Key Skills

Job Description

Company Description Wendi Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Uganda, focused on empowering individuals to drive community development and national progress. Established in 2013, Wendi invests in people through education, vocational training, and skills development programs. The organization emphasizes leadership, mentorship, and personal growth to help individuals become effective agents of change. Wendi works closely with communities to identify local needs, implement sustainable projects, and promote social cohesion. Through advocacy and community engagement, Wendi supports policies and initiatives that create opportunities for nation-builders. Role Description The Agriculture Mentor is a full-time remote role responsible for guiding learners and community members in sustainable agriculture practices. In this role, the mentor designs and delivers training sessions, workshops, and learning materials on topics such as crop production, soil health, climate-smart agriculture, and basic agribusiness. The mentor provides ongoing one-on-one and group mentorship, responds to questions, and offers practical advice tailored to local contexts and resource constraints. Day-to-day tasks include conducting virtual coaching sessions, developing simple tools and guides, reviewing participant progress, and collaborating with Wendi staff to align agricultural programs with broader empowerment and nation-building goals. The mentor also collects feedback, documents success stories, and recommends improvements to training content and delivery methods. Qualifications Strong knowledge of agriculture, including crop production, livestock or mixed farming, soil management, and sustainable or climate-smart practices. Experience in training, mentorship, or extension services, with the ability to explain technical concepts in clear, accessible language. Skills in curriculum or content development for agricultural training (e.g., creating guides, lesson plans, and simple digital resources). Ability to work effectively with diverse communities, demonstrating cultural sensitivity, patience, and a learner-centered approach. Good communication and facilitation skills, including comfort with remote tools (video calls, messaging platforms, basic office software). Background in community development, rural development, or nonprofit work is an advantage. Relevant academic or professional training in agriculture, agronomy, agricultural extension, or a related field is preferred. Ability to work independently, manage time well, and coordinate with a distributed team across different locations.

Core Responsibilities

Design and deliver agricultural training, workshops, learning materials, and remote one-on-one and group mentorship tailored to local needs and resource constraints. Monitor participant progress, gather feedback, document success stories, and coordinate with Wendi staff to improve programs and align them with broader community empowerment goals.

Requirements

Applicants should have strong knowledge of agriculture, including crop production, soil management, livestock or mixed farming, and sustainable or climate-smart practices, along with experience in training, mentorship, or extension services. They should communicate technical concepts clearly, develop accessible learning materials, work sensitively with diverse communities, use remote collaboration tools, and manage their work independently; relevant agricultural education or training is preferred.