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.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES.
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EXTENSION OFFICER (1)
EMPLOYER NYANZA COOPERATIVE UNION
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Advising farmers, agricultural businesses, rural industries, government and other development partners on appropriate practices for agricultural production, processing and distribution of farm produce
ii. Facilitating farmers’ group formation and advice in making better decisions to increase agricultural production
iii. 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
v. Coordinating farmers’ field days by linking together different players for technology exhibition, technical and marketing information sharing
vi. Provide timely and accurate written and verbal reporting
vii. Contribute to project strategic planning and to well-written, focused project reports, annual implementation plans, success stories and other written products.
viii. Performing any other duties relevant to the scope of work that may be assigned by the supervisor.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
i. Approachable
ii. High integrity and Innovative
iii. Values diversity and able to work cross -culturally
iv. Excelle nt analytical ability
v. Fluent in English and Kiswahili
vi. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
vii. Customer focus
viii. Ability to work within a team, independently and to interact with superiors, peers and subordinates.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachel or’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
GENERAL CONDITIONS.
- Applicants must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contacts; postal address/post code, e-mail and telephone numbers;
- All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania;
- Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement;
- 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.
- Attaching copies of the following certificates is strictly not accepted: –
- Form IV and Form VI results slips; and
- Testimonials and Partial transcripts.
- An applicant should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts;
- 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: [email protected]
Deadline for application is 05th, July, 2024
