SOSPPA Uganda is currently calling for applications for the following positions. Please read the job requirements carefully before continuing to submit your application:
- Marketing and Entrepreneur Officer: apply
Application Submission Guideline:
All applications should be submitted online and documents attached should include letter of motivation, a full C.V. with the names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable of the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. Applications will be acknowledged; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
- SOSPPA is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified women and professionals from the project study area are particularly encouraged to apply.
- SOSPPA does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, or training).
POSTING TITLE 1: MARKETING AND ENTREPRENEUR OFFICER
WORK LOCATION: TESO REGION, UGANDA
Published: August 19th 2026
Application Deadline: September 5th 2026
Shortlisting: September 9th 2026
No. of positions: 01 officer
Project: Strengthening productive capacity and resilience of sweetpotato smallholder producer organizations in Uganda Project.
Background
The Global Agriculture and Food Security Programme (GAFSP) of the World Bank is supporting a multi-year project designed to strengthen the productive capacity and management of Soroti Sweetpotato Producers and Processors Association (SOSPPA). SOSPPA works with farmers and farmer groups to produce sweetpotato seeds and roots for sale. It has also been undertaking small-scale processing and value addition activities. The project will upgrade these activities and build SOSSPA’s governance capacity.
The specific objectives of the project are to: (a) Improve market access and farm incomes for SOSPPA farmers through OFSP marketing, processing, and value addition; (b) Increase productivity and production of sweetpotato roots and vines, and other nutritious crops, amongst SOSPPA farmers; (c) Promote diversified utilization and consumption of OFSP products amongst SOSPPA members and in current and new markets; and (d) Strengthen SOSPPA’s governance and management capacities to deliver services to its members.
In line with its objectives, the project focuses on linking farmers markets for fresh and processed products, improving use of good agronomic and regenerative practices, adding value/processing and nutrition, and efficient governance of producer organizations to deliver on the social and commercial responsibilities.
To support the implementation of project activities, SOSPPA seeks to hire a Marketing Officer. The Marketing Officer will undertake the sales and marketing functions of the project to facilitate learning and decision-making processes.
Location and tenure:
This position will be based at SOSPPA’s office in Kyere Town Council, Serere district, Teso region. It will be for two years, renewable based on performance and availability of funds.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Marketing, BCom, BBA or marketing related field
- At least three years’ experience in agricultural commodity marketing and sales
- Demonstrated knowledge of gender responsive marketing will be an added advantage
- Demonstrated experience in managing distribution networks
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Statistical Analysis Packages (Stata, R, SPSS)
- Possession of a valid motorcycle riding permit is mandatory
- Fluency in Ateso, Kumam, Swahilli and English
- Good report writing skills
Apply:
Please name all you documents properly starting with your full names then the document. Documents uploaded without proper naming will not be considered. Example of good naming is indicated below:
John Doe- Motivation Letter
John Doe- CV
John Doe- Academic Transcripts
Continue to apply and upload your documents
