Iringa Farmers Cooperative Union (1993) Ltd Job Opportunities

Overview of IFCU (1993) Ltd

Iringa Farmers Cooperative Union (1993) Ltd (IFCU) is a secondary-level cooperative society registered under Registration No. AFF-IR-IR01-2022-1. Operating in the Iringa Region across three districts—Iringa, Kilolo, and Mufindi—IFCU (1993) Ltd is dedicated to supporting agricultural cooperatives and enhancing farming practices. The organization is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill two key positions: Finance and Administration Officer/Chief Accountant and Agronomist.

Agronomist (1 Position)

Reports to: Projects Manager

Job Purpose: To mobilize farmers through their Primary Cooperative Societies and provide extension services to implement profitable and sustainable agriculture.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• • Train farmers on good agricultural practices to increase productivity, improve produce quality, and enhance livelihoods.
  • Sensitize smallholder farmers to engage in agribusiness.
  • Collaborate with staff to facilitate training for lead farmers.
  • Ensure timely collection and submission of data.
  • Facilitate the timely establishment of demo plots for sustainable agricultural practices.
  • Provide day-to-day support to farmers and monitor progress.
  • Supervise IFCU (1993) Ltd agricultural projects.
  • Suggest new technologies to improve agricultural production.
  • Collect success stories from the field to enhance IFCU (1993) Ltd visibility.
  • Perform other activities as assigned by the employer.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in general agriculture or related fields.
• At least 2 years of experience in sustainable agricultural projects.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of computer and data collection devices.
• Good communication skills in English and Swahili.
• Ability to drive a motorcycle with a valid driving license.
• Affinity for partnership relations.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with agricultural cooperatives is an added advantage.
• Applicants must be between 24 and 35 years old.

Interested applicants should submit the following by September 18, 2025:

• Application letter
• Copies of academic certificates
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) with three referees

Submission Details: Send applications to: General Manager Iringa Farmers Cooperative Union (1993) Ltd P.O. Box 247, Iringa Via Email: [email protected] CC: [email protected], [email protected]

Submission Deadline: September 18, 2025 Date of Announcement: September 4, 2025