Company Overview

Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) is a leading global merchant and processor of agricultural goods. With a history dating back to 1851 LDC is dedicated to shaping the future of agriculture by delivering sustainable food feed and energy solutions.

The company operates in over 100 countries and is committed to innovation integrity and responsible supply chain management

Position Summary

LDC is seeking motivated Field Technicians to implement its Sustainability Strategy with a focus on the Responsible Sourcing (RS) and Stronger Coffee Initiative (SCI) programs. This role is field-based requiring direct engagement with coffee farmers suppliers and local communities to promote sustainable practices and enhance supply chain traceability

Key Responsibilities

Program Implementation: Execute field activities for the Responsible Sourcing program including conducting farmer trainings performing field visits and assisting in the formation of new farmer groups
Data Collection & Management: Digitally collect and manage accurate farmer data including GPS coordinates and farm polygon mapping
Farmer Engagement: Recruit and onboard new farmers into the sustainability program and educate supply chain actors on best practices for sustainable coffee production and record-keeping
Monitoring & Reporting: Conduct internal farm inspections for all registered farmers and provide regular progress reports to the Team Leader
Traceability Support: Promote supply chain traceability by monitoring bulking centers and ensuring proper documentation
Collaboration: Work with external partners to support the implementation of the Stronger Coffee Initiative (SCI)

Qualifications and Experience

Category	Details
Education	A Diploma in Agriculture or a closely related field
Experience	2-3 years of experience working in sustainability certification programs (e.g. Rainforest Alliance 4C) or within agricultural supply chains preferably in the coffee sector
Language	Proficiency in both English and Runyankole is mandatory
Technical Skills	Strong understanding of coffee agronomy and agricultural supply chains Computer literacy including proficiency in MS Office and experience with digital data collection tools A valid motorcycle riding license is mandatory or the candidate must be willing to obtain one immediately
Personal Attributes	Willingness to reside in rural areas close to farming communities Excellent organizational communication and community engagement skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What We Offer

A competitive salary and benefits package
Pension contributions
Opportunities for professional training and career development

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should compile the following documents into a single PDF file (maximum size 3MB):

An application letter
An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Relevant academic documents

Submit your application via email to:

Primary Recipient: Namanya.Obed@ldc.com

CC: Herbert.Mukembo@ldc.com

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Important Application Notes:

The subject line of your email and your cover letter must clearly indicate the specific duty station you are applying for: Ntungamo or Rwampara
The deadline for submission is 5:00 PM on Saturday 27th September 2025

Louis Dreyfus Company