Research Technician Job Vacancy at NARO in Uganda

Job Title: Research TechnicianTasks and Responsibilities• Prepare for and conduct planting, field maintenance, data collection and harvesting• Assist in computer related activities and provide support for breeding and field testing activities• Supervise and train tempolary employeesRequired Skills/ Experience:• Diploma in Agriculture related discipline• Certificate of training related to field operations will be an added advantage• Previous experience in trial planting• How to Apply:Interested persons with the above requirements should submit hand written applications together with detailed CV giving day time telephone numbers of 3 referees as well as copies of professional certificates and transcripts to The DirectorNational Crops Resources Research Institute(NaCRRI)P.O box 7084, KampalaDeadline:...

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Jobs at NARO in Uganda- Research Assistant

Job title: Research Assistant for AGRA projectThe alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa, an African-led organization that is supporting and working with National Agricultural research Organization to catalyze development and adoption of new crop technologiesTasks and Responsibilities:• Prepare for and conduct planting, field maintenance, data collection and harvesting• Assist in computer related activities and provide support for breeding and field testing activities• Supervise and train temporary employeesRequired Skills• BSc degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Breeding, Horticulture or related fields• Possession of masters degree in relevant field will be an added advantage• Basic understanding of farm equipment maintenance• How to Apply:Intrested persons with the above requirements...

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NARO Uganda Jobs Vacancies- Entomologist

Job Title: ENTOMOLOGIST (1 Position) USAID-Feed the FutureNational Agricultural Research Organization is implementing a public-private partnership project with international, regional and local institutions on water efficient maize for Africa (WEMA). Job Description: National Agricultural Research Organization is implementing a public-private partnership project with international, regional and local institutions on water efficient maize for Africa (WEMA). The project aims to improve food security and rural livelihoods among small-scale maize producers in Africa by developing drought tolerant-hybrid maize varieties. This Project is funded through African Agricultural Technology Foundation by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Howard Buffet Foundation. Feed the Future initiative of USAID...

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Jobs at NARO in Uganda- Plant Breeder

Job Title: PLANT BREEDER (Maize) WEMA & PLANT BREEDER USAID-Feed the FutureNational Agricultural Research Organization is implementing a public-private partnership project with international, regional and local institutions on water efficient maize for Africa (WEMA). Duration: Job Description: National Agricultural Research Organization is implementing a public-private partnership project with international, regional and local institutions on water efficient maize for Africa (WEMA). The project aims to improve food security and rural livelihoods among small-scale maize producers in Africa by developing drought tolerant-hybrid maize varieties. This Project is funded through African Agricultural Technology Foundation by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Howard Buffet Foundation....

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Jobs at International Organization for Migration in Uganda

Job title: Qualitative Researcher (Consultancy), kampalaClosing Date: Monday, 05 March 2012VN 02/02/012Position Title Qualitative Researcher (Consultant) Number of Positions multiple Duration of Assignment Six months Duty Station Karamoja, Uganda Starting Date As soon as possible.Background Information – Coordinated Response to Human Trafficking in UgandaThe project entitled, "Coordinated Response to Human Trafficking in Uganda" ("CRTU") aims to bring about a coordinated response to human trafficking in Uganda with a predominant focus on so-called "Karamojong Street Children". Extant knowledge of push factors primarily from the Bakora region of Karamoja include relative disarmament of the region compared to surrounding neighbours, local-level conflict and insecurity, in particular cattle raiding,...

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Jobs at Invisible Children in Uganda

Job Title: Head of Office, UgandaClosing Date: Thursday, 01 March 2012Position Summary:The Head of Office is responsible for leading ICU towards the successful execution of the organization's stated mission through the oversight and management of the strategy, design, implementation, evaluation, and daily functions of all operations in Uganda.Invisible Children Background:Invisible Children is a humanitarian organization dedicated to the protection of and increased quality of life for LRA-affected individuals in central Africa. Alongside these development efforts, Invisible Children educates and mobilizes activists on a global scale to advocate for constructive solutions towards an end to the LRA conflict. Founded in 2004, the organization is headquartered in San Diego, California, with program...

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Jobs at Sugar Corporation of Uganda Ltd- Plant Operator

Job title: PLANT OPERATOR. (3 Vacancies)Sugar Corporation of Uganda Limited – Posted by The Uganda Jobs – Lugazi, Central Region, UgandaJob DescriptionSugar Corporation of Uganda Limited is part of Mehta Group of Companies and one of the leading producers of mill white Sugar in the Country. It’s located at 45kms on Kampala – Jinja Highway, just within the vicinity of Lugazi Town Council – Buikwe District.PLANT OPERATOR. (3 Vacancies)a) Qualification : Diploma in Food Processing and Technology/Industrial Chemistry.b) Experience : 2 years in the manufacturing industry.How to ApplyHandwritten application with a detailed C. V and photocopies of Academic Certificates/Testimonials, names and address of 2(two) referees, letter of recommendation from the previous employer and telephone contact should...

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Sugar Corporation of Uganda Ltd Jobs - Incharge

Job Title: ASST IN-CHARGE EFFLUENT TREATMENT PLANTSugar Corporation of Uganda Limited – Posted by The Uganda Jobs – Lugazi, Central Region, UgandaJob DescriptionSugar Corporation of Uganda Limited is part of Mehta Group of Companies and one of the leading producers of mill white Sugar in the Country. It’s located at 45kms on Kampala – Jinja Highway, just within the vicinity of Lugazi Town Council – Buikwe District.POST: ASST IN-CHARGE EFFLUENT TREATMENT PLANT (1 Vacancy)a) Qualification : Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Engineering andManagementb) Experience : 2 years in the relevant field.How to ApplyHandwritten application with a detailed C. V and photocopies of Academic Certificates/Testimonials, names and address of 2(two) referees, letter of recommendation from the previous...

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Jobs at Sugar Corporation of Uganda Ltd- Laboratory Chemist

Job Title: LABORATORY CHEMISTSugar Corporation of Uganda Limited – Posted by The Uganda Jobs – Lugazi, Central Region, UgandaJob DescriptionSugar Corporation of Uganda Limited is part of Mehta Group of Companies and one of the leading producers of millwhite Sugar in the Country. It’s located at 45kms on Kampala – Jinja Highway, just within the vicinity of LugaziTown Council – Buikwe District.POST: LABORATORY CHEMIST (1 Vacancy)a) Qualification :BSc. in Food Processing and TechnologylMicrobiology.b) Experience : 2 Years in the Manufacturing industryHow to ApplyHandwritten application with a detailed C. V and photocopies of Academic Certificates/Testimonials, names and address of 2(two) referees, letter of recommendation from the previous employer and telephone contact should be. submitted by...

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