Program Assistant – Piggery at National Animal Genetic Resources Centre and Data Bank (NAGRC&DB)
- Company: National Animal Genetic Resources Centre and Data Bank (NAGRC&DB)
- Location: Uganda
- State: Uganda
- Job type: Full-Time
- Job category: NGO Jobs in Uganda
Job Description
The National Animal Genetic Resources Centre and Data Bank (NAGRC&DB) is a semi-autonomous agency under the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries mandated to take a leading role in establishing a comprehensive National Animal Breeding Programme in Uganda. The agency wishes to recruit the following;
Job Title: Program Assistant – Piggery
No. of Vacancy: 01
Starting date: Immediately
Duration of commitment: 1 Year Renewable Contract
Salary Expectation: Attractive
Location: Head quarters
Overall Job Purpose:
To support the overall performance of the piggery unit.
Age Limit: 25-45 Years
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
• Participate in the implementation of projects and programs for enhanced piggery reproduction and breeding that ensure the best results
• Participate in maintaining breeding records for data generation and gene repository
• Participate in the care of pigs under the projects and programs including their shelter, health, reproduction, growth, breeding and nutrition
• Apply assisted reproductive technologies and other appropriate measures as developed
• Provide technical support on outreach programs to enhance breeder and farmer production and productivity
• Undertake any other duties as assigned by the supervisors
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
• An honours degree in Veterinary Medicine or animal science from a recognized institution
• Should have good communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
• Working experience in livestock production of at least two (02) years from a reputable organization
Method of Application
Closing date: 10th December, 2021 Address: All applications, CVs and academic documents should be scanned as one pdf file and sent STRICTLY by email to; [email protected]. The email application subject should state the job applied for and addressed to:The Executive Director
Attn: Human Resource/Administration,
National Animal Genetic Resources Center and Data Bank (NAGRC&DB)
P.O. Box 183 Nsamizi Road, Entebbe
NOTE: Only Applicants who meet the criteria specified above should apply. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity to all. PWDs and Female applicants are specifically encouraged to apply. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the above positions, however, ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Any form of canvassing shall automatically lead to disqualification. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
