Seed Bank Officer – Busoga Region

About the role

The Seed Bank Officer will lead day‑to‑day seed bank operations in the Busoga region, ensuring that high‑quality tree seed is collected, processed, stored and distributed in line with Trees for the Future’s technical standards and SOPs.

Key responsibilities

• Support implementation of regional seed bank work plans under the guidance of the Training Coordinator.
• Coordinate daily activities including seed collection, processing, storage, procurement and distribution.
• Ensure timely seed availability to meet nursery production and project implementation needs.
• Monitor progress, provide regular updates and propose solutions to improve operational performance.
• Implement quality‑assurance procedures across all stages of seed handling.
• Coordinate seed quality testing (germination, viability, moisture, purity) and maintain accurate QA records.
• Monitor storage conditions, conduct routine inspections and ensure only compliant seed is released.
• Maintain precise physical and digital inventory records, guaranteeing traceability from collection through distribution.

Required profile

• Senior‑level professional with at least five years of experience in seed bank, agroforestry or related agricultural operations.
• Proven ability to manage inventory, quality‑assurance processes and operational logistics.
• Strong coordination skills to work with Training Officers, nursery coordinators, project officers and field teams.
• Excellent record‑keeping and reporting capabilities.

Required skills

• Seed quality testing (germination, viability, moisture, purity).
• Inventory management and traceability.
• Quality‑assurance procedures for seed handling.