Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa Internship at the ASARECA Secretariat Jobs in Uganda

Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa Internship at the ASARECA Secretariat Jobs in Uganda

About ASARECA

The Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa (ASARECA) is a non-profit Intergovernmental organisation of the National Agricultural Research Systems (NARS) of twelve countries (Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Republic of Congo, Rwanda, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda).

ASARECA Vision:

A transformed ECA agricultural sector supporting improved livelihoods, sustained economic growth and inclusive development.

ASARECA Mission:

To contribute to increased productivity, commercialization and competitiveness of the ECA agricultural sector through strengthening, catalysing and coordinating agricultural research for development in the ECA sub region.

Areas for internship;

Communications

Administration

Human resources

Library, Record keeping and professional filing

Information Technology

Finance

Procurement

Qualifications, skills and experience;

Eligible candidates for internship must have completed an undergraduate degree

The interns should have a desire to gain professional experience and be eager to learn

Good oral and written communication skills with ability to follow directions and not afraid to ask questions to ensure a productive internship

Articulate and fluent in English, French is an added advantage

Patient, attention to detail, fast learner, committed, able to follow instructions and can work accurately under pressure

Limited professional experience required.

Mandatory requirements

Personal Accident insurance cover for the period of internship

Bank account details

Copy of national identification

Letter of recommendation from your learning institution and Local Council area 1

How to Apply:
Please send a completed application form to hr@asareca.org by 30th March, 2019 before 5:00pm East African Time.

Due to a large number of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa Internship at the ASARECA Secretariat Jobs in Uganda