Extension Officer (Volunteer) – Arua

About Us

Omia Agribusiness Development Group Ltd is committed to ensuring that every farmer has access to genuine, quality, and affordable agricultural inputs, technical support, and reliable markets. Through our integrated model, we work closely with farmers to improve productivity, income, and livelihoods.

The Opportunity

We are inviting applications from recent graduates to join Omia Agribusiness as Extension Volunteers (Graduate Trainees) across Arua, Koboko, Yumbe, Adjumani, and Kiryandongo.

This is a hands-on learning opportunity for individuals passionate about agriculture and eager to gain practical field experience working directly with farmers and communities.

Responsibilities

• Support mobilization and engagement of farmer groups
• Assist in delivering extension services and farmer trainings
• Participate in field demonstrations and learning activities
• Collect and report field data using digital tools
• Support farmer linkage to inputs and markets
• Represent Omia Agribusiness at community level

Who should apply?

• Recent graduates (Certificate in Agriculture, Agribusiness, crop production, horticulture or related field)
• Strong interest in working with farmers and rural communities
• Willingness to be field-based in assigned districts
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic digital literacy (smartphone use, data collection tools)
• Ability to speak one or more of the following local languages is an added advantage: Lugbara, Aringa, Kakwa, Luo, or Madi

What are we looking for?

• Passion for agriculture and community impact
• Willingness to learn and grow
• Accountability and reliability
• Ability to work independently in rural settings

What you gain.

6 months of Practical, hands-on field experience

Mentorship and on-the-job learning

Exposure to real agribusiness operations

Opportunity for future employment based on performance

Diversity & Inclusion.

We strongly encourage female candidates to apply.

Candidates who meet most (even if not all) of the requirements are encouraged to apply.

Important Note

This is a volunteer/trainee position intended to provide practical experience and exposure.