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Full-timePosted 20 August 2026

Founding Head of Training Centre – Agricultural TVET & Agribusiness

Werner Erkes Foundation East Africa

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Education or a related field, minimum eight years in agricultural vocational education. Proven leadership building training curricula, staff teams and partnerships from the ground up. Strong knowledge of the Elgon Region's agricultural systems and the Ugandan TVET framework.

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Where
Mbale, EASTERN
Deadline
Closes Tue, 29 September 2026

The Opportunity

  • Werner Erkes Foundation East Africa is building a new Agricultural Vocational Training Centre in the Elgon Region of Eastern Uganda, and needs a Founding Head to shape its vision, curriculum and operations from the first brick.
  • This is a senior leadership post with genuine autonomy: you will lead strategic planning, staff recruitment, partnership building and day-to-day management, working to establish the centre as a reference point for agricultural TVET in the region.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set the strategic plan for the centre, including its vision and long-term goals aligned to national skills priorities.
  • Design and review competency-based curricula in crop production, livestock, agro-processing and farm business management.
  • Recruit, train and supervise instructional and support staff.
  • Build partnerships with local agribusinesses, cooperatives and input suppliers for internships and market-relevant training.
  • Oversee procurement and maintenance of training equipment, demonstration plots and livestock units.
  • Manage the centre's budget and financial reporting in line with donor and Foundation policy.
  • Track training outcomes and graduate employment rates to guide continuous improvement.
  • Represent the centre at regional TVET forums and agricultural shows.

Essential

  • Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Education, Vocational Training or a closely related field.
  • Minimum eight years of progressive experience in agricultural vocational education, agribusiness development or rural extension.
  • Proven experience in curriculum development, training delivery and assessment within a TVET or equivalent system.
  • Demonstrated leadership managing training institutions, projects or teams, including budget oversight.
  • Strong knowledge of the Elgon Region's agricultural systems and key value chains.
  • Fluency in English and Luganda.

Desirable

  • Master's degree in Agricultural Economics, Education Management or Agribusiness.
  • Experience working with international donors, NGOs or government skills development programmes.
  • Familiarity with competency-based training methodologies and national qualifications frameworks.
  • Background establishing public-private partnerships linking training to employment.

What the Role Offers

  • The opportunity to found and lead a new institution with lasting impact on youth skills in Eastern Uganda.
  • Competitive senior leadership package, including housing and transport allowances for Mbale-based staff.
  • Comprehensive health insurance for the employee and dependents.
  • Generous leave entitlements, including annual and sick leave.
  • A supportive environment within a German foundation committed to education and long-term community investment.

How to Apply

  • Submit a detailed CV, copies of academic certificates and transcripts, and a cover letter outlining your vision for the centre and how your experience aligns with the founding mandate. Please apply using the link on this page.
  • We are an equal employment opportunity employerundefined
  • We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We particularly encourage applications from people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities.
  • We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We prioritise cultural safety and responsiveness in all we do. We are also dedicated to our reconciliation journey. If you are interested in this role but feel your experience does not align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply or reach out. You may be the right fit for this or another role with us.
  • We take pride in the diversity of our people and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, candidates of all ages, and individuals of any or no religious beliefs.
  • Need Support? If you require support during the recruitment process, please reach out to talent@usepraxis.site

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Closes Tue, 29 September 2026.

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