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ARINDA APOLLO

Kampala,102

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

ConsultantField coordinatorAgribusiness officerMarketing OfficerField supervisor

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Location Preference

On-SiteHybrid
Location: Kampala, 102, UG
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

0/hr - 1000/hr

Summary

Dynamic agribusiness professional with proven expertise in developing training programs and marketing strategies at Agro-Tourism Association. Skilled in project management and stakeholder coordination, I excel in enhancing farmers' productivity through innovative solutions and effective communication. Committed to driving growth and fostering entrepreneurship in the agricultural sector.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Consultant

Agro-Tourism Association
03.2025 - Current
  • Conducted market analysis to identify opportunities for entrepreneurs' products.
  • Facilitated business clinics to provide entrepreneurs with professional guidance and support.
  • Coordinated training sessions for aspiring entrepreneurs to enhance their skills.
  • Developed training manual for entrepreneurship to guide emerging business leaders.
  • Recruitment of Young entrepreneurs
  • Compiled reports detailing program outcomes and actionable recommendations.

Field coordinator

Pula Advisory
10.2024 - 02.2025
  • Monitor and implement the European Union Deforestation Regulation project
  • Supervised data collection efforts by field agents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project standards
  • Trained field agents on data collection methodologies, enhancing data quality and reliability
  • Submitted weekly reports on data collection progress, facilitating informed decision-making

Agribusiness officer

Agro-Tourism Association
11.2022 - 08.2024
  • Identify and develop business opportunities for the organization including new markets, partnerships and collaborations.
  • Evaluated potential business ventures and conducted feasibility studies, providing recommendations to support profitability and growth.
  • Provided technical support, training, and guidance to farmers on best apiculture and agricultural practices and modern farming techniques.
  • Organized and facilitated workshops, demonstrations, and extension programs aimed at improving farmers' productivity and profitability.
  • Planned, implemented, and managed agricultural projects, monitoring progress to ensure compliance with regulations and project objectives while coordinating with stakeholders.

Marketing Officer

World of Bees Ug Ltd
12.2021 - 10.2022
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase awareness and sales of beekeeping products and services.
  • Identified and defined audience for the company
  • Identified profitable marketing channels and outlets for the products and services
  • Planned and executed events, webinars, and workshops to educate customers, driving product interest and customer loyalty.
  • Monitored and managed social media platforms for world of bees, enhancing engagement and brand visibility.
  • Created marketing materials (brochures, catalogs, flyers, etc.) to showcase products and services

Field supervisor

Agro-Tourism Association
01.2019 - 12.2020
  • Trained farmers on Soil fertility improvement, enterprise selection, budgeting, Organic plant pest and disease control
  • Encouraged farmer participation in training programs to improve agricultural skills and practices.
  • Developed training programs for Agro - Tourism Association to enhance participant learning and engagement.
  • Guided and supported students in their learning and skill development.
  • Facilitated regular meetings, discussions, and reports to keep students informed and engaged.
  • Involved students in practical teaching process other than only theoretical education for example in Agronomy and livestock management
  • Coordinated internal and external seminars to foster knowledge sharing and professional development.
  • Assisted the manager in assessing students

Education

Ms. - Agribusiness Management

Makerere University
01-2027

BSc. - Agribusiness Management

Makerere University
01-2020

Uganda Advanced certificate of Education -

Good shepherd High school
01-2015

Uganda Certificate of Education -

01-2013

Skills

  • Business development
  • Marketing skills
  • Research skills
  • Project management
  • Operational strategy
  • Training skills
  • Planning and organization
  • Report writing
  • Business presentation
  • Leadership
  • Training skills
  • Multitasking skills
  • Communication skills
  • Agripreneurship skills
  • Training skills

Languages

  • Luganda
  • English
  • Luganda

Research

  • Promoting Agritourism through Online Agricultural Education Programs, Completed
  • Adoption of improved maize seeds by small scale farmers in Ntungamo District, Ongoing
  • Climate-smart Agriculture practices adoption and profitability on rice production in Kikube district, Ongoing

Timeline

Consultant

Agro-Tourism Association
03.2025 - Current

Field coordinator

Pula Advisory
10.2024 - 02.2025

Agribusiness officer

Agro-Tourism Association
11.2022 - 08.2024

Marketing Officer

World of Bees Ug Ltd
12.2021 - 10.2022

Field supervisor

Agro-Tourism Association
01.2019 - 12.2020

Ms. - Agribusiness Management

Makerere University

BSc. - Agribusiness Management

Makerere University

Uganda Advanced certificate of Education -

Good shepherd High school

Uganda Certificate of Education -

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