Assistant Research Officer – Agrometeorology and Climate Modelling
National Agricultural Research Organisation
Location
Kampala
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
mid
Deadline
August 5, 2026
Category
Other
Job Description
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Requirements
- A first class or an Upper Second Bachelor’s degree in Agrometeorology, Meteorology, Climate Science, Agricultural Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Agricultural Sciences, Atmospheric Science, or a related field.
- More than one year of working experience in climate-related research, agrometeorology, or environmental data analysis will be an added advantage.
- Knowledge of climate variability, climate change adaptation, and agricultural systems.
- Proficiency in statistical software such as R, Python, SPSS, or STATA.
- Skills in GIS and remote sensing software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, or Google Earth Engine.
- Knowledge of climate and crop simulation models (e.g., DSSAT, APSIM, AquaCrop, WRF, SWAT) is an added advantage.
Responsibilities
- Assist in designing and implementing agrometeorological and climate-related research studies.
- Collect, process, and manage meteorological, environmental, and agricultural data from field stations and other sources.
- Support installation, calibration, operation, and maintenance of weather monitoring equipment.
- Participate in field surveys and assessments related to climate variability and agricultural production.
- Support the development and application of climate and crop simulation models.
- Assist in downscaling climate model outputs for local and regional applications.
- Utilize statistical and geospatial tools for climate data analysis and visualization.
- Support acquisition, processing, and interpretation of satellite and remote sensing data.
- Develop climate and agricultural vulnerability maps.
- Integrate climate, weather, and agricultural datasets using GIS platforms.
- Assist in generating agro-weather advisories and climate information products for farmers and other stakeholders.
- Support dissemination of seasonal forecasts and climate risk information.
- Participate in stakeholder engagement activities, including training workshops and community outreach programs.
- Support the development of climate-smart agricultural recommendations.
- Maintain accurate records of research activities and datasets.
- Assist in proposal development and resource mobilization efforts.
How to Apply
Interested persons with the requirements should download NARO JOB-APPLICATION-FORM-2 Attach a recent passport photo and fill it in triplicate; attach detailed curriculum vitae with copies of academic certificates and testimonials to the undersigned not later than 5.00 pm on 05th August 2026 Applicants are advised to quote the reference number of the post applied for on the top-left hand corner of the envelope. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and notified via NARO website, telephones and e-mail addresses as provided on the CV. Short-listed candidates will be required to provide certified copies of their Academic Qualifications.
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