About Omia Agribusiness Development Group

Omia Agribusiness started operations in 2018 after identifying a gap of limited access to affordable climate smart inputs, extension services and limited access to profitable markets resulting in low yields, food insecurity and abject poverty.

Omia Agribusiness sales and distributes smart climate agricultural inputs to last mile farmers through 15 outlets spread across the country. The company has established a network of agents that helps with last mile access and demonstrations of the best agronomic practices and technologies in Agriculture. We have also developed a USSD code *284*173# that helps farmers to access all our services at the comfort of their farms without need for internet or a smart phone. We provide free on farm extension services to ensure farmers succeed in their farming initiatives.

Omia Agribusiness also provides Market solutions for farmers produce by providing market information, buying back farmer output and linking farmers to other off taker eliminating the brokers who often take advantage of farmers.

Project Summary:

Omia Agribusiness Development Group (OADG) in collaboration with six partners (African Agribusiness Incubation Network (AAIN), Agromax, Tropical Institute of Development Innovations (TRIDI), Uganda Rural Development and Training Institute (URDT), Gudie Leisure Farm (GLF) and Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD) as the consortium lead received funding from Mastercard Foundation to implement the Sustainable Inclusive Employment Pathways for Young Women (SIYEP) project.

The SIYEP project is a five-year initiative from 2025 to 2030 funded by Mastercard Foundation, led by AFARD, and implemented by Omia Agribusiness Development Group Ltd. The project aims to empower 70,000 young women between 18-35 years in the West Nile districts of Yumbe, Adjumani, Arua, and Koboko, through targeted skilling in agriculture, entrepreneurship and access to market.

JOB TITTLES

• IT OFFICER (1)
• EXTENSION OFFICERS (23)
• FINANCE AND ADMINTRATION OFFICER (1)
• MONITORING AND EVALUATION OFFICER (1)
• GENDER SAFEGUARDING AND INCLUSION OFFICER (1)
• TEAMLEADER ENTERPRENUERSHIP AND FINANCIAL LITERACY (1)

1. IT OFFICER (1)

The IT officer shall support digital engagement efforts with staff, stakeholders and beneficiaries, ensuring that digital tools and resources are effectively utilized to enhance connectivity, information sharing, and training by optimizing digital platforms, troubleshooting technical issues, and supporting the overall communication and engagement strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the organization’s website, ensuring it remains up-to-date with operations activities, events, and news update content regularly to reflect the progress, milestones, and success stories.
• Facilitate digital engagement with youth groups, including setting up online forums, discussion groups, or other collaborative platforms.
• Coordinate virtual events, webinars, and training sessions to increase youth engagement and information access providing guidance to staff and youth groups on the effective use of digital tools for collaboration, learning, and information dissemination.
• Provide technical support for digital platforms used, including troubleshooting issues on the website, app, or other digital tools ensuring functionality and usability of the platforms
• Regularly monitor digital security measures to prevent unauthorized access or data breaches and implement data security measures to protect sensitive information related to youth groups and project activities.
• Track and report on website traffic, user engagement metrics, and other digital platform analytics to assess effectiveness.
• Any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Job relationship: The IT officer shall be directly supervised and reports to the Project manager and will work closely with the communications officer and other management staff to align project goals with overall business objectives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT support, digital engagement, or website management, ideally within a development project.
• Strong proficiency in website management, content management systems (CMS), and basic web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
• Familiarity with digital engagement tools and software for remote collaboration (e.g., Zoom, MS Teams, Google Workspace).
• Excellent troubleshooting skills with a focus on digital tools, website functionality, and security measures.
• Strong organizational, communication, and technical skills with a focus on user support and digital optimization.

2. EXTENSION OFFICERS (23)

Job Summary:

The Agricultural extension officers shall deliver extension service and training to the farmer groups under the SIYEP project. Each Extension Officer will be responsible for supporting and training up to 16 youth groups annually on sustainable agricultural practices, improving productivity, and enhancing livelihoods.

Key responsibilities:

1. Provide comprehensive training sessions for youth groups on sustainable agriculture, soil health, crop management, pest control, and post-harvest practices.
2. Support groups to set up demonstrations gardens for hands-on training to ensure practical understanding and adoption of improved farming practices.
3. Educate groups on modern farming techniques, including climate-smart agriculture and the use of technology in farming.
4. Serve as a point of contact and support for assigned youth groups, offering ongoing technical assistance and advice on agricultural practices.
5. Conduct regular field visits to monitor progress, assess challenges, and provide tailored guidance for individual groups.
6. Collect and record data on group performance, agricultural practices adopted, and crop yields to measure progress and use data collected to assess the impact of training on the group productivity for improvements.
7. Prepare and submit regular reports on group training sessions, field visits, challenges faced, and successes achieved
8. Foster positive relationships with local communities, building trust and cooperation for successful project implementation as well as facilitating discussions on gender equality and inclusivity in agriculture.
9. Support cross-functional initiatives, such as market access programs, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship training for better outcome.
10. And any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Job relationship: The Extension officer shall be directly supervised and reports to the Project manager and will work closely with other management staff to align project goals with overall business objectives.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Extension, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in agricultural extension services, fieldwork, or rural development.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural best practices, crop production, and climate-smart agriculture.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and training skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse youth groups.
• Ability to work independently and travel extensively to rural areas.
• Proficiency in data collection, record-keeping, and basic reporting.
• Ability to ride motorcycle with a Valid ridding permit.

3. FINANCE AND ADMINSTRATION OFFICER (1)

Job Summary

The Finance and Administration Officer will be responsible for overseeing all financial transactions and ensuring complete accountability throughout the life of the project to ensure effective financial management, efficient procurement and reliable administrative operations . The role also includes managing procurement processes and providing administrative support to ensure effective project implementation and compliance with financial and procurement policies.

Key Responsibilities

Finance

• Manage day-to-day financial transactions of the project. Ensure that financial transactions are in accordance with internal policies and procedures and donor requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and accountability for all financial expenditures.
• Prepare timely financial reports and ensure compliance with donor and internal requirements.
• Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis to support decision-making.
• Maintain financial records and ensure timely filing and remittance of statutory obligations such as NSSF, PAYE, and others.
• Assist project manager in the preparation of budget forecast and support external audits and ensure readiness of all financial documentation.

Procurement.

• Lead and manage procurement processes in compliance with organizational and donor procurement policies.
• Prepare and issue Request for Quotations (RFQs), evaluate bids, and manage vendor selection processes.
• Maintain an up-to-date supplier database and ensure contracts are in place.
• Oversee procurement documentation, including purchase orders, goods received notes, and payment requests.
• Ensure value for money, transparency, and accountability in all procurement transactions.
• Support inventory management and maintain accurate records of assets and supplies.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of procurement and administrative records.
• Oversee office administration functions including logistics, asset management, and coordination of meetings or events.

Administration:

• Manage general office operations, including utilities, logistics, supplies, and facility management.
• Oversee asset and inventory management, ensuring items are tracked, labeled, and properly maintained.
• Support human resources functions such as leave tracking, staff records management, and onboarding.
• Ensure effective document management systems, both physical and electronic.
• Assist with travel arrangements, workshop logistics, and event coordination.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• A professional qualification such as CPA or ACCA (completed or in progress) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in finance and administration, with procurement responsibilities, preferably in a project-based or NGO setting.
• Strong knowledge of Ugandan financial and procurement regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Odoo, or similar) and Microsoft Office applications.

Key Competencies

• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational, financial, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities under pressure.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and financial compliance standards.

4. MONITORING AND EVALUATION OFFICER (1)

The Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Officer will provide oversight and support for the project’s monitoring, evaluation, learning, and performance tracking efforts. The MEAL Officer will play a critical role in ensuring data-driven decision-making and progress tracking to achieve project goals and deliverables effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitoring and Data Collection: The M&E officer shall design and implement monitoring systems to track project outputs, outcomes, and impacts, coordinate data collection efforts from project sites, ensuring accuracy and timely input and regularly collect, review, and manage M&E data, making adjustments to data collection methods as needed.
•  Develop and oversee the implementation of evaluation frameworks for assessing project effectiveness
• Conduct periodic evaluations to measure project progress against targets and milestones.
• Analyzing data collected to identify trends, lessons learned, and opportunities for project improvement.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports summarizing M&E activities, findings, and recommendations for project stakeholders and donors.
• Provide M&E training and capacity-building support to project staff to ensure data accuracy and efficient monitoring as well as supporting project staff and partners in understanding and applying M&E insights for adaptive project management.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements, Omia Agribusiness policies, and industry best practices in M&E and maintain a comprehensive documentation of M&E plans, tools, reports, and other relevant records.

Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, quantitative economics or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably in youth employment or agribusiness projects.
• Demonstrated experience with data collection, data analysis, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of M&E tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Proficiency in M&E software and tools (E.g. SPSS and STATA or similar data analysis software)
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

5 . GENDER SAFE GUARDING AND INCLUSION OFFICER (1)

The Gender and safeguarding officer shall focus on promoting gender-sensitive practices, fostering a safe and respectful work environment, and implementing safeguarding measures to protect all young people engaged with the project. S/he will support the integration of gender equity and safeguarding principles across all programs and operations. The officer will ensure that the organization maintains a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all staff, beneficiaries, and stakeholders, particularly vulnerable populations.

Role and responsibilities:

Gender mainstreaming.

• Develop and implement gender strategies to ensure gender-sensitive and inclusive practices are embedded in all project activities.
• Conduct assessments to identify barriers to participation for marginalized groups, including people with disabilities, and recommend solutions to address these.
• Build the capacity of project staff on gender-sensitive and inclusive practices, fostering an environment where all genders are valued and respected.
• Lead gender related assessments through collecting, analyzing, and report gender-dis-aggregated data and trends.
• Promote women’s leadership and participation in all project activities ensuring that young women actively take part project initiatives
• Develop and update project gender action plans to track gender mainstreaming into project activities.
• Prepare regular reports on gender mainstreaming and safeguarding activities, successes, and areas for improvement. Ensure that project meets target of reaching 5% young women with disabilities.

Safeguarding

• Establish and enforce safeguarding policies to ensure the safety, respect, and dignity of all youth participants emphasizing prevention of harassment, abuse, and discrimination.
• Train project participants on gender equality, inclusivity, and safeguarding principles.
• Develop indicators and tools to monitor the project’s progress on gender inclusion and safeguarding and assess the effectiveness of gender and safeguarding initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with national and international standards on gender equality, safeguarding, and disability rights as well as stay informed of policy developments and best practices.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager and other team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement in gender and safeguarding.
• Deliver safeguarding inductions and ongoing training for all staff, partners, and volunteers.
• Conduct risk assessments and establish mitigation measures for activities involving children or vulnerable adults.
• Collaborate with HR and management to investigate allegations of misconduct, ensuring confidentiality and due process.
• Monitor adherence to gender and safeguarding standards across the organization.
• Maintain confidential safeguarding incident records and contribute to donor and internal reporting.
• Contribute to audits, evaluations, and learning processes related to gender and safeguarding.

Partnership and Advocacy:

• Build partnerships with local organizations, government agencies, and stakeholders to promote gender equity and safeguarding.
• Represent the organization in relevant working groups or coordination meetings.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Gender Studies, social work, Human Rights, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in gender mainstreaming, safeguarding, or social development, ideally within community or donor-funded projects.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding principles, gender-sensitive programming, and disability inclusion.
• Proven skills in training, community engagement, and handling sensitive matters professionally.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on gender and safeguarding outcomes.

Working relationship

• Internally with SIYEP project team, Finance & Administration, People & Culture and Management staff at OADG.
• Externally with District labour officers, Consortium partner staff and any other relevant stakeholder.

6. TEAMLEADER ENTERPRENUERSHIP AND FINANCIAL LITERACY (1)

Job Summary:

The Team Leader for Entrepreneurship and Financial Literacy shall coordinate and oversee Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs), entrepreneurship training, and financial literacy and inclusion within the groups.

Key responsibilities:

• Establish and oversee VSLAs for project participants, ensuring effective group formation, management, and growth.
• Lead financial literacy training programs, covering topics such as budgeting, savings, credit management, and digital finance.
• Design and implement entrepreneurship training programs, focusing on agribusiness business planning, management, and scalability.
• Identify and develop income-generating opportunities for project participants, supporting them in launching and managing sustainable enterprises.
• Develop materials and resources to support financial literacy and inclusion efforts.
• Promote financial inclusion by educating participants on available financial services and empowering them to make informed financial decisions.
• Track and report on the progress of financial literacy, VSLA, and entrepreneurship programs, including participation rates, outcomes, challenges and its effectiveness.
• Liaise with financial institutions, government agencies, and NGOs to foster partnerships that enhance financial access and entrepreneurship opportunities for youth as well as and represent the project in forums related to financial inclusion.
• And any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Job relationship: The role shall be directly supervised and reports to the Project manager and will work closely with other management staff to align project goals with overall business objectives.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Entrepreneurship, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, microfinance, or financial inclusion, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of financial literacy programs, VSLA operations, and entrepreneurship training methodologies.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to build relationships with financial institutions and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in data collection, report writing, and project management.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary: Competitive
• National Social Security Fund (NSSF): 10% of basic salary
• Medical Insurance: 8% of basic salary
•  Group Personal Accident (GPA): 2.5% of basic salary
• Monthly airtime
• Lunch at work
• Opportunities for personal development.

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Application instructions:

To apply, please send your resume, cover letter and relevant academic documents in one PDF File to jobs@omia.co.ug  .Only applications submitted via email will be considered; physical applications will not be accepted. The application deadline is 14^th June 2025

Equal employment opportunity and inclusion:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Youth and Ladies are encouraged to apply.