District Production Officer - Kisoro District Service Commission
Closing: Apr 13, 2023
21 days remainingPublished: Mar 13, 2023 (10 days ago)
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Job purpose:
To coordinate, manage and monitor the production and marketing programmes, projects and activities in the District
(i) Qualifications
• An Honors Bachelor of Science Degree in Fisheries or Agriculture or Veterinary Science. Postgraduate qualification in any of the above fields is a must;
• A Postgraduate qualification in Management or Public Administration or an equivalent qualification from a recognized University/Institution is an added advantage.
(ii) Experience:
Should have a minimum of 9 years working experience in agriculture/marketing Sector, 3 of which should have been served at a principal level in Government or equivalent level of experience in a reputable organization..
Responsibilities
Job purpose:
To coordinate, manage and monitor the production and marketing programmes, projects and activities in the District
(i) Qualifications
• An Honors Bachelor of Science Degree in Fisheries or Agriculture or Veterinary Science. Postgraduate qualification in any of the above fields is a must;
• A Postgraduate qualification in Management or Public Administration or an equivalent qualification from a recognized University/Institution is an added advantage.
(ii) Experience:
Should have a minimum of 9 years working experience in agriculture/marketing Sector, 3 of which should have been served at a principal level in Government or equivalent level of experience in a reputable organization..
i. Coordinating the preparation of Production and Marketing budgets and Strategic Action Plans for the district;
ii. Coordinating the implementation of Government production and marketing policies, programmes, projects and regulations and district budgets and Strategic Action Plans;
iii. Coordinating the delivery of production and marketing extension services in the District;
iv. Providing technical guidance and advice to the administration of the District and District Council on production and marketing issues, programmes and projects;
v. Monitoring the detection and control of the threat and occurrence of pests, vermin and animal epidemics in the District;
vi. Monitoring the use and management of production and marketing facilities in the District;
vii. Promoting appropriate production and marketing technologies and best practices in the District;
viii. Identifying market potential and advising the producers appropriately; and
ix. Providing and regulating Veterinary and animal husbandry activities and related services to farmers.
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