Weekly Roundup of Agriculture Jobs—5th July 2023

1.

Position: Production Network Technician Job

Location: Nanyuki, 

Recruiter / Employer: Turaco Farm

Gross Salary: Ksh 80,000 –Ksh 100,000,

About the Position: Under the direct supervision of the Country Production Manager, you will be tasked to offer technical support to growers to ensure seed production (from transplanting to seed extraction) according to targets of quality, quantity, timelines, and costs for farm-allocated crops and to record all out-grower production data.

Responsibilities:

• Organize the Out-Grower network activity follow-up visits.
• Maintain and ensure that the Out – Grower network production activities are at a good technical level.
• Ensure timely updating of the Master File data and present both weekly & monthly reports.
• Be an agronomist with green fingers.
• Organize and schedule grower’s plant deliveries. 
• Provide timely technical production advice to the growers on fertilizer and pesticides.
• Ensure crop follow-up for each grower regularly. 
• Ensure regular controls and follow-up during pollination and harvesting to avoid the presence of inbred and to guarantee rigorous process and labeling. 
• Ensure regular control and follow-up during the crop cycle to guarantee germination. 
• Create and regularly update the operation protocols.
• Visit Out-growers and ensure timely reporting on the crop status.
• Coordinating the production plan: transplanting activity of all male and female plants 
• Maintain complete and exhaustive reporting to the Production Manager and SSM (Hazera & Vilmorin).
• Respect the Company’s code of conduct and other policies. 
• Ensure Weekly & Monthly out-grower progress reports. 
• Follow all safety protocols as per the company safety policy.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture/Agricultural.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a similar position and seed production.
• Holder of a valid Driver’s license with good experience driving on Kenyan roads. 
• Fluent in both English and Swahili.
• Proficiency of Microsoft Office, user level.
• Good report writing and effective communication skills. 
• Adequate organization & planning skills. 
• Ability to work in a team: To be an active member of a working group with a positive attitude, good ease of communication, and actively participate in the search for solutions.
• Act with leadership, being proactive in providing timely and constructive feedback and providing a global overview.
• Ability to self-criticism and self-analysis: Recognize successes and errors, being transparent when communicating the latter to their superior. Actively collaborate in the solution of them and avoid their repetition. 
• Stress tolerance: Maintain self-control in the face of the pressure of multiple goals and deadlines and demonstrate a great emotional balance. 
• Flexibility and adaptability: Be able to modify your behavior and stay effective within a changing environment.  
• Punctuality and responsibility
• Able to work in an isolated area.

How to apply: If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Production Network Technician –Agriculture ) to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 7th July 2023.

2.

Position: Integrated Pest Management (IPM)/Production Supervisor

Location: Kericho

Recruiter / Employer: Sotik Tea Companies

About the Position: Inspect crops, fields, to determine conditions and need for cultivating, spraying, weeding, or harvesting

Responsibilities:

• Inspect crops, fields, to determine conditions and need for cultivating, spraying, weeding, or harvesting.
• Ensure that all the IPM programs are in place, from monitoring, identification, control, and evaluation of pest and diseases.
• Assign duties, such as cultivation, irrigation, or harvesting of crops, product packaging or grading, or equipment maintenance to workers 
• Observe workers to detect inefficient or unsafe work procedures or to identify problems, initiating corrective action as necessary.
• Review work to evaluate quality and quantity needs.
• Plan, supervise and train workers on crop production programs such as planting, fertilizing, and pest or weed control.
• Prepare reports regarding farm conditions, crop yields, or labor plans.
• Tracking stock levels of farm inputs such as crop protection products, fertilizer and farm tools and reporting to unit manager for order.
• Issue farm inputs, equipment, farm tools and collecting them after the task is complete 
• Report grievances and disputes among company employees to the unit manager. 
• Assist the management in developing plans or procedures pertaining crop production techniques, protection and nutritional needs or cultivating techniques.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in general agriculture, horticulture
• Minimum 2 years’ experience (previous experience in berries/avocado will be and added advantage)
• Knowledge of certification standards such as global gap, smeta , Kenya Standard 1758:2016 (Ks1758)
• Knowledge in computer applications
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication skills either given verbally or in written to all members up or downstream.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Attention to details.
• Be a team player.
• Good and proven administrative and management skills.
• Excellent people and Industrial Relations skills.

How to apply: BrighterMonday

3.

Position: Factory Production Assistant 

Location: Kericho

Recruiter / Employer: Sotik Tea Companies

About the Position: To perform and oversee production shift, manufacture of product to meet/exceed customer expectations

Responsibilities:

• Control/optimize manufacture to achieve/meet quality specifications and buyer/customer expectation.
• Ensure Greenleaf supplied from out growers and estate is of the right quality, ensure quality tracking during processing.
• Monitoring the process performance across the production chain and report any anomalies to the relevant parties i.e. Engineering, Field etc. Also advice on machine units that required attention during planned machine maintenance by the engineering team.
• Hourly Dyer mouth teas tasting and Quality assessment of invoice samples and type samples and cataloging. 
• Plan and coordinate production shifts. In terms of staff utilization, management of production desired performance indicators and smooth running of production processes.
• Supervision of production labour and production activities and ensure processing records are updated during the production shift reports.
• Ensure Monitoring of Critical Control Points and recording of desired parameters for CCP stations and Prerequisites programs in ensuring a safe tea product.
• Oversee sampling and packing of teas, inspection and sealing of containers, dispatch of teas and tea samples 
• Conducting monthly tea stock take and compiling of stock take report.
• Supervise cleanliness and ensuring production is done under a clean environment.
• Assist in performance of process trials as directed by factory management
• Coordinate response in case of emergency as per emergency response procedure and alert relevant parties.
• Conducting training to employees i.e. on health and safety, work procedures, food safety, company policies and any other training as need arises.
• Ensure healthy and safety rules and regulations are adhered to during the shift and all matters related to this are dealt with using the available resources within the company in line with the company’s health and safety policy.
• Ensure proper use of company’s resources to guarantee best operating cost and also work within the stipulated production budget.
• To play an active role in the company’s continuous improvement plans to achieve plans for future growth within the company.
• Preparing various production reports i.e. shift reports, leaf quality analysis, CTC roller performance, Input for production monthly reports and any report as instructed by the factory manager.
• During holidays and weekends, the production assistants facilitates smooth running of allocated tasks by Engineering, contractors and production in the absence of the concerned managers.
• Handling employee’s disputes and concerns, taking disciplinary actions in line with the CBA and also recommend for further action to higher authority.
• Guiding of company authorized visitors during tours within the factory premises as directed by the factory Manager.
• Production Assistants link the unionisable staff and top management and across other departments associated with production.
• Carry out management duties when assigned on standby as per the duty roster schedule.
• Liaison with factory manager  in day to day running of production activities
• Oversee running of the factory when the concerned manager is not present.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by factory manager.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

• Degree in either Chemical Engineering, Food Science & Technology, or Production Engineering with at least SEVEN (5) years experience in a similar role.
• Must have worked in the tea industry.
• Knowledge of food safety management system ISO22000:2005.
• Knowledge in computer applications
• Problem solving and trouble shooting skills.
• Good communication skills either given verbally or in written to all members up or down stream.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Attention to details.
• Be a team player.
• Good and proven administrative and management skills.
• Excellent people and Industrial Relations skills.
• High level of integrity.
• Self-Motivation, with the ability to motivate others.

How to apply: BrighterMonday

4.

Position: Fertigation / Irrigation Supervisor

Location: Kericho

Recruiter / Employer: Sotik Tea Companies

About the Position: Ensure smooth running of the pump houses by developing and strictly adhering to approved maintenance schedule for each equipment

Responsibilities:

• Ensure smooth running of the pump houses by developing and strictly adhering to approved maintenance schedule for each equipment
• Inspect greenhouse and field facilities to determine maintenance needs.
• Organize regular sampling of water, route them for analysis in accordance with the policies of the GAP and discuss with the unit manager on the appropriate corrective measures based on the analysis results 
• Coordinate with production supervisor to ensure timely mixing of fertilizers 
• Accurate update of daily irrigation records.
• Assist in generating monthly irrigation reports
• Strictly supervise and ensure that fertilizer salts/elements are accurately measured and properly mixed in the correct stock tanks according to the instruction in the recipe.
• Follow up and ensure that the programmed fertilizer solution EC, pH and volumes are realized in the field by measuring the drain and drip samples after every feeding
• Regularly monitor the nutrients values in the plant tissue by sending the tissue, drip solution and drain solution samples to approved plant nutrients laboratory testing lab for analysis and in consultation with the unit manager take the corrective measures whenever necessary.
• Closely monitor the fertilizer stock levels and inform the unit manager in case the quantity of any fertilizer falls below the required minimum

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in Horticulture; Agriculture /Agriculture Engineering; Diploma in Agriculture Engineering/Agriculture.
• 2 years in a similar job in an agricultural set up.
• Supervision and training.
• Maintenance, servicing and repair of Irrigation/Fertigation equipment.
• Knowledge in computer applications
• Problem solving and trouble shooting skills.
• Good communication skills either given verbally or in written to all members up or down stream.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Attention to details.
• Be a team player.
• Good and proven administrative and management skills.
• Excellent people and Industrial Relations skills.

How to apply: BrighterMonday

5.

Position: Bee Keeper

Location: Kericho

Recruiter / Employer: Sotik Tea Companies

About the Position: Inspecting hives for signs of disease or infestation, such as parasites or mites, in order to identify potential problems early on

Responsibilities:

• Inspecting hives for signs of disease or infestation, such as parasites or mites, in order to identify potential problems early on
• Inspecting hives to determine the health status of bees and colonies
• Keeping detailed records of honey production levels, hive activity, and colony health
• Providing nutritional supplements to the colony during times of stress, such as during winter months when natural food sources are scarce
• Harvesting honey from the hives and packaging it for sale
• Order supplies and equipment as needed
• Build and maintain beehives
• Install new bee colonies
• Train new beekeepers
• Conduct research on bee behavior and colony management
• Advocate for bee conservation efforts

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma  in agriculture or related field.
• 2 years of beekeeping experience.
• Supervision and training.
• Problem solving and trouble shooting skills.
• Good communication skills either given verbally or in written to all members up or down stream.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Attention to details.
• Be a team player.
• Good and proven administrative and management skills.
• Excellent people and Industrial Relations skills.

How to apply: BrighterMonday

6.

Position: Avocado Propagation Supervisor

Recruiter / Employer: Shalimar Kenya Limited

About the position: He / She will be tasked with the duty of Managing the operational activities of the Farm, managing the team and ensuring operational plans are implemented and outcomes achieved.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements: 

• Degree or Diploma in an agricultural related discipline.
• At least 3 years’ experience in grafting techniques.
• Must have had firsthand experience in Crop Husbandry.
• Good Knowledge of Avocado Cultural propagation practices.
• Health & Safety awareness and experience in the implementation.
• Experience in managing and working within a set budget.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Competency in MS- Office and Excel.

Responsibilities: 

• Management of the propagation unit including all staff and operations
• Knowledge of nursery operations including and not limited to seed growing, seed bed preparation, potting, shade watering, transplanting etc
• Basic knowledge on tree nutrition, pest and disease management.
• Knowledge on plant propagation techniques with bias on fruit trees including Avocado, mangoes, passion fruits, macadamia etc.
• Knowledge of nursery and field grafting.
• Proper record keeping.
• Report grower production data for reconciliation purposes
• Ensure compliance to Farm safety operating procedures of staff for all equipment and machinery on site and maintain the Farm facilities to a compliant standard.
• Develop and train the team of staff for the operations.

How to apply: BrighterMonday

Qualified & Interested candidates can share their CVs via Apply Now on or before 15th July 2023.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

7.

Position: Avocado Farm Manager

Recruiter / Employer: Shalimar Kenya Limited

About the Position: He / She will be tasked with the duty of Managing the operational activities of the Farm, managing the team and ensuring operational plans are implemented and outcomes achieved.

Responsibilities:

• Management of the Farm including all staff and operations
• Liaise with the Group Avocado Manager and ensure that requirements are met.
• Leadership and direction in the Farm processes and documentation.
• Develop & Implement crop planning and scheduling of supply budgets
• Analyze and report on post-harvest financial parameters established for the Farm.
• Report grower production data for reconciliation purposes
• Ensure compliance to Farm safety operating procedures of staff for all equipment and machinery on site and always maintain the Farm facilities to a compliant standard.
• Develop and train the team of staff for the different operations.
• Manage plant and equipment, building assets and maintenance schedules.
• Manage and ensure all Farm technical specifications are implemented, managed, recorded, monitored, and audited.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in an agricultural related discipline.
• At least 5 years’ experience working within the Avocado industry.
• Must have had firsthand experience in Crop Husbandry.
• Health & Safety awareness and experience in the implementation.
• Experience in managing and working within a set budget.
• A good understanding of numerical or financial information
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Competency in MS- Office and Excel.

How to apply: BrighterMonday

Qualified & Interested candidates can share their CVs via Apply Now on or before 15th July 2023.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

8.

Position: Plant Breeder – Groundnut, Eastern and Southern Africa 

Location: Nairobi, Kenya, or a mutually agreed location within the target region.

Recruiter / Employer: The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT)

Terms of Recruitment: The position is for an initial fixed-term of three (3) years, after which further employment is subject to performance and the continued availability of funds. CIMMYT’s internationally competitive salary and benefits include housing allowance, car, comprehensive health and life insurance, assistance for children’s education, paid vacation, annual home travel airfare, contribution to a retirement plan, and generous assistance with relocation shipment.

About the position: The objective of this position is to enable truly collaborative CGIAR-NARS breeding programs that accelerate the rate of genetic gain and increase the varietal turnover rate of groundnut in the target region. The scientist will work with NARS, CGIAR initiatives, such as Excellence in Breeding (EiB), and other stakeholders to develop modern and effective breeding, and variety deployment strategies. The successful candidate must be committed to developing and enabling CGIAR-NARS coordinated breeding networks, which will include other value chain partners and collaborators. This position will report to the Breeding Pipeline Modernization Expert.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

• PhD in Plant Breeding/ Genetics/ Quantitative genetics with a minimum of 5 years of public or private sector breeding.
• Experience in applying quantitative genetics principles to breeding.
• Demonstrated successful experience as a groundnut breeder is highly desired.
• Knowledge and experience using genomics and latest breeding technologies is highly desired.
• Strong networking and facilitating skills, with focus on enabling and empowering others to succeed.
• Demonstrated ability to work in multicultural and diverse environments.
• Successful experience and commitment to inclusive research design and implementation.

Other requirements:

• Fluency in verbal and written English is essential.
• Must be willing to travel frequently both internationally and domestically.
• Experience of managing staff and budget is desirable.

The selected candidate must exhibit the following competencies: 

• Problem Solving 
• Decision Making 
• Critical Thinking
• Client Orientation 
• Communication 
• Team Leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and lead the breeding activities for the CGIAR component of the CGIAR-NARS network.
• Design and implement an effective collaborative breeding strategy to develop elite breeding material, and a product advancement process to identify candidate new varieties for targeted market segments and product profiles.
•  With NARS and selected other partners, identify, obtain, and develop appropriate germplasm to sustain breeding programs.
• In association with multidisciplinary network scientist & staff, EiB, and partners, develop modern population improvement and testing strategies.
• Co-ordinate the development of a stage-wise multi-environment product performance testing strategy, data analysis and advancement process, which is aligned with crop market segments, TPEs or agroecologies.
• Ensure cost effective breeding operations, and standard operating procedures that deliver agreed quality and performance indicators.
• Develop strong partnerships with national public breeding programs to collaboratively identify critical germplasm, product needs and define complementary breeding objectives.
• Enable and actively support the regional crop network to collaboratively plan and implement breeding activities that balance the development of individual and shared network germplasm products, and builds capacity to share knowledge, best practices, training, etc.
• Support and contribute to product profile development and seed system activities in the region.
• Contribute to or lead the development of research proposals and other fundraising activities.
• Lead or contribute to publication of research results in international, refereed journals..

How to apply: The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT)

Screening and follow up of applications will begin on Monday, July 24th, 2023. Applications must include a CV and a cover letter. Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration.

For further information on the selection process, please contact Ariadna Espinosa, at a.espinosa@cgiar.org<mailto:a.espinosa@cgiar.org>

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

This position will remain open until filled.

CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity. Women are encouraged to apply. 

9.

Position: Consultancy for digitalization learning materials for the Promoting Resilience and Food Security through Risk-Contingent Credit (RCC) project in Kenya

Location: Nairobi (Kenya)

Recruiter / Employer: International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)

Terms of Recruitment: Consultancy

About the position: The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is contracting a consultant to develop digital training materials for Promoting Resilience and Food Security through Risk-Contingent Credit (RCC) project in Kenya.  RCC is a financial product that embeds within its structure an insurance protection where qualifying smallholder farmers are able to borrow agricultural production loans from formal financial institutions with minimum to no collateral. The long-term purpose of RCC is to promote resilience and investment opportunities among smallholders by promoting sustainable access to rural credit markets and enhancing agricultural investment. The project is being implemented in Kenya, Ethiopia, and Zambia. In Kenya, the product is being implemented in partnership with University of Greenwich, Leibniz Institute of Agricultural Development in Transition Economies, Equity Bank, Family Bank and APA insurance across three counties: Machakos, Muran’ga, and Embu. To promote gender equality in reach and benefits, the project seeks to develop training materials that support equality in learning among men and women smallholder farmers. We are therefore seeking to work with a consultant who will develop animated, video-based learning materials that are easily accessible and understood by our target farmers.

Scope of work:

The consultant will provide support in designing the script of the videos and digitalizing the content. This will include the following:

• Support the IFPRI staff in writing the script of the video,
• Provide guidance on how to incorporate the different gender aspects into the training materials,
• Provide guidance on tailoring the content to make it suitable for smallholder farmers,
• Provide guidance on the right length of the script without compromising quality and content,
• Translate the video to Kikuyu and Kamba language,
• Digitalize the materials in an animated version,
• Support the IFPRI staff in testing the videos with the target farmers,
• Support farmers in accessing the videos on their phone.

Required qualifications for individual applicant or lead in organizational applicant:

• Masters’ degree in media and communication, or related field,
• Demonstrated professional experience in developing animated content,
• Demonstrated professional experience in developing digital content for farmers,
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
• Fluent in Kikuyu and Kamba language,
• Experience in the area of climate risk management
• Experience in working in sub-Saharan Africa.

How to apply: unjobnet

Please upload a cover letter, CV/company profile, and samples of previous related work (maximum 3)

Deadline: Open until Filled

10.

Position: Post Harvest Supervisor (Flowers Packhouse)

Location: Trans Nzoia

Recruiter / Employer: Mount Elgon Orchards Ltd

Salary:  Sh 15,000 – 30,000

About the Position: The position holder will ensure quality control throughout the post-harvest process in order to produce homogeneous flowers of the standard quality level consistent with the client’s requirements while producing reliable and timely production reports as per the set parameters.

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring that post harvesting standards and quality controls are fully implemented efficiently within the laid down procedures;
• Oversee and ensure raw material handlers’ process flowers as per raw material standard operating procedures and raw material customer specification and ensure the quality requirements for orders processed are achieved;
• Ensure proper use of bar coding system in co-ordination with Export and IT department;
• Implement the time schedule and produce packing list that will inform export and production department;
• Be responsible for staff management including training, time management and performance, disciplinary in liaison with the HR Department;
• Ensure smooth and efficient communication among all personnel in the Pack house;
• Report any system and/or process failure to the Pack house manager;
• Report any cases of indiscipline  or breach of company regulations by the workers to the Pack house manager; 
• Ensure that facilities provided in the area are properly utilized with the intended purpose, kept clean and well maintained;
• Ensure on daily basis that pack house workers adhere to company policy on pack house hygiene as well as health and safety;
• Ensure proper recording of daily grading is done and the pack house performance is continuously improved.
• Get instructions from the manager on market expectations and demand quality;
• Plan work schedules and allocate work accordingly;
• Follow up to ensure instructions are being well executed;
• Enforce the set performance standards and production targets while ensuring all the workers meet the target;
• Ascertain the standard of the flowers received from the farm and give feedback to both the manager and the field on cut Stage, Timing, Disease, pest and damages;
• Consistently check quality of flowers as they are being graded so as to be sure that employees export best quality flowers;
• Train, motivate and maintain the work discipline to foster team work;
• Hold weekly meeting with the teams and QCs and plan for a way forward;
• Enforce the company health and safety standards

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

• Degree /Diploma in Floriculture, Horticulture, or Agriculture Sciences;
• At least 4 years’ experience in flower pack house management;
• Computer literacy;
• The ideal candidate must have post-harvest experience including harvesting, cooling, grading, packaging, and shipping of flowers

Other Skills and Competencies:

• Strong people management skills, Self-motivated with a results-driven approach;
• Must be a good communicator, good problem-solving skills and a team player;
• Proficiency in record keeping, data analysis and computer skills;
• Strong planning and leadership qualities;

How to apply: BrighterMonday

11.

Position: Consultancy to undertake Capacity Building on Financial Literacy (Eligible to Individual National Consultants only)

Location: Nairobi

Recruiter / Employer: Micro Enterprises Support Programme Trust

Objectives of the Assignment:

The objectives of this consultancy is to undertake

• Developing common understanding of the assignment from different stakeholders through inception meetings.
• Training of identified community trainers as ToTs for purposes of delivering financial education/literacy to youth groups in Kakamega, Vihiga, Kisumu, Bungoma and Siaya Counties.
• Review existing training material and develop a harmonized financial education/ literacy training manual to be used by the trained ToTs.

Specific Objectives

The objectives of the consultancy are to:

1. Participate in inception meetings between MESPT and other stakeholders ( GIZ, Youth group leaders and Community trainers).
2. Sensitization of the community trainers on the assignment and deliverables in a two-day workshop where review of existing training material shall be undertaken.
3. Harmonization and development of training g material to be applied in the entire training for standardization. This shall be coupled with necessary tools, case studies, role plays etc.
4. To undertake TOT training on financial education/ literacy and equip 40 community trainers with key aspects of financial literacy and practical models of delivering the training:

• Under open door vs class room set up;
• Phased delivery and lead time between trainings;
• Assessment of results- (what is appropriate lead time before commencement of assessment of results).
• How frequent should the training be delivered to the same group of participants to achieve maximum results?
• Develop role plays to demonstrate various aspects of financial literacy.

1. Deliver initial financial literacy training sessions for identified groups covering but not limited to the following:

• Setting financial goals
• Managing money smartly
• Understanding savings methods and avenues
• Use and Management of Credit Facilities
• Risk management and Insurance
• Develop a strategy with the community trainers for the sustainability of the established groups
• Develop a consolidated final report on the toolkit and trainings, giving recommendations for the future.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

• Consultant Requirements
• In-depth knowledge and experience in Development finance, financial inclusion, Enterprise development, Youth development and coaching and/or Agricultural Value Chain Development.
• Experience and track record in curriculum development (modules preparation) and training (experience of providing similar training(s).
• Demonstrated understanding of concepts for financial education/literacy training and delivery mechanisms.
• Experience in Adult learning skills and training methodologies
• 3 References for similar assignments for the past 5 years, with contact details.
• Degree in business course and relevant technical experience.

(Certification of National Industrial Training Authority and master’s degree will be an added advantage)

How to apply: reliefweb

Deadline: 7 Jul 2023

12.

Position: Senior Programme Officer – Climate Justice

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Recruiter / Employer: ACT Alliance

Duties and responsibilities:

• Supports the implementation of the ACT Alliance Africa Adaptation Advocacy project, its monitoring and reporting, under the guidance of the Global Climate Justice Programme Manager.
• Provides assistance and coordination of ACT national and regional forums on climate-related topics and programming.
• Assists coordination of regional Communities of Practice on Climate change.
• Supports the advocacy and engagement of ACT Alliance in the context of UN processes, such as the UNFCCC, and others as appropriate.
• This role will entail 10% travel.

Technical guidance, advice, and substantive leadership

• Support the undertaking of research, analysis, and evaluation of climate change intersections with social, economic, and humanitarian issues, and advise Global Climate Justice Programme Manager and team as appropriate.
• Help coordinate regional ACT Alliance’s climate change policy and advocacy work, campaigning, including policy briefs, position papers, information sharing, capacity building of members and forums, engaging with relevant international processes under the UNFCCC, and others as appropriate.
• Provide assistance and coordination of ACT Alliance regional climate structures.
• Provides assistance and coordination of ACT national and regional forums on climate-related topics and programming.

Project management

• Assist in overseeing and implementing the “Adaptation Advocacy project’’ including its activities and related internal and external communications monitoring and reporting, as well as supporting budget management of the project finances.
• Develop a draft workplan, standards for measuring progress and results, and determine the processes, tools, and methodologies to be used to ensure effective and efficient project implementation.
• Monitor the different steps and stages of project implementation and timely actions to ensure results are achieved.
• Plan and oversee the implementation of required project evaluation to address any design or implementation issues.
• Facilitate the preparation for meetings and other designated forums and follow up on all decisions taken to ensure implementation and/or timely action.
• Regularly monitor regional ACT climate projects and other initiatives.
• Contribute to the preparation and finalisation of ACT climate programme reports.

Knowledge and capacity building

• Support the various structures at regional and national levels, and work closely with ACT Alliance members and partners at regional and national level to help build ACT member and group capacities, and to facilitate increased collaboration and joint initiatives.
• Develop and disseminate knowledge products to strengthen Secretariat and forum capacity on issues of climate justice.
• Contribute to the climate justice module of the ACT Advocacy Academy.
• Competences and behaviours
• Committed to the values of the ACT Alliance and takes pride in delivering on agreed priorities according to the highest standards individually and as part of a global team.
• Proactively finds innovative and creative solutions, is efficient and reliable, adapts to change and uncertainty, is decisive and acts with integrity.
• Builds effective internal and external relationships, involves others when solving problems and treats others with consideration and respect in an alliance where faith is a key ingredient of people’s lives.
• Passion for building and developing core skills for the role and contributes knowledge outside of immediate own role.

Working relationships

• The candidate will be required to nurture and maintain relevant existing regional and national relationships.
• Internally, the Senior Programme Officer – Climate Justice will report to the Global Climate Justice Programme Manager, and collaborate closely with the advocacy, programmes and communications teams as well as the regional representatives.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

• At least 5 years’ experience in a project coordination, advocacy and/or campaigns role, including international experience in a network setting.
• Good understanding of global civil society working environment and multilateral processes within the UN with a particular focus on UNFCCC and the UN sustainable development and disaster risk reduction agenda.
• Strong knowledge about climate mitigation, adaptation and loss and damage.
• Experience in engaging with regional processes and governments including facilitating multi-stakeholder communications and dialogues.
• Experience working with the faith sector is desirable.
• Advanced degree in climate change and environment studies, development studies, international relations, or any other relevant discipline preferred. Demonstrable knowledge and experience will be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
• Ability to work in multi-cultural situations and/or multi-locational settings using a flexible, collaborative approach.
• Proven capacity to build and maintain trust among diverse groups towards consistent collaborative work.
• Highly organised, with strong project management skills.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and undertaking capacity-building initiatives.
• Ability to manage one’s own work and time within the context of multiple responsibilities and projects, and a demonstrated capacity to work under pressure to deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Good knowledge of French is an asset.

How to apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send only their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, to recruitment@actalliance.org by 24/07/2023 (24.00 CET). Please put “[name of position]” in the subject line and name your documents: “Firstname lastname CV” and “Firstname lastname Cover letter”. 

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please note that ACT adheres to the SCHR misconduct scheme https://www.schr.info/the-misconduct-disclosure-scheme. As part of reference checking, ACT will contact the current and former employer(s) of the preferred candidate, asking them to complete a Statement of Conduct form.