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Livelihood Program Officer

INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE UGANDA · Jinja

INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE UGANDAJinjaPosted 1 November 2026Apply by 10 December 2026

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Closing date
10 December 2026 (39 days left)
Where
Jinja, Uganda
How to apply
On brightermonday.co.ug, where the employer takes applications.
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Job Description and Responsibilities

Implement livelihood program activities in line with approved work plans, budgets, and organizational guidelines.

Mobilize and engage farmers, households, community groups, and local stakeholders in project activities.

Train and support farmers in improved agricultural practices, crop production, and farm management.

Promote sustainable agriculture, climate-resilient farming, food security, and household income generation.

Support vulnerable households in developing sustainable livelihood and income-generating activities.

Facilitate market linkages between farmers, buyers, agricultural service providers, and other value-chain actors.

Organize community training, meetings, mentoring sessions, and livelihood development activities

Coordinate with local government authorities, agricultural extension officers, and community stakeholders.

Monitor field activities, collect beneficiary data, and maintain accurate records of program results.

Prepare timely activity reports, field updates, and supporting documentation for program and donor reporting.

Support activity planning, resource coordination, expenditure documentation, and accountability for program funds.

Uphold IDI Uganda’s Christian values, child safeguarding standards, and principles of inclusion, transparency, and accountability.

NOTE:

The Application must have your valid driver's licence. Applications without this, shall not be considered.

The field office is in Luuka District, so a resident or an applicant willing to move to Luuka is preferred.

Aplications without the required work experience, or NGO related work experience, shall not be considered.

How to Apply:

All applications will be received and reviewed through the BrighterMonday Portal by clicking on the 'Apply Here' section

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