Vacancy title:
Extension Officer
Jobs at:
Nyanza Cooperative UnionDeadline of this Job:
Friday, July 05 2024
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, June 05 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
1.0 BACKGROUND INFORMATION.
Nyanza Cooperative Union 1984 LTD is a limited liability Secondary Cooperative Society with registration No. 4152 Dated 21.04.1984. It is registered under the Co-operative Societies Act No 6 of 2013. It is owned by 253 registered Cooperative Primary Societies located within Mwanza Region. It is a member of the National Apex Organization of the Co-operative movement in Tanzania, i.e. The Tanzania Federation of Co-operatives Limited (TFC). NCU (1984) LTD one of the largest Co-operative Unions in Tanzania.
2.0 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES.
Nyanza Cooperative Union invites dynamic, proactive, experienced and suitable qualified Tanzanians to fill three (3) vacancies; post of the Chief Internal Auditor (1 Position), Extension Officer (1 Position), and Information and Communication Technology Officer (1 Position)
Extension Officer
Duties and Responsibilities
• Advising farmers, agricultural businesses, rural industries, government and other development partners on appropriate practices for agricultural production, processing and distribution of farm produce
• Facilitating farmers" group formation and advice in making better decisions increase agricultural production
• Capacity building of farmers' groups to enable them make better decisions and access required products and services to increase agricultural production
• iv. Ensuring good relations/ communication between private sectors, government agencies and farmers
• Coordinating farmers' field days by linking together different players for technology exhibition, technical and marketing information sharing
• Provide timely and accurate written and verbal reporting
• Contribute to project strategic planning and to well-written, focused project reports, annual implementation plans, success stories and other written products.
• Performing any other duties relevant to the scope of work that may be assigned by the supervisor.
Desired Attributes
• Approachable
• High integrity and Innovative
• Values diversity and able to work cross -culturally
• Excellent analytical ability
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Customer focus
• Ability to work within a team, independently and to interact with superiors, peers and subordinates.
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in (B.Sc.) in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agro business or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a related field or functions from a reputable organization.
REMUNERATION/ SALARY SCALE
• As Per NCU Salary Scale
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Job application procedure
GENERAL CONDITIONS.
i. Applicants must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contacts; postal address/post code, e-mail and telephone numbers;
ii. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania;
iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement;
iv. Applicants must attach their certified copies of the following certificates: -
• Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates;
• Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts;
• Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates;
• Professional Registration and Training Certificates from respective Registration or Regulatory Bodies, (where applicable); and
• Birth certificate or NIDA ID.
v. Attaching copies of the following certificates is strictly not accepted: -
• Form IV and Form VI results slips; and
• Testimonials and Partial transcripts.
vi. An applicant should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts;
vii. Deadline for application is 05th, July, 2024
viii. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed the date of interview;
Application letters, CV should be written in English and all Attachments must be addressed to:
GENERAL MANAGER,
NYANZA COOPERATIVE UNION (1984) LTD,
P.O. BOX 09,
MWANZA
Or Through email: info@ncultd.or.tz
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