Job Summary:

The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is looking for Field Extension Workers for 8-month contracts to carry out agricultural development projects, teach farmers how to use sustainable methods, and gather field data in several districts in Uganda.

What the job is about

Job Title: Field Extension Workers (FEWs)

Organization: International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC)

Location: Several districts in Uganda, including the Rwenzori, Kigezi, and Mt. Elgon areas

Contract Duration: Eight months, from November 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026

About the Group:

IFDC is a worldwide group that works to make farming more productive and food more secure by using environmentally friendly fertilizers and new farming technologies. IFDC works in Africa, Asia, and Latin America to improve food security by using market-based solutions and public-private partnerships. They are experts in soil health and crop nutrition.

Duty Stations:

Bunyangabu, Kabarole, Kasese, and Kigezi in the Rwenzori Region
Kabale, Rukiga, Rubanda, and Kisoro in the Kabale region
Mbale, Bulambuli, Kapchorwa, Kween, and Bukwo in the Mt. Elgon region

Roles, Duties, and Responsibilities

Use Participatory Integrated Plans (PIP) at the community and family levels.
Teach farmers about Good Agricultural Practices and Integrated Soil Fertility Management.
Teach people about nutrition, how to handle crops when they are harvested, and how to run Village Savings & Loan Associations.
Support and promote market-oriented groups and VSLAs.
Visit farms, manage demo plots, and give agronomic support.
Get the right information and send it in for project monitoring and evaluation.
Help with project reporting and keeping track of farmer adoption
Give farmers regular technical help and advice.
Take part in all training and refresher sessions for the project

Qualifications, Education, and Skills

A diploma or certificate in agriculture, agribusiness, forestry, or a related field
Experience training farmers, getting them involved, and working with communities
Must live in and speak the local language of the assignment area
A strong desire to help rural areas develop and a willingness to work in remote areas
Good communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to work alone with little supervision

Reporting Line:

The Project Field Officer at the IFDC field offices in Mbale, Rwenzori, and Kigezi areas is in charge of this person.

Conditions and Payment:

Monthly facilitation allowance: UGX 600,000, which is subject to a 6% withholding tax.
Performance bonus: UGX 100,000 for going above and beyond monthly goals
Monthly transport allowance: UGX 300,000
Monthly airtime allowance: UGX 70,000
Payment is based on performance and requires the submission of verifiable data