YALELO
JOB DESCRIPTION – Hatchery Broodstock Technician
Reports to: Hatchery Broodstock Supervisor
Department: Hatchery
Number of Direct Reports: None
JOB OVERVIEW:
Broodstock is the backbone of any successful animal production business venture. That is why broodstock production and management are crucial to the sustainability of an aquaculture farm. The Yalelo broodstock section is part of the hatchery department, and it’s tasked to produce and maintain genetically diverse and robust breeding candidates. Relatedly, it’s also tasked to produce good-quality fry at a sustained rate throughout the year to fuel the production and expansion of the business. The broodstock section is also responsible for the continuous genetic improvement of the YU tilapia stocks under the selective breeding program at the Butembe site and maintenance of the broodstock bank at the Mukono site.
The broodstock technician shall primarily execute/participate in all planned broodstock management-related activities as deemed fit by the broodstock supervisor.
KEY DUTIES:
Safely and effectively transfer broodstock “from”, “to” and “within” the hatchery as described in the broodstock transfer SOP.
Dissolved oxygen regulation and acclimatization during broodstock transfers
Broodstock sexing and selection in the hatchery and at the lake
Future and mature broodstock feeding and feed management in the hatchery, as described in the feeding SOP
Fish mortality collection and disposal
Broodstock auditing and sampling
Observe and effect biosecurity and housekeeping practices as instructed by the broodstock supervisor
Any activity/ duty as assigned by the broodstock supervisor.
REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
A diploma or certificate in fisheries management from a recognized institution is an added advantage
A minimum of an Advanced level certificate
Basic mathematical ability
Experience in fish handling and sexing is an added advantage
Strong Interpersonal communication skills
Strong organization skills
Ability to swim
Ability to work under minimal supervision
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Please send the application, CV & academic documents as one pdf document to: careers@yalelo.ug. The closing date for receiving applications is 07 days from the date of this advertisement i.e., 05th May 2025.
