Short term potato expert- Uganda at International Fertilizer Development Center 171 views0 applications


Position: **Short term potato expert

Project: “Promotion of Nutrition Sensitive Potato Value Chains in East Africa (Uganda).”

Duty Post: based in Mbale District covering neighboring districts in the proximity of Mt Elgon.

Grade: N/A

Duration: 45 month project expected to start latest October 2017. Consultancies will be for a total of 20-60 working days within the project period.

The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is a Public International Organization governed by an international board of directors with representation from developed and developing nations. The non-profit center focuses on increasing and sustaining food and agricultural productivity in developing countries through the development and transfer of effective and environmentally sound crop nutrient technology and agribusiness expertise. IFDC is recruiting staff for an upcoming 45 month project, focusing on interventions in the potato value chain in proximity to Mbale and Mt. Elgon.

Profile:

  • University degree in agronomy or agricultural economics
  • At least 10 years of professional experience in implementing/consulting on agricultural projects
  • Professional experience in Uganda and/or countries in East Africa with similar socioeconomic conditions
  • Work/consultancy experience on topics related to the Irish potato value chain is required:
  • Good Agronomic Practices (GAP) and Farming as a Business (FaaB),
  • Training of farmers (ToT approach, potato seed multiplication and storage, screen house production systems etc.)
  • Proficient knowledge in English is required (at least C1- level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
  • Knowledge of local languages (e.g. Masaaba/Lugishu) is a prerequisite

Key tasks:

  • Provide technical support to the Irish potato value chain including design and roll out of training on GAP and FaaB
  • Provide technical support to the design and implementation of the seed systems training for farmers and research institutions including techniques in production of basic seed.
  • Support specialist areas such as Integrated Pest Management (IPM), development of spray regimes, and locally appropriate storage options.

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IFDC, established in October 1974, is known for its expertise in fertilizers that service developing countries.

IFDC Headquarters and Offices

IFDC opened its headquarters in Muscle Shoals, Alabama on the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) Reservation in 1976. Division offices opened in Lomé, Togo in 1987 and Dhaka, Bangladesh in 1992. Today, IFDC operates four divisions in over 20 countries.

IFDC’s Background

IFDC originated as a private, nonprofit corporation under the laws of the State of Alabama, United States.

In March 1977, IFDC qualified as a Public International Organization by Presidential Decree 11977. IFDC received widespread support, cooperation and backing from the global community for which it was created and continues to thrive upon its successes.

Outgrowth of TVA

When Dr. Donald L. McCune, IFDC’s founder and former managing director, joined TVA’s National Fertilizer Center (NFDC) in the early 1960’s, he recognized the center’s capabilities of contributing to foreign assistance in developing countries. Thus IFDC became an outgrowth of TVA.

IFDC was established in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, in late 1974. Construction of the IFDC complex began at its present site in March 1976. Partial occupancy began in late 1976 and full occupancy followed in August 1977.

Although numerous locations in developing countries were considered, building a site on TVA’s property had several advantages including:

Close proximity to TVA’s Office of Agricultural and Chemical Development, which facilitated the transfer of U.S. technology.

TVA furnished at cost, the materials (phosphoric acid, sulfuric acid, nitric acid, urea solution, etc.) needed for IFDC’s research activities.

Usage of the OACD Library recognized at the time as the best working library on fertilizers in existence.

Access to TVA’s medical facilities.

A contract with TVA for fire protection, security, ground maintenance and other services.

In July 1975, TVA transferred their international staff to IFDC to become the nucleus of the organization.

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0 USD Uganda CF 3201 Abc road Consultancy , 40 hours per week IFDC

Position: **Short term potato expert

Project: “Promotion of Nutrition Sensitive Potato Value Chains in East Africa (Uganda).”

Duty Post: based in Mbale District covering neighboring districts in the proximity of Mt Elgon.

Grade: N/A

Duration: 45 month project expected to start latest October 2017. Consultancies will be for a total of 20-60 working days within the project period.

The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is a Public International Organization governed by an international board of directors with representation from developed and developing nations. The non-profit center focuses on increasing and sustaining food and agricultural productivity in developing countries through the development and transfer of effective and environmentally sound crop nutrient technology and agribusiness expertise. IFDC is recruiting staff for an upcoming 45 month project, focusing on interventions in the potato value chain in proximity to Mbale and Mt. Elgon.

Profile:

  • University degree in agronomy or agricultural economics
  • At least 10 years of professional experience in implementing/consulting on agricultural projects
  • Professional experience in Uganda and/or countries in East Africa with similar socioeconomic conditions
  • Work/consultancy experience on topics related to the Irish potato value chain is required:
  • Good Agronomic Practices (GAP) and Farming as a Business (FaaB),
  • Training of farmers (ToT approach, potato seed multiplication and storage, screen house production systems etc.)
  • Proficient knowledge in English is required (at least C1- level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
  • Knowledge of local languages (e.g. Masaaba/Lugishu) is a prerequisite

Key tasks:

  • Provide technical support to the Irish potato value chain including design and roll out of training on GAP and FaaB
  • Provide technical support to the design and implementation of the seed systems training for farmers and research institutions including techniques in production of basic seed.
  • Support specialist areas such as Integrated Pest Management (IPM), development of spray regimes, and locally appropriate storage options.
2017-04-21

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