Job Summary:

Our client, a leading social enterprise dedicated to transforming Uganda's cocoa industry, is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Field Manager to oversee field operations in Mayuge. This role is pivotal in driving sustainable cocoa production, engaging farming communities, and managing high-performing field teams to create lasting social and economic impact.

If you are passionate about sustainable agriculture, community development, and operational excellence, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all field operations in the Mayuge region.
• Oversee farmer engagement, training, and capacity-building initiatives.
• Support sustainable cocoa production practices and productivity improvements.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing field team.
• Monitor field activities, track performance metrics, and prepare reports.
• Build strong relationships with farming communities, cooperatives, and local stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and certification requirements.
• Coordinate with internal departments to align field activities with organizational goals.
• Identify challenges and implement effective solutions to improve operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Rural Development, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in field operations, agricultural management, or community development.
• Proven experience managing teams and working with farming communities.
• Strong knowledge of sustainable agriculture and cocoa production practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in remote, rural settings and adapt to dynamic environments.
• Proficiency in MS Office and data collection tools.
• Fluency in English and local languages (Lusoga, Luganda, or related) is an added advantage.

• Lead and manage all field operations in the Mayuge region.
• Oversee farmer engagement, training, and capacity-building initiatives.
• Support sustainable cocoa production practices and productivity improvements.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing field team.
• Monitor field activities, track performance metrics, and prepare reports.
• Build strong relationships with farming communities, cooperatives, and local stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and certification requirements.
• Coordinate with internal departments to align field activities with organizational goals.
• Identify challenges and implement effective solutions to improve operational efficiency.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in remote, rural settings and adapt to dynamic environments.
• Proficiency in MS Office and data collection tools.
• Fluency in English and local languages (Lusoga, Luganda, or related) is an added advantage.

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Rural Development, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience managing teams and working with farming communities.
• Strong knowledge of sustainable agriculture and cocoa production practices.