activities, successes, and lessons learned.
Who We’re Looking For:
✔ Education: Bachelor’s in Agriculture, Animal Science, Agribusiness, or related field.
✔ Experience: 2–5 years in livestock projects, agribusiness, or NGO work (poultry/piggery expertise is a plus!).
✔ Skills:
- Strong training/facilitation abilities.
- Knowledge of eco-friendly farming and income-generating activities.
- Excellent communication (written & spoken) and teamwork.
- Proficiency in data analysis and Microsoft Office.
- ✔ Mindset: Self-driven, adaptable, and committed to gender equality.
Why Join Oxfam?
Meaningful Impact: Help smallholder farmers build resilient livelihoods.
Growth Opportunities: Enhance your skills in project management and value-chain development.
Inclusive Culture: Work with a diverse team dedicated to fighting poverty.
Ready to Apply?
If this role excites you, click the button below to submit your application online before 30th April 2025.
Oxfam is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background.
