• Project Effectiveness & Management – Technical Leadership (50%) • Develop and implement an overall project plan, with a network of strong POs/Dairy Hubs, each having a clear strategic and implementation plan aligned with member priorities • Work with the cluster partners to set up a robust extension service delivery system for each hub. • Develop a project strategy to increase milk production and productivity for project participants • Develop strategies for increasing off-taker/processor capacity utilization and reducing milk rejections at hub level. • Establish criteria for model farmer selection and develop strategies to transform their farms into centres of technology demonstrations • Work collaboratively with PO/hub management to develop compelling business cases that will enhance incomes for farmers and the PO. • Ensure the POs/Dairy Hubs business operations reports are timely and used to inform business decisions concerning productivity and profitability. • Ensure the POs/Dairy hubs are linked to reliable output markets. • Promote adoption of innovative CSA practices among producer organisations and affiliated dairy farmers to reduce GHG emissions. • Identify and map out any project related risks likely to impact project interventions and delivery. Devise mitigations to address them. • Ensure that all procured hub supplies/equipment meet required specifications and quality standards, and that service providers deliver adequate after-sales support. • Keep database of all BDS providers contracted under the project. • Partnership Management & Coordination (15%) • Lead the process of farmer mobilization and profiling. • Leverage resources from the public and private sector partners in the project clusters Identify, document, and pursue opportunities to replicate and scale up the green dairy hub model. • Ensure compliance with donor requirements, contractual obligations, and organizational standards. • Facilitate linkages between POs/Dairy hubs and relevant private sector actors to enhance access to critical hub services like breeding, mechanization& digitisation, feeding, finance, animal health and water for production among others. • Monitoring & Evaluation (15%) • Conduct quarterly field assessments, monitor implementation, document best practices, and support learning across the project. • Collaborate with the MEL Officer to establish measurable KPIs, develop and implement action plans, and monitor project impact, sustainability, BDS access data, and business performance at the POS. • Support the process of farmer profiling of all participating farmers under the project. • Ensure periodic cluster reviews are conducted, prepare and submit timely (monthly, quarterly & annual) progress reports on project activities to the Project Manager. • Knowledge Management & Capacity Building (15%) • Support in training and coaching of PO’s / Dairy hubs in Values Based Holistic Community. • Development (VBHCD) approach (financial literacy, entrepreneurship, climate-smart agriculture, and market access). • Facilitate the documentation and reporting of best practices and lessons learned within the project, with a focus on farmer organizations, private sector actors, and development partners. Promotes and supports cross-learning and exchanges within the project including targeted capacity building (training, necessary equipment, etc.) of participants. • Sensitize and train Producer Organizations (POs) to enhance understanding of sustainable dairy practices. • Other duties as assigned by the supervisor (5%)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science, Animal Production, Dairy Science and or related field. • Masters degree in a related field will be an advantage. • 5 – 7 years’ field experience in dairy value chain management, rural and agricultural development supporting producer/farmer organisations, Cooperatives or Dairy Farmer Businesses in Uganda. • Certifications in Project Management (Project Management for Development). • Good understanding of the dairy value chain and livestock sector in Uganda. • Profound technical knowledge on sustainable/climate smart agricultural practices and practical experience in designing robust farmer extension systems. • Demonstrated knowledge of the latest developments in dairy value chain management working with small-holder farmers. • Having a business approach to designing smallholder farmer dairy business interventions. Should be able to write business cases. • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in facilitating the development of farmer level business plans and feasibility studies • Must have strong diplomatic, managerial, and communication abilities to effectively engage with government officials, donors, thought leaders, consortium partners, and other key stakeholders. • Strong networking and relationship building skills with an ability to work with producer organizations to link small holders to markets. • Working in a multi-cultural setting and commitment to promoting teamwork, gender equality, and sensitivity to hunger and poverty issues. • Application Deadline: 21st November 2025 at 5pm EAT