Fisheries Officer-Kakumiro District Local Government
Ministry of Local Government (Uganda)
Ort der Stelle
Kampala
Status der Beschäftigung
Vollzeit
Job-Details
ABOUT THE COMPANY
As part of its long-term policy to ensure political and social harmony, enhance economic growth and alleviate poverty, Government of Uganda embarked on a far reaching program of decentralization reform. The reform initiative, as introduced in 1993 was an outcome of a review of the erstwhile resistance council system and related statutory instruments, borne out of the desire to make local governments effective centers of decision making and public service delivery.
JOB SUMMARY
Job purpose:To support the increase and sustainable fish production from natural water bodies and fish farming. Qualifications:An Honors Degree of Bachelor of Science in Botany and Zoology, Fisheries or Aquatic Biology from a recognized University or institution.
RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Controlling the quality of fish from natural water bodies and fish farming; ii. Conserving fish diversity from natural water bodies and fish farming; iii. Liaising with relevant stakeholders in enforcement of fish regulations; iv. Supplying fish fry to fish farmers; v. Inspecting fish at the landing sites and markets; and vi. Training the fish folk in improved fish farming practices.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Commercial fishing (inland, sea, other), Fish processing, Training program planning, Regulations, Agriculture and natural resources
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree
