Youth Mentorship Program in Climate Smart Agriculture Research

STEPUP together with Uganda Christian University, CERD Uganda and Tech Savvy, under the NARO Uganda Climate Smart Agricultural Transformation Project (UCSATP) competitive research grant, is recruiting 30 YOUTH MONITORS for a year-long mentorship program co-monitoring the effectiveness of climate smart agriculture technologies and practices (CSA TIMPS) in the sorghum value chain in Teso sub-region (Bukedea, Ngora and Serere).

What you will gain:

  • Mentorship under seasoned university and national research scientists.
  • Hands-on training on CSA TIMPS, digital data collection (ODK), and research ethics.
  • Real field research experience monitoring climate-smart agriculture agriculture on farms in the sorghum value chain.
  • Certificate of participation under a World Bank supported national program.
  • Facilitation of transport and meals during the fieldwork.

Who can apply?

  • Youths aged between 18-35 years.
  • Bachelors degree or diploma in relevant field.
  • Strong interest in climate smart agriculture practices.
  • Passion for community engagement and sustainability. No prior farming experience is required
  • Available for a minimum of six months’ commitment.
  • Open to applicants from all regions in Uganda, Ateso language proficiency is an added advantage.

Email your CV to sara.namirembe@stepupstandard.com by August 16, 2026.

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