Weekly Roundup of agri Jobs-17th Aug, 2023

Position: Field Operations & Technical Manager

Location: Kenya

Recruiter / Employer: Corporate Staffing

About the Position:

Corporate Staffing Services is a leading recruitment agency in Kenya providing complete recruitment services. In the last ten years we have been partners to local and foreign businesses looking to hire Kenyan professionals. We have recruited for diverse clients in different sectors and industries.

Responsibilities:

Overall supervision of agronomists, farm supervisors, and other field workers by providing proper leadership, guidance, and control in order to have an effective field operation.
The employee will have a leading role in implementing the company’s ongoing and proposed projects amongst the farmer’s schemes e.g. permaculture, living wages and Living Incomes, and agroforestry.
Increase fruit production and quality by amongst other intervention measures ensure proper adoption of agreed farming practices amongst the growers notably pests and diseases management.
Equip producers with knowledge, awareness on organic farming principles, better avocado orchard management and certifications for organic, Global Gap, Fairtrade and SMETA, through farmer trainings and other relevant instruments.
Develop production protocols for the commercialized crops.
Oversee the company’s passion fruit growing and other proposed project.
Communicate effectively about the company’s farmer development model, plans etc. to farmers, project stakeholders and the wider public to advance its vision and mission.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

A minimum degree in BSC crops, agriculture, or horticulture Professional Experience.
Minimum of 3 – 7 years’ experience working with small-holder farmers in commercial-oriented schemes or a large-scale farm enterprise is necessary.
Demonstrable agronomic skills in fruit orchard management especially avocados and passion fruits.
Abilities to train farmers, peers and disseminate good agricultural practices and adoption thereof with emphasize to environmental sound practice.
Conversant or working experience with either Global Gap/Grasp or EU organic standards in busy farming environment.
Abilities to use MS office suite.
Excellent communication skills both oral and written in the English language.
A highly organized individual with minimum supervision.
Demonstrable creativity and strategic thinking.
Good leadership and managerial skills are a requisite.
Goal achievement orientation and self-starter.
Passion for social economic impact amongst poor producers.
A valid driving license.
The job will entail intensive travel in the growing sites

How to apply: Submit your CV, copies of relevant documents and Application to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke

Use the title of the position as the subject of the email

Deadline: 24 August. 2023

Position: Category Manager – Seeds Business

Location: Nairobi

Recruiter / Employer: Rose Avenue Consulting Limited

About the Position: Our Client, a well-established group in agricultural services in the region, are seeking to hire a Category Manager – Seeds Business. The position will be accountable for the seeds product category, ensuring delivery of GP and product development pipeline.

Responsibilities:

All seeds supplier relationships – Maintain & Develop existing suppliers and breeders, seek alternative suppliers or breeders as required, ensure the Company is distributor of choice in Kenya for Global seed breeders and suppliers, and seek out global breeding programmes to deliver continuous improvement for Kenyan growers and farmers.
Cost price negotiation, utilizing volume, pack size, packaging, branding, annual forecast and long term strategic collaborations to achieve best cost price for the Company.
Timely product availability to meet sales and customer demand, forecasting, ordering and supply chain logistics – in conjunction with Procurement officer
Oversight and delivery of seeds pipeline, commercial trials and product development
Internal and External promotion, training and marketing information to support sales teams & customers.
Provision of monthly volume, revenue & GP forecasting to the Commercial team.
Annual budget construction & delivery based upon existing product portfolio and anticipated pipeline
Solution driven management & timely resolution of customer complaints.
Category development through introduction of additional and complementary ranges to customer offer, enhancing Company’s leading position in the Agri-value chain.
Working with Area Managers and Sales Agronomists to drive sales through all channels
Additional responsibilities to meet needs of business as required from time to time.
Business support functions.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

Undergraduate and/or Masters Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture or Business Management
5+ years’ experience in Agri-Value chain in Seeds, Crop Protection or Crop Nutrition in East Africa
Must be computer literate
Valid Diving License
Willing to travel widely
Able to operate collaboratively in a team.

How to apply: Rose Avenue Consulting Limited

Deadline: 18 Aug, 2023

Position: Gatsby Africa, Graduate Trainee Programme – Aquaculture at Cedar Consulting Ltd

Location: Nairobi

Recruiter / Employer: Cedar Consulting Ltd

Terms of Employment: Gatsby Africa will support trainees with a monthly stipend for the duration of the programme.

About the Position: We are an advisory and training firm that partners with organisation’s to deliver tailored and bespoke solutions that address the people side of strategic and operational change. Our goal is to be East Africa’s leading people and change solution provider with global reach We are firm believers that its all about the people! People are pivotal to an organisation’s ability to deliver its strategic objectives and achieve organisational performance.

Responsibilities:

A twelve-month business placement with a leading fish farm. This will be a rotational placement, providing experience in a variety of different departments (nursery management, production data analytics, Human resource and administration, feed, marketing etc.).
Professional support and guidance from globally renowned experts and business leaders in the Aquaculture industry.
Regular mentorship sessions with a dedicated commercial aquaculture expert.
The opportunity to work alongside and learn from highly specialized teams such as aquaculture financing, fish health and environmental management systems.
Structured and targeted professional development opportunities, which can be accessed online, through tutorials, farm visits, and coaching programs.
A final assignment where trainees will be required to prepare a production model and analysis write-up.
Ultimately, you will gain world-class commercial expertise in business and aquaculture that will set you apart from your peers in a fast growing job market.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

A recent BSC degree of second upper class or higher distinction in one of the following subjects;
Fisheries and Aquaculture
Agriculture (preferably animal sciences)
Any biological science
Demonstrated ability in Microsoft Office programmes particularly Excel.
A methodical and accurate approach to their work with strong attention to detail
Strong communication skills
Strong analytical skills
The ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
A practical, hands-on approach with a willingness to roll their sleeves up and get involved.

How to apply: cedarafricagroup

Deadline: 31 August. 2023

Position: Field Research Technician III – Trialist CIMMYT

Location: Kiboko, Kenya

Recruiter / Employer: World Agroforestry Centre

Terms and conditions: This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) position and on competitive remuneration in local currency, commensurate with skills and experience.

Contract Length: The appointment will be for a period of two (2) years, inclusive of a six-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources.

About the Position: To provide support to the Scientist, by managing the AVISA regional trial network for AVISA Crops (g/nut, sorghum, millet, pigeon pea, Chickpea). This involves planning seed production for trials, packaging and distributing trials, ensuring trials are established in a timely manner, ship the germplasms to other testing site (in Tanzania, Ethiopia, Uganda, Rwanda and West Africa), trial data is collected and loaded onto a data management system, maintaining assets used for the work (vehicles, tablets for data collections, etc.)

Responsibilities:

Planning, Packing and Distribution of trials.

Estimate demand for trial seed production and work with AVISA Nursery and Seed Production (NSP) technician at Kiboko to coordinate production.
Maintain seed inventory and supervise short term trial seed storage at Kiboko.
Design and pack trials under the direction of crop breeding leads.
Coordinate shipment of trials to regional collaborators (Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Rwanda and other west African countries) for timely planting (obtain import permits, phyto permits, shipment quotes, SMTAs etc.)

Establishment Data Collection and Management of trials

Ensure trials are established on time (timely land prep, planting, fertilizer application etc.) at partner locations and planted according to the trial design.
Ensure trials are well managed (irrigated, weed control, pest and disease control etc.) and that there is frequent communication and backstopping support to trialing partners.
Manage accurate and timely data collection at different stages of the trials in the field and the nurseries.
Ensure accuracy of data entry and consolidation for analysis be the Scientist.
Learn and operate the Breeding Management System (BMS) or the Enterprise Breeding System (EBS) in order to manage routine operations, data upload, data curation, cleaning and preliminary analysis.
Implement timely digital data capture using the relevant tools and software as identified by AVISA management.
Take responsibility for increasing the accuracy and consistency of trial data across the AVISA network in ESA (Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Rwanda) and other west African countries).

Supervise casual labor.

Manage a team of casual labour at Kiboko to manage seed inventory, trial packaging, trial distribution.
Ensure the team receives the necessary training to conduct their tasks.
Maintaining safety and hygiene standards.
Preparing muster roll and submit to supervisor and accounts for payment processing.

Other Responsibilities

Assist / train regional trialing partners based on their needs (data collection, standardized nomenclature, use of digitization tools etc.) and in coordination with the supervisor.
Manage printing of packets, labels, tags and seed inventory
Establish and maintain contacts with collaborating organizations and partners.
Participate in exhibitions, demonstrations, and field days.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

BSc or MSc in Plant Breeding, Agricultural Sciences or biotechnology
Minimum two (2) years’ experience in managing agricultural field activities or research projects.
Thorough knowledge of the field of work or specialized equipment.
Basic knowledge of administrative and/or operating protocols and procedures of research support function.
Basic Supervisory skills and experience.
1 to 3 years – Requires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a discipline.
Ability to communicate orally on daily routine matters and to prepare brief reports or complete forms without assistance.
Sufficient competency to use the standard Windows-based software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and email used at CIMMYT with occasional assistance.
Ability to effectively use corporate systems and other specialized applications. (User)
Basic skills in Windows Operating System and LAN
Simple use of Complex systems.

Personal attributes and competencies

Ability to analyze data, situations or problems, evaluate possible courses of action and choose.
Take reasoned decisions, usually based on policy, established process, precedents, or common sense.
Decisions mostly about work processes – How to do rather than what to do.
Good report writing skills.
Familiarity with legumes and/or cereal crops and related research operations (pollination, data collection from trials and nurseries, running breeding and operational software, experience with genotyping sampling etc.) will be an advantage.
Ability to drive (manual gear) and travel independently in the region to monitor the trialing network.
Ability to manage labor, estimate labor demand, provide supervision and training to field staff to manage breeding research activities

How to apply:

Application process

Go to http://worldagroforestry.org/working-for-icraf/vacancies

CV and Cover Letter should be in PDF and Labelled with the applicant’s First and Second Names.

We will acknowledge all applications but will only contact short-listed candidates.

Deadline: 25 Aug 2023

Position: Warehouse Assistant

Location: Nairobi

Recruiter / Employer: SunCulture Kenya Ltd

About the Position: The role is essential to the efficient functioning of SunCulture warehouse operations. As a Warehouse Assistant, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks that contribute to the smooth running of our warehouse. Your primary duties will include receiving and inspecting incoming shipments, managing inventory, fulfilling customer orders accurately and efficiently

Responsibilities:

Receive and inspect and verify the accuracy of incoming shipments and any goods received at the warehouse
Ensure all orders are processed efficiently and that the delivery of materials meets customers’ expectations and business timelines
Organize and store solar products in designated warehouse bin locations.
Maintain weekly accurate inventory records using inventory management software and floor stocks.
Perform regular inventory counts and coordinate with the supervisor for reordering.
Generate shipping labels and necessary documentation on all dispatches.
Assist in routine maintenance of warehouse equipment.
Collaborate with the warehouse team to prioritize tasks and ensure smooth workflow.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

Diploma, Degree or equivalent required.
Minimum of 1-year experience in warehouse or logistics
Familiarity with solar equipment and components is a plus
Proficiency in using inventory management software
Attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to changing priorities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
And any other assigned duties by the line manager

How to apply: sunculture

Position: Chief of Party

Location: Nairobi

Recruiter / Employer: Chemonics

About the Position: The Chief of Party is responsible for leading all aspects of contract performance, guiding technical strategies and activities, integrating across components, driving results, and representing Chemonics’ activities to external audiences. We anticipate that the Chief of Party will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. Candidates should possess considerable successful experience in mobilizing finance and investment into programming with experience in expanding investments and operations in the agriculture sector. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities:

Directs implementation of the project’s strategic long-term vision, provides overall leadership, management, and technical direction for the USAID-funded private sector development activity.
Provides expertise in developing and executing locally led, sustainable business models for increasing sales and exports, in the agricultural sector.
Apply understanding of development assistance in agricultural services, market systems strengthening, to effectively lead and inform the activity’s technical implementation.
Build, manage, and maintain effective working relations with public and private stakeholders, local organizations, international organizations, private sector partners, civil society, and U.S. Government agencies.
Ensure compliance with all USAID rules and regulations, contract requirements, and Chemonics policies and systems.
Facilitates close collaboration and teamwork, including mentorship and development of staff, with attention paid to professional development opportunities.
Serves as the primary liaison between USAID, host-country government, stakeholders, implementing partners, and home office on all program related matters.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

Master’s Degree (or international equivalent) MSc, MBA, MPA, or equivalent.
A minimum of 8-10 years of senior-level experience in managing donor funded programs (USAID preferred).
Significant experience working with diverse stakeholders in agriculture finance, strategy consulting, private equity, venture capital, SME development, investment banking, or related sector, ideally in Africa.
Experience mobilizing agriculture investments using inclusive market-based approaches to agricultural development including experience leading negotiations and brokering deals.
Experience in the financial sector required including experience structuring financial instruments (blended finance, debt, equity) to improve access to finance, preferably in the agriculture sector.
Relevant experience in East Africa required, experience in Kenya strongly preferred.
Significant management experience demonstrated through team management, supervisory responsibilities, and general leadership experience.
Broad general and technical knowledge of the agriculture investment sector in Kenya.
Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.
Fluency in English with excellent oral and written communication skills required; proficiency in Kiswahili preferred.
This role is expected to be based in Nairobi, Kenya and it is anticipated that there will be significant in-country travel.

How to apply: Please apply by using this link. Applications must be submitted by August 20, 2023. Early applications encouraged. Kenya and EAC national applications encouraged. No telephone inquiries, please.

Position: Livelihood Officer

Location: Kitui

Recruiter / Employer: Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA)

About the Position:

The Livelihood Officer will, in consultation with the Project Manager, plan and take the lead in the effective execution of the livelihood-related project activities for the program as outlined in the project proposal, which includes but is not limited to skills, practices and capacities geared towards enhancing Improved low carbon, climate resilient economies in Kitui Rural, Kitui County-Kenya for enhanced well-being of communities, especially women, girls, and other vulnerable groups.

The Officer will be responsible for planning and implementing all program activities related to enhancing climate-resilient livelihoods in targeted landscapes, based on the sustainable use of biodiversity, especially for women, girls, and other vulnerable groups.

Responsibilities:

General Tasks:

Monitor and support timely and appropriate utilisation of budgeted resources for related project interventions and ensure effective and timely response plans.
Take the lead in community mobilisation and sensitisation as per the planned livelihood-related project activities.
Work closely with key stakeholders and community members in the establishment of beneficiary targeting criteria as well as identifying various vulnerable groups, disaggregating these groups on gender and age and developing a detailed beneficiary database.
Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports as per donor guidelines and ADRA Policy.
Work closely with key stakeholders to design appropriate training curricula as per the need and targeted training modules.
Coordinate with the Project manager to ensure that appropriate controls, monitoring and evaluation tools are in place and utilised promptly in the implementation process.
Contribute to the practical and timely implementation of all project livelihood activities.
Fostering partnerships and networks with stakeholders. e.g. the government ministries, relevant civil society organisations and community-based groups.
Prepare articles, stories and photographs that can be used to enhance the project’s image.

Other Tasks:

Provide support in project communication to ensure that all stakeholders are informed on an ongoing basis about the project’s objectives and activities, overall project progress, and opportunities for involvement in various aspects of the project’s implementation.
Ensuring that all relevant stakeholders are informed, aware of and supportive of the project goals and activities, and ADRA Kenya at large
Ensuring that all project targets are met within the set timelines
Reports delivered on time and in excellent quality and that all project inputs and activities are adequately documented and accounted for
Conduct engagement activities with local, regional, and national stakeholders forpolicy change and impacts on the ground
Perform other duties as deemed relevant to the assignment and advancement ofthe project objective by the supervisor

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agroforestry/Environmental studies, horticulture and project management or any other related area.

Experience

At least three (3) years experience in project implementation, management, focusing on dryland farming in ASALs, and documentation of lessons from project interventions.
A good understanding of the social-economic and environmental dynamics of the ASAL counties of Kenya, particularly Kitui County

How to apply: Suitably qualified and interested candidates should submit their applications through www.adra.ke. Applications sent through e-mail or any other means will NOT be accepted.

Deadline: August 24, 2023, at 5.00 pm

Position: Environment Officer (EO)

Location: Kitui Rural Sub-County-Kitui County

Recruiter / Employer: ADRA Kenya (the Adventist Development and Relief Agency Kenya)

Terms of Employment:

About the Position: The Environment Officer will, in consultation with the Project Manager, plan and take the lead in the effective execution of the environment-related project activities for the program as outlined in the project proposal, which includes but is not limited to skills, practices and capacities geared towards enhancing Improved low carbon, climate resilient economies in Kitui Rural, Kitui County-Kenya for enhanced well-being of communities, especially women, girls, and other vulnerable groups.

The Officer will be responsible for planning and implementing all program activities related to

enhancing the adoption of gender-responsive nature-based solutions in targeted landscapes, especially by women, girls, and other vulnerable groups, for improved biodiversity and climate change adaptation.

Responsibilities:

General Tasks:

i. Monitor and support timely and appropriate utilisation of budgeted resources for

related project interventions and ensure effective and timely response plans.

ii. Take the lead in community mobilisation and sensitisation as per the planned nature-

based solutions in targeted landscapes.

iii. Prepare the detailed project implementation and procurement plans for all (Farmer

Managed Natural Regeneration) FMNR and Enrichment Planting (EP) training.

iv. Identify, verify and document the target project farmers.

v. Design implementation strategies that are appropriate for the effective and quality

implementation of the project activities.

vi. Plan and coordinate FMNR and Biodiversity cross-learning visits and open days.

vii. With a lead from the Project Manager, identify and map out the relevant stakeholders

to the project and engage them as needed.

viii. Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports as per donor guidelines and ADRA

Policy.

ix. Work closely with key stakeholders to design appropriate/relevant training curricula as

needed and targeted training modules.

x. Coordinate with the Project manager to ensure that appropriate controls, monitoring

and evaluation tools are in place and utilised promptly in the implementation process.

xi. Contribute to effective and timely implementation of all project environment activities.

xii. Fostering partnerships and networks with stakeholders. e.g. the government

ministries, relevant civil society organisations and community-based groups.

xiii. Prepare articles, stories and photographs that can be used to enhance the project’s

image.

Other Tasks:

i. Provide support in project communication to ensure that all stakeholders are informed

on an ongoing basis about the project’s objectives and activities, overall project progress, and opportunities for involvement in various aspects of the project’s implementation.

ii. Ensuring that all relevant stakeholders are informed, aware of and supportive of the project goals and activities, and ADRA Kenya at large

iii. Ensure that all project targets are met within the set timelines.

iv. Accurately document all project inputs and activities and prepare timely and excellent reports.

v. Conduct engagement activities with local, regional, and national stakeholders for policy

change and impacts on the ground.

vi. Perform other duties as deemed relevant to the assignment and advancement of the

project objective by the supervisor.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

Education Bachelor’s degree in Environment, Agriculture, Agroforestry, Horticulture, Climate Change Studies and/or Project Management or any other related area. Experience in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) will be an added advantage.
Experience At least three (3) years experience in project implementation, management, focusing on environmental conservation in ASALs, and documentation of lessons from project interventions.
A good understanding of the social-economic and environmental dynamics of the ASAL counties of Kenya, particularly Kitui County
Competencies Strong research, analysis and M&E skills.
Ability to synthesise complex information and communicate it effectively to diverse audiences; ability to design and implement efficient workflows and procedures
Proven ability to plan, organise and effectively implement activities.
Proven experience in participatory processes and in facilitating dialogue among and between communities, development partners, the private sector, civil society, and government on sensitive matters

Desired Skills/Capabilities

Ability to coordinate and work in teams, as well as in complex environments.
Strong communication and advocacy skills.
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills.
Ability and proven multi-tasking experience, taking initiative and working effectively under pressure.
Fluency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including facilitation and cross-cultural communication.
Willingness to undertake fieldwork in and travel to remote areas of Kitui County

How to apply: Suitably qualified and interested candidates should submit their applications through www.adra.ke. Applications sent through e-mail or any other means will NOT be accepted.

Deadline: August 24, 2023, at 5.00 pm

Position: Associate Director – Agribusiness (2 positions)

Location: Nairobi

Recruiter / Employer: Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund (AECF)

Responsibilities:

Lead Agribusiness Strategy and Implementation

Be the go-to person for Agribusiness expertise for the institution, provide strategic direction for AECF’s Agribusiness sector, and develop an innovative and ambitious Agribusiness sector strategy with a clear focus on sub-sector interventions across Sub-Saharan Africa to scale up Agribusinesses and increase access to finance.
Champion new opportunities across the organization, working collaboratively to identify opportunities in the agribusinesses-energy nexus, remove key barriers and enable innovation to build sustainable agribusinesses.
Oversee the implementation (time, budget and deliverables) of the agribusiness strategy, putting in place tools, processes and systems to ensure the realization of the strategic objectives.
Closely collaborate with and support the Director of Programmes to amplify his efforts and function as a thought partner, switching between strategic and tactical priorities.
Lead the integration of AECF’s thematic areas of focus – climate, gender, youth and fragility – into the agribusiness strategy and ensure delivery of impact in the said thematic areas.

Program Implementation and Execution

Oversee all Agribusiness programs, ensuring consistent and quality delivery.
Ensure exceptional management of current agribusiness programs portfolio, and lead portfolio expansion – providing guidance and direction to the portfolio team on competitions, due diligence, structuring and execution of program activities.
Provide technical expertise to assure alignment of the Agribusiness portfolio with evolving sector development policies, government development objectives, other donor programs, and foreign policy priorities.
Provide oversight to planning and execution of portfolio activities to ensure that: implementation is on track; performance targets are being met; progress reporting is timely and accurate; and resources are utilized in an appropriate manner.
Lead and manage cross-functional initiatives in the agribusiness and agribusiness-energy nexus, ensuring outstanding results and a high level of quality in our programs and ensuring coherence between the Agribusiness portfolio and cross-cutting themes and approaches.
Lead regional and country operations, overseeing the composition and strengthening of the capabilities of the team.

Partnership Development

Maximize mobilization of funds (public and private sector donors including bilateral, multilateral, and foundation donors) and bring co-financier resources to support existing and new programs/products.
Lead origination, concept note and proposal development towards ensuring the diversification of the AECF programs and product portfolio.
Working with the partnerships team, identify and onboard partners that may accelerate investment, innovation and market access across regions, countries, and sub-sectors.
Manage relationships with main donors and partners at a global and country-level for Agribusiness programs.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

12+ years of relevant experience in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, private sector Agribusiness management, international trade or another relevant field, with at least 5 years at a senior management level.
Demonstrated rigorous understanding of the sub-Sahara Africa and global agribusiness context and ability to interact with key stakeholders from both public and private sectors.
Working knowledge of agriculture value chains, agribusiness finance, agribusiness-energy nexus, and Climate Smart Agriculture in sub-Saharan Africa.
Experience in the social impact investment space or private sector development, working with Agri-SMEs in different Agri value chains.
Excellent and visionary leader with great interpersonal skills to build a strong work ethic, impeccable integrity, and good judgment.
Interest and aptitude in prospecting, cultivating, and managing new donors.
Exceptional planning and analytical skills, ability to discern patterns and insights from research and internal/external data and focus on critical business issues.
High degree of initiative and energy, “can-do” attitude, flexibility, teamwork, and attention to detail.
Must be bi-lingual (English & French) for West Africa

How to apply: If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the relevant criteria for the role, please submit your application and CV quoting in the subject line of the Job Title “Associate Director – Agribusiness East & Southern Africa” or “Associate Director – Agribusiness West Africa” to recruitment@aecfafrica.org.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

10.

Position: Kenya Avocado Processing Supervisor (Fixed-term)

Location: Thika, Kenya

Recruiter / Employer: One Acre Fund

Contract Duration: 2 Years

About the Position: The mandate of the Market Access team is to start up agribusinesses that work for smallholder farmers, focusing on high value crops such as macadamia and avocados. As a member of the Market Access team, you contribute to program improvement to achieve our efficiency and scale goals.

One of the flagship Market Access projects enables avocado farmers by facilitating their Global GAP certification, sourcing from them at premium prices, packing high quality products according to international standards, and exporting globally to distribution partners in Europe and America. You will support the Market Access Team manage fruit packing processes to ensure production targets are met. You will lead a diverse team to meet customer expectations by providing excellent customer service and ensure repeat business through job scheduling, collaboration with extension and Aggregation, adherence to quality requirements, and ensuring production efficiency.

Responsibilities:

Manage the daily operations of the avocado processing facility, including overseeing production, quality control, and maintenance.
Supervise a team of processing technicians and ensuring that all employees are trained in proper food safety and sanitation procedures.
Maintain accurate records of production, inventory, and quality control, and reporting any issues to management.
Ensure that all equipment is maintained and serviced to minimize downtime.
Collaborate with other departments to improve production efficiency and reduce costs.
Develop and implement new processes to improve quality, productivity and safety.
Manage and motivate the team, setting performance targets, and ensuring that employees are aware of our goals.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local regulations related to food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety.

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

A minimum of a diploma or be a graduate from a recognized university preferably in an agricultural related discipline.
2 (two) years experience managing Avocados pack house/s or perishable pack houses.
Knowledge of fresh produce industry industrial relations.
Experience in factory and labor administration.
Have supervisory skills

Benefits

Health insurance, paid time off

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya

How to apply: One Acre Fund

Deadline: 25 September 2023

11.

Position: Administrative- Assistant Farm Manager

Location: Meru

Recruiter / Employer: Meru University of Science and Technology

Terms of Employment: The appointment will be for a contractual period of one (1) year renewable subject to satisfactory performance

About the Position:

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

Bachelor degree in Agriculture management or equivalent.
Computer proficiency.
Five years’ practical experience as a Farm Supervisor.
Fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

How to apply: Please use the link recruitment.must and follow the instructions carefully to submit your application.

Deadline: Sep 4, 2023

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Position: Technical Assistant III

Location: Mwea, Kenya

Recruiter / Employer: Field and Laboratory at International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

About the Position: The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Technical Assistant on behalf of International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) to provide support in the day-to-day operations of experiments and research activities.

Responsibilities:

Purpose

Provide support in the day-to-day operations of experiments and research activities, including preparation of materials, setting trials in the field/screenhouse/greenhouse/laboratory, from seeding, harvesting to seed processing to ensure that research standards of quality assurance are met
Perform specific procedures related to experiments/research studies (e.g. preparation of hydroponic solutions for screening, setting of field trials, monitor pests and diseases, maintain seed supply of experimental material, taking measurements for growth and yield assessments to quantify effects of abiotic stresses etc. in field and greenhouse trials)
Compile and review sample collection for processing

Engagement

Provide timely support to contract workers in the field/screenhouse/greenhouse/laboratory to ensure smooth operations and efficiency-monitoring.
Provide support for training of scholars, farmers, extension workers and interns to ensure maximum and effective transfer of knowledge

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

Diploma in the Agriculture with 2 years of relevant work experience
Basic knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel) or other softwares
Experience in rice production and practices of plant breeding in rice
Experience with field data collection, sample processing and archiving
Understanding of health and safety in the workplace and good working practices
Good oral and written communication skills
Good interpersonal skills Ability to ride a motorcycle on the field and have a valid license for this category or be willing to learn it
Knowledgeable in milling rice samples, grading, post-harvest handling and working in a grain quality lab will be considered an asset

How to apply: Go to https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/576857 to apply

Deadline: Aug 29, 2023

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Position: Chief Technologist Grade 12, Department of Land Resource Management and Agricultural Technology – LAMART

Location: Nairobi

Recruiter / Employer: The University of Nairobi

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will among other assignments be expected to provide technical leadership, manage teaching & research facilities in both fields and laboratories, organize practical sessions for both under and post graduate students and supervise technical staff, guide students exchange programmes.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

Applicants shall be holders of either an MSc. degree in any of the following fields: Applied Agricultural and Forestry Sciences, Range Management, Land and Water Resource Management, Geographic Information Systems & Remote Sensing or equivalent qualifications from a recognized Learning Institution plus five (5) years’ experience at the level of Senior Technologist grade DEF (8/9/10)..or either a Bachelor of Science degree or Higher Diploma in any of the following fields: Applied Agricultural and Forestry Sciences, Range Management, Land and Water Resource Management, Geographic Information Systems & Remote Sensing or equivalent qualifications from a recognized learning Institution plus seven (7) years’ experience at the level of Senior Technologist grade DEF (8/9/10).

How to apply:

Applicants should email their application letters, certified copies of certificates and curriculum vitae (CV) giving details of their qualifications, experience and three (3) referees, as well as indicating their telephone and e-mail contacts.

Applications and related documents should be forwarded to the Director, Human Resource, University of Nairobi.

Applicants should state their current designations, salaries and other benefits attached to those designations.

The application letter must bear the reference code indicated in the advertisement.

Late applications will not be considered.

Applications should be emailed as one file in PDF

Send your application to recruit-ctdolrmaat@uonbi.ac.ke

Deadline: Friday, August 25, 2023

14.

Position: Agronomy Graduate Management Trainee Program

Location: Kajiado

Recruiter / Employer: Ngong Veg Limited

Terms of Employment: The Graduate Management Trainee program will take place over a period of Six (6) months.

About the Position: The program is an initiative that seeks to develop young talent through training and capacity building.

The program targets fresh university graduates from local universities.

At the end of this period, the trainees will be evaluated for permanent employment depending on opportunity and the trainee’s performance.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

Minimum bachelor’s degree minimum 2nd lower class from a recognized university in an Agricultural -related field.
A first-class honor will be an added advantage.
Must have graduated in the last 2 years. Those scheduled to graduate soon must present a letter confirming completion and the date of intended graduation, indicating the honors they expect to be awarded.
MUST be 27 years and below.
MUST be a team player, with good communication skills, eager to learn, and highly adaptable to different environments.

How to apply: ngongveg

Deadline: Sep 14, 2023

15.

Position: Trainee Technologist IV, Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection

Location: Nairobi

Recruiter / Employer: University of Nairobi

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be expected to maintain field demo plots, green houses, gardens and assist laboratory technologists

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

Applicants must be holders KCSE mean grade C or equivalent (those who joined the university before 2007 will be considered with the KCSE grades they already have) plus three (3) years experience as Technical/laboratory Assistant Grade II/ III or equivalent position.

How to apply:

Applications and related documents should be forwarded to the Director, Human Resource, University of Nairobi.

Applicants should state their current designations, salaries and other benefits attached to those designations.

The application letter must bear the reference code indicated in the advertisement.

Late applications will not be considered.

Applications should be emailed as one file in PDF

Send your application to recruit-ttdopsacp@uonbi.ac.ke

Deadline: August 25, 2023

16.

Position: Foodscape Program Director

Location: Nanyuki Town, Kenya

Recruiter / Employer: The Nature Conservancy’s (TNC)

About the Position: Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together.

We’re looking for someone who is passionate and a motivated problem-solver. Our team in Africa is dedicated to protect the continent’s unique natural wonders, improve peoples’ lives and create vibrant and sustainable economies. Join us!

Responsibilities:

Lead the successful implementation of the operations and initiatives under CHEF to obtain the program planned results.
Supervise and coach CHEF staff and consultants and oversee/ensure integration of all the technical work.
Serve as primary contact for the program, ensuring strong TNC internal coordination with other relevant programs and offices.
Apply design thinking to CHEF strategic planning and obtain any required approvals at key decision points.
Provide financial management oversight, analyze budgets, and provide updates to the BU on budget expenditures.
Establish the required connections with key stakeholders and lead the development of key partnerships.
Lead the fundraising efforts and seek opportunities to leverage funding from other programs implemented in the region.
Responsible for timely delivery of required plans, monitoring of activities, and evaluation of the program performance.
Responsible for risk management, issue resolution, conflict management and of collaboratively complex problems solving.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

What You’ll Bring

BA/BS degree agribusiness, business management, economics, international development and 10 years’ experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with strategic development skills.
Experience directing complex programs and managing and supervising multi-disciplinary teams.
Experience in one or more the following technical areas: land health, water management, biodiversity, climate mitigation, and livelihoods and community development.
Supervisory experience, including motivating, leading, setting objectives, and managing performance.
Experience maintaining productive working relationships with donor representatives, government officials, private sector actors, and other stakeholders.
Fundraising experience, including identifying donor prospects and donor cultivation.
Experience working with current trends and practices in relevant discipline(s) and geographic regions.
Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies.
Experience negotiating
Experience with financial management of a large program.

Desired Qualifications

Master’s degree in a relevant discipline such as agribusiness, business management, economics, international development, and 10 years of experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong experience in partnership management/development with major scientific organisations, non-profit partners, community groups and government agencies and proven track record in influencing and working productively with these stakeholders.
Strong English language communications skills, including ability to communicating clearly via written, oral, and graphical forms, and ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Experience developing practical applications of scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation purposes.
Experience and knowledge of methods and approaches to conceiving and implementing strategic and transdisciplinary initiatives.
Experience working in a matrix organisational setting.
Developing practical applications of scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation purposes.
Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant
Politically savvy.

How to apply: careers.nature.org

To apply for job ID 53536 submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

17.

Position: Consultancy Services to Conduct a Livelihoods and Markets Assessment

Location: Turkana

Recruiter / Employer: Johanniter International (JOIN)

Responsibilities:

Scope of Work

Under the supervision of the Johanniter International Assistance Programme Manager, the consultant will conduct secondary data review and primary data collection using a variety of methodologies including FGDs and KIIs with key stakeholders. He/she will be responsible for carrying out the following functions and tasks;

Conducting desk reviews of livelihoods assessments (e.g., socio-economic, gender, youth, etc.) and market studies commissioned by government ministries, development partners, or civil society in the identified counties.
Designing all data collection tools required to collect the assessment data;
Validating methodology and data collection tools according to sector guidelines;
Collecting data through focus group discussions and individual interviews at county and sub-county level (face-to-face or virtual);
Provide a clear breakdown of the key barriers to climate resilient and sustainable livelihoods (including social norms, legislative, institutional capacity, political will etc.);
Conduct a mapping of actors (including county and national level advocacy networks) working in the Livelihoods sector (NGOs, donors, International Organisations, International Financial Institutions, line ministries, gender equality national structures, etc.);
Recommend clear and tangible suggestions for addressing livelihood challenges in the areas of JIA programming;
Analysing data, validating findings, write and submit a report with recommendations.

Due to the requirements in terms of qualifications and expertise required for the livelihoods and the market assessment, the consulting firm/individual will be expected to demonstrate that they have the capacity and experience to conduct both assessments. The section below provides a detailed breakdown of the scope of work for each of the assessments.

Livelihoods Assessment

Conduct a desk review to understand the local context, national policies and priorities, and key stakeholders. This will entail understanding of, among others:

The economic context – income inequality, housing, formal and informal employment, labour, and skills development.
The policy context – social protection programs and legislative framework.
The social context – health, education, gender, crime linked to access to livelihood opportunities or lack thereof, natural resource related conflicts, welfare and development. The assessment should also identify the challenges women and youth encounter in accessing livelihood options.
The poverty context – drivers, poverty, food security, vulnerable groups.
The environmental context – infrastructure, disaster events, energy access. The consultant is also expected to review and assess how livelihoods activities have directly, indirectly, negatively or positively impacted the environment, including climate change.
Conduct a household as well as community livelihood and resource assessment to gain detailed understanding on the needs and vulnerabilities experienced by the poor and marginalized populations, the types of assets and opportunities available to them, as well as to understand the successes and gaps in key basic rights provision. This includes assessing for successes and gaps of previous interventions aimed at addressing the needs and vulnerabilities of the poor and marginalized populations.

Market Assessment

Conduct a localised market assessment with value chain analysis of livelihoods and an analysis of a variety of the most promising market systems and value chains, including enterprises/self-employment, vocational and salaried jobs. This should include:
Collection and analysis of micro-level data to understand the local market systems, the environment and interplaying dynamics, as well as its consumers, opportunities and bottlenecks in the value chains.
An assessment of the current and future demand for the core products and services in the identified market systems and value chains.
Identification of current and potential future or emerging risks for engaging in these market systems and value chains, particularly trends or developments affecting rural and urban poor households.
Identification and assessment of policies, institutions and other key elements governing markets and value chains that may affect local market systems and engagement of communities in the design and implementation of development interventions aimed at livelihoods promotion, small and medium enterprise (SME) development, and community economic development in rural and urban contexts.
Livelihood options should take into consideration a relatively short-term window for income generation (6-8 months).

Map actors supporting the recommended markets for which linkages or partnerships that may be beneficial to the proposed livelihood interventions.

NOTE: The final document/report should not be more than 65 pages.

Expected Output and Deliverables

The final output will be an analytical and operational report based on qualitative and quantitative analysis. The report to should include livelihoods profiles for the counties and recommendations for program interventions, and should contain (but not limited to) the following sections:

Methodology

The methodology should be clearly elucidated showcasing the path to the development of the final report. At the inception meeting stage, all the approaches and tools to be utilized during the study such as interview guides, focus group guides, list of documents and institutions/ persons sampled for the analysis should be provided by the consultant.

Context Analysis

This section will provide an overview on the current country and situation in the aforementioned counties. The analysis will consider the various interrelated causal factors, and will highlight trends and forces which could contribute to the overall change in the prevailing conditions and context.
The Consultant should provide an overview and analysis of livelihoods and markets with context specific challenges in the 6 counties.
Under each section, the Consultant shall provide information and analysis of what is currently being undertaken for promotion of livelihoods and markets in the country and in the specific counties, the shortcomings and main challenges to be addressed.

Specific issues and response strategies

In this section, the consultant will provides proposals to contribute to existing JIA programmes and the overall strategy

Johanniter International Assistance (JIA) Responsibilities

The JIA Programme Manager and Johanniter’s implementing partners will provide the consultant with the available internal documents such as the JIA strategy, relevant data, project reports, etc.
JIA and its implementing partners will provide contacts for the relevant Ministry Departments in Laikipia, Kajiado, Turkana, Isiolo, Wajir and Mandera Counties if needed.
JIA will provide the necessary logistical support required for this assignment i.e., vehicle hire, accommodation, meals etc.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

ESSENTIAL: A Bachelors’ degree in the fields of agriculture, food security and livelihoods, economics, social work or development studies.
ESSENTIAL: Over 10 years of work experience in undertaking livelihood and market programming in Kenya.
ESSENTIAL: Extensive experience conducting social protection, poverty alleviation, development programming, community level engagement, community research for INGOs and development partners, within the past 5 years.
ESSENTIAL: Demonstrated capacity in programming on livelihoods and markets programming in ASAL contexts in East Africa and the Horn of Africa.
ESSENTIAL: Experience in developing gender action plans for NGOs and demonstrated knowledge and experience in gender programming.
ESSENTIAL: Sample of your 2 most recent assignments undertaken within the last 3 years.
ESSENTIAL: Full contact details of your most recent references for similar works (within the last 3 years).
Experience working with International NGOs in Kenya is an advantage.
Experience working with Local NGOs and County Governments is also an advantage.
Ability to meet the agreed timelines and provide feedback during the implementation period.
Excellent communication skills, written and spoken.
Excellent Computer literacy skills.
Knowledge of the local language(s) is desirable but is not a must

Method of Application

Application Procedures:

Interested consultants to submit their technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings demonstrating their ability to deliver on this assignment based on their qualifications and experience.

Proposals must include the following:

Academic Qualifications

The consultant’s CV

Detailed financial proposal, linked to the work plan (professional fees only)

Detailed technical proposal and work plan

2 previous completed assignments in the last 3 years

Full contact details of 2 most recent professional referees, in the past 3 years

KRA PIN and Tax compliance certificate

Technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings.

Detailed work plan and timeline of key deliverables

How to apply: Detailed technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings should be emailed to recruitment.kenya@johanniter.de citing Consultancy for Gender Gap Analysis on the subject line of the email. No applications shall be accepted after this deadline.

Deadline: On or before 30th August before 11.59 PM EAT

18.

Position: Consultancy Services to Conduct a Livelihoods and Markets Assessment

Location: Isiolo

Recruiter / Employer: Johanniter International (JOIN)

Responsibilities:

Scope of Work

Conducting desk reviews of livelihoods assessments (e.g., socio-economic, gender, youth, etc.) and market studies commissioned by government ministries, development partners, or civil society in the identified counties.
Designing all data collection tools required to collect the assessment data;
Validating methodology and data collection tools according to sector guidelines;
Collecting data through focus group discussions and individual interviews at county and sub-county level (face-to-face or virtual);
Provide a clear breakdown of the key barriers to climate resilient and sustainable livelihoods (including social norms, legislative, institutional capacity, political will etc.);
Conduct a mapping of actors (including county and national level advocacy networks) working in the Livelihoods sector (NGOs, donors, International Organisations, International Financial Institutions, line ministries, gender equality national structures, etc.);
Recommend clear and tangible suggestions for addressing livelihood challenges in the areas of JIA programming;
Analysing data, validating findings, write and submit a report with recommendations.

Livelihoods Assessment

Conduct a desk review to understand the local context, national policies and priorities, and key stakeholders. This will entail understanding of, among others:

The economic context – income inequality, housing, formal and informal employment, labour, and skills development.
The policy context – social protection programs and legislative framework.
The social context – health, education, gender, crime linked to access to livelihood opportunities or lack thereof, natural resource related conflicts, welfare and development. The assessment should also identify the challenges women and youth encounter in accessing livelihood options.
The poverty context – drivers, poverty, food security, vulnerable groups.
The environmental context – infrastructure, disaster events, energy access. The consultant is also expected to review and assess how livelihoods activities have directly, indirectly, negatively or positively impacted the environment, including climate change.
Conduct a household as well as community livelihood and resource assessment to gain detailed understanding on the needs and vulnerabilities experienced by the poor and marginalized populations, the types of assets and opportunities available to them, as well as to understand the successes and gaps in key basic rights provision. This includes assessing for successes and gaps of previous interventions aimed at addressing the needs and vulnerabilities of the poor and marginalized populations.

Market Assessment

Conduct a localised market assessment with value chain analysis of livelihoods and an analysis of a variety of the most promising market systems and value chains, including enterprises/self-employment, vocational and salaried jobs. This should include:
Collection and analysis of micro-level data to understand the local market systems, the environment and interplaying dynamics, as well as its consumers, opportunities and bottlenecks in the value chains.
An assessment of the current and future demand for the core products and services in the identified market systems and value chains.
Identification of current and potential future or emerging risks for engaging in these market systems and value chains, particularly trends or developments affecting rural and urban poor households.
Identification and assessment of policies, institutions and other key elements governing markets and value chains that may affect local market systems and engagement of communities in the design and implementation of development interventions aimed at livelihoods promotion, small and medium enterprise (SME) development, and community economic development in rural and urban contexts.
Livelihood options should take into consideration a relatively short-term window for income generation (6-8 months).

Map actors supporting the recommended markets for which linkages or partnerships that may be beneficial to the proposed livelihood interventions.

NOTE: The final document/report should not be more than 65 pages.

Expected Output and Deliverables

The final output will be an analytical and operational report based on qualitative and quantitative analysis. The report to should include livelihoods profiles for the counties and recommendations for program interventions, and should contain (but not limited to) the following sections:

Methodology

The methodology should be clearly elucidated showcasing the path to the development of the final report. At the inception meeting stage, all the approaches and tools to be utilized during the study such as interview guides, focus group guides, list of documents and institutions/ persons sampled for the analysis should be provided by the consultant.

Context Analysis

This section will provide an overview on the current country and situation in the aforementioned counties. The analysis will consider the various interrelated causal factors, and will highlight trends and forces which could contribute to the overall change in the prevailing conditions and context.
The Consultant should provide an overview and analysis of livelihoods and markets with context specific challenges in the 6 counties.
Under each section, the Consultant shall provide information and analysis of what is currently being undertaken for promotion of livelihoods and markets in the country and in the specific counties, the shortcomings and main challenges to be addressed.

Specific issues and response strategies

In this section, the consultant will provides proposals to contribute to existing JIA programmes and the overall strategy

Johanniter International Assistance (JIA) Responsibilities

The JIA Programme Manager and Johanniter’s implementing partners will provide the consultant with the available internal documents such as the JIA strategy, relevant data, project reports, etc.
JIA and its implementing partners will provide contacts for the relevant Ministry Departments in Laikipia, Kajiado, Turkana, Isiolo, Wajir and Mandera Counties if needed.
JIA will provide the necessary logistical support required for this assignment i.e., vehicle hire, accommodation, meals etc.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

ESSENTIAL: A Bachelors’ degree in the fields of agriculture, food security and livelihoods, economics, social work or development studies.
ESSENTIAL: Over 10 years of work experience in undertaking livelihood and market programming in Kenya.
ESSENTIAL: Extensive experience conducting social protection, poverty alleviation, development programming, community level engagement, community research for INGOs and development partners, within the past 5 years.
ESSENTIAL: Demonstrated capacity in programming on livelihoods and markets programming in ASAL contexts in East Africa and the Horn of Africa.
ESSENTIAL: Experience in developing gender action plans for NGOs and demonstrated knowledge and experience in gender programming.
ESSENTIAL: Sample of your 2 most recent assignments undertaken within the last 3 years.
ESSENTIAL: Full contact details of your most recent references for similar works (within the last 3 years).
Experience working with International NGOs in Kenya is an advantage.
Experience working with Local NGOs and County Governments is also an advantage.
Ability to meet the agreed timelines and provide feedback during the implementation period.
Excellent communication skills, written and spoken.
Excellent Computer literacy skills.
Knowledge of the local language(s) is desirable but is not a must

Application Procedures

Interested consultants to submit their technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings demonstrating their ability to deliver on this assignment based on their qualifications and experience.

Proposals must include the following:

Academic Qualifications

The consultant’s CV
Detailed financial proposal, linked to the work plan (professional fees only)
Detailed technical proposal and work plan
2 previous completed assignments in the last 3 years
Full contact details of 2 most recent professional referees, in the past 3 years
KRA PIN and Tax compliance certificate
Technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings.
Detailed work plan and timeline of key deliverables

How to apply: Detailed technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings should be emailed to recruitment.kenya@johanniter.de citing Consultancy for Gender Gap Analysis on the subject line of the email, on or before. No applications shall be accepted after this deadline.

Deadline: 30th August before 11.59 PM EAT

19.

Position: Consultancy Services to Conduct a Livelihoods and Markets Assessment

Location: Wajir

Recruiter / Employer: Johanniter International

Responsibilities:

Scope of Work

Conducting desk reviews of livelihoods assessments (e.g., socio-economic, gender, youth, etc.) and market studies commissioned by government ministries, development partners, or civil society in the identified counties.
Designing all data collection tools required to collect the assessment data;
Validating methodology and data collection tools according to sector guidelines;
Collecting data through focus group discussions and individual interviews at county and sub-county level (face-to-face or virtual);
Provide a clear breakdown of the key barriers to climate resilient and sustainable livelihoods (including social norms, legislative, institutional capacity, political will etc.);
Conduct a mapping of actors (including county and national level advocacy networks) working in the Livelihoods sector (NGOs, donors, International Organisations, International Financial Institutions, line ministries, gender equality national structures, etc.);
Recommend clear and tangible suggestions for addressing livelihood challenges in the areas of JIA programming;
Analysing data, validating findings, write and submit a report with recommendations.

Livelihoods Assessment

Conduct a desk review to understand the local context, national policies and priorities, and key stakeholders. This will entail understanding of, among others:

The economic context – income inequality, housing, formal and informal employment, labour, and skills development.
The policy context – social protection programs and legislative framework.
The social context – health, education, gender, crime linked to access to livelihood opportunities or lack thereof, natural resource related conflicts, welfare and development. The assessment should also identify the challenges women and youth encounter in accessing livelihood options.
The poverty context – drivers, poverty, food security, vulnerable groups.
The environmental context – infrastructure, disaster events, energy access. The consultant is also expected to review and assess how livelihoods activities have directly, indirectly, negatively or positively impacted the environment, including climate change.
Conduct a household as well as community livelihood and resource assessment to gain detailed understanding on the needs and vulnerabilities experienced by the poor and marginalized populations, the types of assets and opportunities available to them, as well as to understand the successes and gaps in key basic rights provision. This includes assessing for successes and gaps of previous interventions aimed at addressing the needs and vulnerabilities of the poor and marginalized populations.

Market Assessment

Conduct a localised market assessment with value chain analysis of livelihoods and an analysis of a variety of the most promising market systems and value chains, including enterprises/self-employment, vocational and salaried jobs. This should include:
Collection and analysis of micro-level data to understand the local market systems, the environment and interplaying dynamics, as well as its consumers, opportunities and bottlenecks in the value chains.
An assessment of the current and future demand for the core products and services in the identified market systems and value chains.
Identification of current and potential future or emerging risks for engaging in these market systems and value chains, particularly trends or developments affecting rural and urban poor households.
Identification and assessment of policies, institutions and other key elements governing markets and value chains that may affect local market systems and engagement of communities in the design and implementation of development interventions aimed at livelihoods promotion, small and medium enterprise (SME) development, and community economic development in rural and urban contexts.
Livelihood options should take into consideration a relatively short-term window for income generation (6-8 months).

Map actors supporting the recommended markets for which linkages or partnerships that may be beneficial to the proposed livelihood interventions.

NOTE: The final document/report should not be more than 65 pages.

Expected Output and Deliverables

The final output will be an analytical and operational report based on qualitative and quantitative analysis. The report to should include livelihoods profiles for the counties and recommendations for program interventions, and should contain (but not limited to) the following sections:

Methodology

The methodology should be clearly elucidated showcasing the path to the development of the final report. At the inception meeting stage, all the approaches and tools to be utilized during the study such as interview guides, focus group guides, list of documents and institutions/ persons sampled for the analysis should be provided by the consultant.

Context Analysis

This section will provide an overview on the current country and situation in the aforementioned counties. The analysis will consider the various interrelated causal factors, and will highlight trends and forces which could contribute to the overall change in the prevailing conditions and context.
The Consultant should provide an overview and analysis of livelihoods and markets with context specific challenges in the 6 counties.
Under each section, the Consultant shall provide information and analysis of what is currently being undertaken for promotion of livelihoods and markets in the country and in the specific counties, the shortcomings and main challenges to be addressed.

Specific issues and response strategies

In this section, the consultant will provides proposals to contribute to existing JIA programmes and the overall strategy

Johanniter International Assistance (JIA) Responsibilities

The JIA Programme Manager and Johanniter’s implementing partners will provide the consultant with the available internal documents such as the JIA strategy, relevant data, project reports, etc.
JIA and its implementing partners will provide contacts for the relevant Ministry Departments in Laikipia, Kajiado, Turkana, Isiolo, Wajir and Mandera Counties if needed.
JIA will provide the necessary logistical support required for this assignment i.e., vehicle hire, accommodation, meals etc.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

ESSENTIAL: A Bachelors’ degree in the fields of agriculture, food security and livelihoods, economics, social work or development studies.
ESSENTIAL: Over 10 years of work experience in undertaking livelihood and market programming in Kenya.
ESSENTIAL: Extensive experience conducting social protection, poverty alleviation, development programming, community level engagement, community research for INGOs and development partners, within the past 5 years.
ESSENTIAL: Demonstrated capacity in programming on livelihoods and markets programming in ASAL contexts in East Africa and the Horn of Africa.
ESSENTIAL: Experience in developing gender action plans for NGOs and demonstrated knowledge and experience in gender programming.
ESSENTIAL: Sample of your 2 most recent assignments undertaken within the last 3 years.
ESSENTIAL: Full contact details of your most recent references for similar works (within the last 3 years).
Experience working with International NGOs in Kenya is an advantage.
Experience working with Local NGOs and County Governments is also an advantage.
Ability to meet the agreed timelines and provide feedback during the implementation period.
Excellent communication skills, written and spoken.
Excellent Computer literacy skills.
Knowledge of the local language(s) is desirable but is not a must

Method of Application

Application Procedures:

Interested consultants to submit their technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings demonstrating their ability to deliver on this assignment based on their qualifications and experience.

Proposals must include the following:

Academic Qualifications
The consultant’s CV
Detailed financial proposal, linked to the work plan (professional fees only)
Detailed technical proposal and work plan
2 previous completed assignments in the last 3 years
Full contact details of 2 most recent professional referees, in the past 3 years
KRA PIN and Tax compliance certificate
Technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings.
Detailed work plan and timeline of key deliverables

Deadline: On or before 30th August before 11.59 PM EAT

20.

Position: Consultancy Services to Conduct a Livelihoods and Markets Assessment

Location: Kajiado

Recruiter / Employer: Johanniter International

Responsibilities:

Scope of Work

Conducting desk reviews of livelihoods assessments (e.g., socio-economic, gender, youth, etc.) and market studies commissioned by government ministries, development partners, or civil society in the identified counties.
Designing all data collection tools required to collect the assessment data;
Validating methodology and data collection tools according to sector guidelines;
Collecting data through focus group discussions and individual interviews at county and sub-county level (face-to-face or virtual);
Provide a clear breakdown of the key barriers to climate resilient and sustainable livelihoods (including social norms, legislative, institutional capacity, political will etc.);
Conduct a mapping of actors (including county and national level advocacy networks) working in the Livelihoods sector (NGOs, donors, International Organisations, International Financial Institutions, line ministries, gender equality national structures, etc.);
Recommend clear and tangible suggestions for addressing livelihood challenges in the areas of JIA programming;
Analysing data, validating findings, write and submit a report with recommendations.

Livelihoods Assessment

Conduct a desk review to understand the local context, national policies and priorities, and key stakeholders. This will entail understanding of, among others:

The economic context – income inequality, housing, formal and informal employment, labour, and skills development.
The policy context – social protection programs and legislative framework.
The social context – health, education, gender, crime linked to access to livelihood opportunities or lack thereof, natural resource related conflicts, welfare and development. The assessment should also identify the challenges women and youth encounter in accessing livelihood options.
The poverty context – drivers, poverty, food security, vulnerable groups.
The environmental context – infrastructure, disaster events, energy access. The consultant is also expected to review and assess how livelihoods activities have directly, indirectly, negatively or positively impacted the environment, including climate change.
Conduct a household as well as community livelihood and resource assessment to gain detailed understanding on the needs and vulnerabilities experienced by the poor and marginalized populations, the types of assets and opportunities available to them, as well as to understand the successes and gaps in key basic rights provision. This includes assessing for successes and gaps of previous interventions aimed at addressing the needs and vulnerabilities of the poor and marginalized populations.

Market Assessment

Conduct a localised market assessment with value chain analysis of livelihoods and an analysis of a variety of the most promising market systems and value chains, including enterprises/self-employment, vocational and salaried jobs. This should include:
Collection and analysis of micro-level data to understand the local market systems, the environment and interplaying dynamics, as well as its consumers, opportunities and bottlenecks in the value chains.
An assessment of the current and future demand for the core products and services in the identified market systems and value chains.
Identification of current and potential future or emerging risks for engaging in these market systems and value chains, particularly trends or developments affecting rural and urban poor households.
Identification and assessment of policies, institutions and other key elements governing markets and value chains that may affect local market systems and engagement of communities in the design and implementation of development interventions aimed at livelihoods promotion, small and medium enterprise (SME) development, and community economic development in rural and urban contexts.
Livelihood options should take into consideration a relatively short-term window for income generation (6-8 months).

Map actors supporting the recommended markets for which linkages or partnerships that may be beneficial to the proposed livelihood interventions.

NOTE: The final document/report should not be more than 65 pages.

Expected Output and Deliverables

The final output will be an analytical and operational report based on qualitative and quantitative analysis. The report to should include livelihoods profiles for the counties and recommendations for program interventions, and should contain (but not limited to) the following sections:

Methodology

The methodology should be clearly elucidated showcasing the path to the development of the final report. At the inception meeting stage, all the approaches and tools to be utilized during the study such as interview guides, focus group guides, list of documents and institutions/ persons sampled for the analysis should be provided by the consultant.

Context Analysis

This section will provide an overview on the current country and situation in the aforementioned counties. The analysis will consider the various interrelated causal factors, and will highlight trends and forces which could contribute to the overall change in the prevailing conditions and context.
The Consultant should provide an overview and analysis of livelihoods and markets with context specific challenges in the 6 counties.
Under each section, the Consultant shall provide information and analysis of what is currently being undertaken for promotion of livelihoods and markets in the country and in the specific counties, the shortcomings and main challenges to be addressed.

Specific issues and response strategies

In this section, the consultant will provides proposals to contribute to existing JIA programmes and the overall strategy

Johanniter International Assistance (JIA) Responsibilities

The JIA Programme Manager and Johanniter’s implementing partners will provide the consultant with the available internal documents such as the JIA strategy, relevant data, project reports, etc.
JIA and its implementing partners will provide contacts for the relevant Ministry Departments in Laikipia, Kajiado, Turkana, Isiolo, Wajir and Mandera Counties if needed.
JIA will provide the necessary logistical support required for this assignment i.e., vehicle hire, accommodation, meals etc.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

ESSENTIAL: A Bachelors’ degree in the fields of agriculture, food security and livelihoods, economics, social work or development studies.
ESSENTIAL: Over 10 years of work experience in undertaking livelihood and market programming in Kenya.
ESSENTIAL: Extensive experience conducting social protection, poverty alleviation, development programming, community level engagement, community research for INGOs and development partners, within the past 5 years.
ESSENTIAL: Demonstrated capacity in programming on livelihoods and markets programming in ASAL contexts in East Africa and the Horn of Africa.
ESSENTIAL: Experience in developing gender action plans for NGOs and demonstrated knowledge and experience in gender programming.
ESSENTIAL: Sample of your 2 most recent assignments undertaken within the last 3 years.
ESSENTIAL: Full contact details of your most recent references for similar works (within the last 3 years).
Experience working with International NGOs in Kenya is an advantage.
Experience working with Local NGOs and County Governments is also an advantage.
Ability to meet the agreed timelines and provide feedback during the implementation period.
Excellent communication skills, written and spoken.
Excellent Computer literacy skills.
Knowledge of the local language(s) is desirable but is not a must

Method of Application

Application Procedures:

Interested consultants to submit their technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings demonstrating their ability to deliver on this assignment based on their qualifications and experience.

Proposals must include the following:

Academic Qualifications
The consultant’s CV
Detailed financial proposal, linked to the work plan (professional fees only)
Detailed technical proposal and work plan
2 previous completed assignments in the last 3 years
Full contact details of 2 most recent professional referees, in the past 3 years
KRA PIN and Tax compliance certificate
Technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings.
Detailed work plan and timeline of key deliverables

Deadline: On or before 30th August before 11.59 PM EAT

21.

Position: Consultancy Services to Conduct a Livelihoods and Markets Assessment

Location: Laikipia

Recruiter / Employer: Johanniter International

Terms of Employment:

About the Position:

Responsibilities:

Scope of Work

Conducting desk reviews of livelihoods assessments (e.g., socio-economic, gender, youth, etc.) and market studies commissioned by government ministries, development partners, or civil society in the identified counties.
Designing all data collection tools required to collect the assessment data;
Validating methodology and data collection tools according to sector guidelines;
Collecting data through focus group discussions and individual interviews at county and sub-county level (face-to-face or virtual);
Provide a clear breakdown of the key barriers to climate resilient and sustainable livelihoods (including social norms, legislative, institutional capacity, political will etc.);
Conduct a mapping of actors (including county and national level advocacy networks) working in the Livelihoods sector (NGOs, donors, International Organisations, International Financial Institutions, line ministries, gender equality national structures, etc.);
Recommend clear and tangible suggestions for addressing livelihood challenges in the areas of JIA programming;
Analysing data, validating findings, write and submit a report with recommendations.

Livelihoods Assessment

Conduct a desk review to understand the local context, national policies and priorities, and key stakeholders. This will entail understanding of, among others:

The economic context – income inequality, housing, formal and informal employment, labour, and skills development.
The policy context – social protection programs and legislative framework.
The social context – health, education, gender, crime linked to access to livelihood opportunities or lack thereof, natural resource related conflicts, welfare and development. The assessment should also identify the challenges women and youth encounter in accessing livelihood options.
The poverty context – drivers, poverty, food security, vulnerable groups.
The environmental context – infrastructure, disaster events, energy access. The consultant is also expected to review and assess how livelihoods activities have directly, indirectly, negatively or positively impacted the environment, including climate change.
Conduct a household as well as community livelihood and resource assessment to gain detailed understanding on the needs and vulnerabilities experienced by the poor and marginalized populations, the types of assets and opportunities available to them, as well as to understand the successes and gaps in key basic rights provision. This includes assessing for successes and gaps of previous interventions aimed at addressing the needs and vulnerabilities of the poor and marginalized populations.

Market Assessment

Conduct a localised market assessment with value chain analysis of livelihoods and an analysis of a variety of the most promising market systems and value chains, including enterprises/self-employment, vocational and salaried jobs. This should include:
Collection and analysis of micro-level data to understand the local market systems, the environment and interplaying dynamics, as well as its consumers, opportunities and bottlenecks in the value chains.
An assessment of the current and future demand for the core products and services in the identified market systems and value chains.
Identification of current and potential future or emerging risks for engaging in these market systems and value chains, particularly trends or developments affecting rural and urban poor households.
Identification and assessment of policies, institutions and other key elements governing markets and value chains that may affect local market systems and engagement of communities in the design and implementation of development interventions aimed at livelihoods promotion, small and medium enterprise (SME) development, and community economic development in rural and urban contexts.
Livelihood options should take into consideration a relatively short-term window for income generation (6-8 months).

Map actors supporting the recommended markets for which linkages or partnerships that may be beneficial to the proposed livelihood interventions.

NOTE: The final document/report should not be more than 65 pages.

Expected Output and Deliverables

The final output will be an analytical and operational report based on qualitative and quantitative analysis. The report to should include livelihoods profiles for the counties and recommendations for program interventions, and should contain (but not limited to) the following sections:

Methodology

The methodology should be clearly elucidated showcasing the path to the development of the final report. At the inception meeting stage, all the approaches and tools to be utilized during the study such as interview guides, focus group guides, list of documents and institutions/ persons sampled for the analysis should be provided by the consultant.

Context Analysis

This section will provide an overview on the current country and situation in the aforementioned counties. The analysis will consider the various interrelated causal factors, and will highlight trends and forces which could contribute to the overall change in the prevailing conditions and context.
The Consultant should provide an overview and analysis of livelihoods and markets with context specific challenges in the 6 counties.
Under each section, the Consultant shall provide information and analysis of what is currently being undertaken for promotion of livelihoods and markets in the country and in the specific counties, the shortcomings and main challenges to be addressed.

Specific issues and response strategies

In this section, the consultant will provides proposals to contribute to existing JIA programmes and the overall strategy

Johanniter International Assistance (JIA) Responsibilities

The JIA Programme Manager and Johanniter’s implementing partners will provide the consultant with the available internal documents such as the JIA strategy, relevant data, project reports, etc.
JIA and its implementing partners will provide contacts for the relevant Ministry Departments in Laikipia, Kajiado, Turkana, Isiolo, Wajir and Mandera Counties if needed.
JIA will provide the necessary logistical support required for this assignment i.e., vehicle hire, accommodation, meals etc.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

ESSENTIAL: A Bachelors’ degree in the fields of agriculture, food security and livelihoods, economics, social work or development studies.
ESSENTIAL: Over 10 years of work experience in undertaking livelihood and market programming in Kenya.
ESSENTIAL: Extensive experience conducting social protection, poverty alleviation, development programming, community level engagement, community research for INGOs and development partners, within the past 5 years.
ESSENTIAL: Demonstrated capacity in programming on livelihoods and markets programming in ASAL contexts in East Africa and the Horn of Africa.
ESSENTIAL: Experience in developing gender action plans for NGOs and demonstrated knowledge and experience in gender programming.
ESSENTIAL: Sample of your 2 most recent assignments undertaken within the last 3 years.
ESSENTIAL: Full contact details of your most recent references for similar works (within the last 3 years).
Experience working with International NGOs in Kenya is an advantage.
Experience working with Local NGOs and County Governments is also an advantage.
Ability to meet the agreed timelines and provide feedback during the implementation period.
Excellent communication skills, written and spoken.
Excellent Computer literacy skills.
Knowledge of the local language(s) is desirable but is not a must

Method of Application

Application Procedures:

Interested consultants to submit their technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings demonstrating their ability to deliver on this assignment based on their qualifications and experience.

Proposals must include the following:

Academic Qualifications

The consultant’s CV
Detailed financial proposal, linked to the work plan (professional fees only)
Detailed technical proposal and work plan
2 previous completed assignments in the last 3 years
Full contact details of 2 most recent professional referees, in the past 3 years
KRA PIN and Tax compliance certificate
Technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings.
Detailed work plan and timeline of key deliverables

Deadline: On or before 30th August before 11.59 PM EAT

22.

Position: Consultancy Services to Conduct a Livelihoods and Markets Assessment

Location: Mandera

Recruiter / Employer: Johanniter International

Responsibilities:

Scope of Work

Conducting desk reviews of livelihoods assessments (e.g., socio-economic, gender, youth, etc.) and market studies commissioned by government ministries, development partners, or civil society in the identified counties.
Designing all data collection tools required to collect the assessment data;
Validating methodology and data collection tools according to sector guidelines;
Collecting data through focus group discussions and individual interviews at county and sub-county level (face-to-face or virtual);
Provide a clear breakdown of the key barriers to climate resilient and sustainable livelihoods (including social norms, legislative, institutional capacity, political will etc.);
Conduct a mapping of actors (including county and national level advocacy networks) working in the Livelihoods sector (NGOs, donors, International Organisations, International Financial Institutions, line ministries, gender equality national structures, etc.);
Recommend clear and tangible suggestions for addressing livelihood challenges in the areas of JIA programming;
Analysing data, validating findings, write and submit a report with recommendations.

Livelihoods Assessment

Conduct a desk review to understand the local context, national policies and priorities, and key stakeholders. This will entail understanding of, among others:

The economic context – income inequality, housing, formal and informal employment, labour, and skills development.
The policy context – social protection programs and legislative framework.
The social context – health, education, gender, crime linked to access to livelihood opportunities or lack thereof, natural resource related conflicts, welfare and development. The assessment should also identify the challenges women and youth encounter in accessing livelihood options.
The poverty context – drivers, poverty, food security, vulnerable groups.
The environmental context – infrastructure, disaster events, energy access. The consultant is also expected to review and assess how livelihoods activities have directly, indirectly, negatively or positively impacted the environment, including climate change.
Conduct a household as well as community livelihood and resource assessment to gain detailed understanding on the needs and vulnerabilities experienced by the poor and marginalized populations, the types of assets and opportunities available to them, as well as to understand the successes and gaps in key basic rights provision. This includes assessing for successes and gaps of previous interventions aimed at addressing the needs and vulnerabilities of the poor and marginalized populations.

Market Assessment

Conduct a localised market assessment with value chain analysis of livelihoods and an analysis of a variety of the most promising market systems and value chains, including enterprises/self-employment, vocational and salaried jobs. This should include:
Collection and analysis of micro-level data to understand the local market systems, the environment and interplaying dynamics, as well as its consumers, opportunities and bottlenecks in the value chains.
An assessment of the current and future demand for the core products and services in the identified market systems and value chains.
Identification of current and potential future or emerging risks for engaging in these market systems and value chains, particularly trends or developments affecting rural and urban poor households.
Identification and assessment of policies, institutions and other key elements governing markets and value chains that may affect local market systems and engagement of communities in the design and implementation of development interventions aimed at livelihoods promotion, small and medium enterprise (SME) development, and community economic development in rural and urban contexts.
Livelihood options should take into consideration a relatively short-term window for income generation (6-8 months).

Map actors supporting the recommended markets for which linkages or partnerships that may be beneficial to the proposed livelihood interventions.

NOTE: The final document/report should not be more than 65 pages.

Expected Output and Deliverables

The final output will be an analytical and operational report based on qualitative and quantitative analysis. The report to should include livelihoods profiles for the counties and recommendations for program interventions, and should contain (but not limited to) the following sections:

Methodology

The methodology should be clearly elucidated showcasing the path to the development of the final report. At the inception meeting stage, all the approaches and tools to be utilized during the study such as interview guides, focus group guides, list of documents and institutions/ persons sampled for the analysis should be provided by the consultant.

Context Analysis

This section will provide an overview on the current country and situation in the aforementioned counties. The analysis will consider the various interrelated causal factors, and will highlight trends and forces which could contribute to the overall change in the prevailing conditions and context.
The Consultant should provide an overview and analysis of livelihoods and markets with context specific challenges in the 6 counties.
Under each section, the Consultant shall provide information and analysis of what is currently being undertaken for promotion of livelihoods and markets in the country and in the specific counties, the shortcomings and main challenges to be addressed.

Specific issues and response strategies

In this section, the consultant will provides proposals to contribute to existing JIA programmes and the overall strategy

Johanniter International Assistance (JIA) Responsibilities

The JIA Programme Manager and Johanniter’s implementing partners will provide the consultant with the available internal documents such as the JIA strategy, relevant data, project reports, etc.
JIA and its implementing partners will provide contacts for the relevant Ministry Departments in Laikipia, Kajiado, Turkana, Isiolo, Wajir and Mandera Counties if needed.
JIA will provide the necessary logistical support required for this assignment i.e., vehicle hire, accommodation, meals etc.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

ESSENTIAL: A Bachelors’ degree in the fields of agriculture, food security and livelihoods, economics, social work or development studies.
ESSENTIAL: Over 10 years of work experience in undertaking livelihood and market programming in Kenya.
ESSENTIAL: Extensive experience conducting social protection, poverty alleviation, development programming, community level engagement, community research for INGOs and development partners, within the past 5 years.
ESSENTIAL: Demonstrated capacity in programming on livelihoods and markets programming in ASAL contexts in East Africa and the Horn of Africa.
ESSENTIAL: Experience in developing gender action plans for NGOs and demonstrated knowledge and experience in gender programming.
ESSENTIAL: Sample of your 2 most recent assignments undertaken within the last 3 years.
ESSENTIAL: Full contact details of your most recent references for similar works (within the last 3 years).
Experience working with International NGOs in Kenya is an advantage.
Experience working with Local NGOs and County Governments is also an advantage.
Ability to meet the agreed timelines and provide feedback during the implementation period.
Excellent communication skills, written and spoken.
Excellent Computer literacy skills.
Knowledge of the local language(s) is desirable but is not a must

Method of Application

Application Procedures:

Interested consultants to submit their technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings demonstrating their ability to deliver on this assignment based on their qualifications and experience.

Proposals must include the following:

Academic Qualifications
The consultant’s CV
Detailed financial proposal, linked to the work plan (professional fees only)
Detailed technical proposal and work plan
2 previous completed assignments in the last 3 years
Full contact details of 2 most recent professional referees, in the past 3 years
KRA PIN and Tax compliance certificate
Technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings.
Detailed work plan and timeline of key deliverables

How to apply:Detailed technical and financial proposals in Kenya Shillings should be emailed to recruitment.kenya@johanniter.de citing Consultancy for Gender Gap Analysis on the subject line of the email.

Deadline: On or before 30th August before 11.59 PM EAT

23.

Position: Regional Lead for Sustainable Improvement of Food Productivity, Food Program, Location: This position can be based in any of the following locations: Kenya, Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, or Ethiopia.

Recruiter / Employer: World Resource Institute (WRI) Africa

Terms of Employment:

About the Position: As the Regional Lead for Sustainable Improvement of Food Productivity, you will lead the Food Program’s initiative on sustainable enhancing food productivity. This includes developing an overall strategy, developing new fundraising opportunities, leading the research program, overseeing technical staff, developing policies and leading engagement with jurisdiction policy makers to sustainable improve food production in order to enhance food security. You will oversee research focused on developing high resolution time series of crop type and yield data and use modeling in order to develop jurisdictional/country/landscape food gap analysis for WRI priority geographies in Africa (hereafter called priority geographies). You will, on the basis of this analysis, develop food security policies and strategies for the priority geographies and lead the engagement with these jurisdictions to influence jurisdictional policies. You will develop and build on partnerships and networks to ensure scalability to other African jurisdictions.

The position will be led from our WRI Africa Food team and linked to WRI’s Land & Carbon Lab, which works on monitoring all forms of land cover and land use, including monitoring of croplands around the world. You will report to the Director of Vital Landscapes.

Responsibilities:

What will you do:

Research and policy agenda (50%):

Develop a research strategy to address food security in Africa based on crop-type, yield mapping in priority geographies
Oversee research and technical analysis on time series crop-type mapping and yield detection in priority jurisdictions in cooperation with WRI’s Land & Carbon lab
Synthesize findings and develop quantitative food gap analysis for priority jurisdictions
Develop food security policies for priority geographies
Develop policies and best practices to sustainably close yield gaps and improve food security in WRI priority geographies while helping farmers to adapt to climate change
Assess scalability of the methods and data developed to other African jurisdictions
Assist Land & Carbon Lab to undertake annual monitoring of all forms of land cover and land use
Support the development and integration of the cropland data with other datasets within the land and carbon lab, and any other datasets within WRI
Ensure data is made available as open source/access for decision making in Africa
Lead the production of written outputs including research papers, reports, internal briefs, blogs, presentations, and press releases
Lead the editing, peer review, publishing of all research and communication outputs in this area of work
Support the monitoring and reporting of the “produce” elements of WRI Africa’s work, including working closely with the ‘managing of results’ team to develop and monitor the relevant crop/yield indicators.

Engagement and Partnerships (20%):

Develop and lead the engagement strategy for policy change on food security in focus jurisdictions/ countries.
Develop and lead engagement strategy on uptake of developed analysis and data on crop-type, yield trends, in priority geographies.
Cultivate new and help manage existing relationships to deliver on this work. This includes forming or joining coalition on research, and/or policy in priority geographies
Engage with jurisdictional government, research organizations, NGO and UN to support data collection on crop-type, yield, and important socio-economic and climate variables
Represent WRI in key events, increase the public profile of WRI’s work on enhancing productivity initiative, crop-mapping, yield detection and food gap analysis
Provide technical support to local and national partners to scale promising practices in WRI Africa’s priority geographies
Support policy teams to ensure countries’ NDCs sections on agriculture and food systems are aligned with both mitigation and adaptation goals.

Fundraising (20%):

Identify funding and cooperation opportunities
Lead proposals related to food gap and food security analysis and the deployment of geosciences and their application in monitoring of crop yields in Africa, including the resources (financial and human) required to do so
Lead and co-lead other proposals developed by WRI teams in this area of work, with an emphasis on Africa
Review other proposals developed by WRI Africa to integrate relevant strands of work on yield monitoring.

Personnel and program leadership (10%):

Lead and nurture a growing team of researchers under the enhancing food productivity program
Carry out day to day project management
Recruit and supervise staff in relevant work areas
Support the development of the WRI Africa food strategy with all aspects related to yields, nature and climate.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

Education: You have a completed a PhD degree in agriculture, food security analysis in relation to sustainable land management practice
Experience: You have 8+ years of relevant, full-time professional experience
Demonstrated knowledge and expertise on issues related to food systems transformation in Africa, including international climate policy, and sustainability challenges related to land and natural resource management
Experience designing and managing complex, multi-partner projects in an NGO setting
Experience creating and communicating theories of change, results frameworks, and other components of a MEL for project donors, partners, and stakeholders
Experience with fundraising as a lead as well as part of a team
Experience with geoscience methods and tools for assessing croplands in Africa
A record of relevant publications
You are willing and able to travel internationally
Languages: You have verbal and written proficiency in English. Working knowledge of French would be desirable.

How to apply: WRI Africa

Please submit a resume with a cover letter. You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.

Deadline: 4 September 2023

24.

Position: Senior Manager- Programs and Research AWARD

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Recruiter / Employer: World Agroforestry Centre

Terms of offer: This is a Globally Recruited Staff (GRS) position. ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in international currency, commensurate with skills and experience.

The appointment will be for a period of 2 years, inclusive of a 9-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position, and available resources.

About the Position:

Responsibilities:

Contribute to setting specific objectives, targets, and milestones, monitoring progress, and recommending concrete and innovative ideas/actions for design, planning, and implementation.
Ensure the overall execution of AWARD programmatic work and progress monitoring. This entails effective activity planning, overseeing the day-to-day program operations and specific projects, the production of deliverables with high quality standards, in a timely manner and within the allocated budgets, supporting risk management efforts, quality assurance and development of contingency plans.
Prepare comprehensive work plans and work closely with the Team to ensure the achievement of AWARD’s goals through cost-effective interventions and operations.
Lead the development of a comprehensive research base at AWARD – This includes the generation and dissemination of knowledge in various forms (e.g., technical reports, journal articles, policy briefs, etc.) and to various audiences.
Regularly contribute to scientific and policy discussions with key stakeholders in the agriculture landscape and related sectors.
Coordinate with the Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (ME&L) team, the development and implementation of the AWARD ME&L strategy in line with the current and prospective initiatives, the design of progress tracking systems, adequate measurement systems and methods that allow for effective program analysis and reporting.
Coordinate with the Communications and ME&L teams, the review and dissemination of key findings and learnings from program implementation to various audiences and stakeholders.
Prepare programmatic progress updates on a regular basis and provide adequate support for the donor reporting including liaising with the different units to collect and consolidate inputs, key highlights, and other relevant information.
Contribute to AWARD’s resource mobilization efforts for strengthened gender-responsive interventions in agriculture and rural development while also identifying and providing guidance on new funding opportunities to explore as necessary.
Represent AWARD in specific events while also collaborating with the internal audience and the wider AWARD community.
Proactively supervise a dynamic team of colleagues by providing mentorship, coaching and the necessary support for team motivation, personal and professional growth.
Support the review of AWARD’s grants, the analysis of cumulative results achieved and the preparation of recommendations to improve performance.
Serve as a member of the Senior management and support the strategy design, identification of strategic partnerships in the agricultural research and development sectors.
And perform any other tasks assigned by the Supervisor regarding the overall management, communication, monitoring, and evaluation of AWARD’s interventions.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

An advanced university degree, Master’s degree, MBA or Ph.D. in agricultural sciences, socio-economics, international development, business management or any related fields. A focus on gender and policy-related studies, monitoring and evaluation is strongly required.
A minimum of eight (8) years of professional experience in program and research/project management and field experience working in Africa. Experience in managing gender and diversity-related programs with a policy focus is desirable.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and French is highly desirable.
Strong expertise in managing and coordinating multiple projects and programs with a wide variety of partners and in different contexts. This includes excellent collaboration with public and private sector partners, including academic and research organizations in Africa to facilitate implementation of agricultural development projects and programs.
Strong understanding of the role of gender in African agriculture, the agricultural policy landscape in Africa; agricultural value chain development and implications for socio-economic development, challenges, and opportunities for Africa’s effective development.
Solid track record of contributions in agricultural research for development, use of mixed-methods approaches, evaluation design, impact assessment and other strategic analyses focused on gender, agri-food systems, and related research topics.
A minimum of five years’ experience in the coordination of donor-funded projects and thus, good knowledge of donor planning cycles, agreement requirements and regulations as well as reporting processes.
Demonstrated experience in resource mobilization and donor relations, including writing grant proposals and other fundraising materials.
Experience in communicating research-, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&L) – related evidence including practical recommendations for action.

Skills and Competencies

Proactive, creative, results-driven, self-starter and self-motivator.
Time management skills, sense of urgency and flexibility.
Strong organisational and relational skills; excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, highly effective planning skills and ability to prioritize efficiently.
Proven leadership skills and strong ability to manage diverse teams, support staff development, coaching and mentoring.
Quick learner, tech-savvy, and a knack for connecting the dots, retaining the knowledge required to excel in the role.
Good team player committed to excellence working in a team or independently.
Demonstrated ability to forge partnerships and maintain strong networks.
Excellent listening and interpersonal skills: maturity, highly commendable work ethics and sensitivity to different socio-cultural backgrounds.
Outstanding written and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information to a variety of audiences.

How to apply:

Go to http://worldagroforestry.org/working-for-icraf/vacancies

CV and Cover Letter should be in PDF and Labelled with the applicants First and Second Name only.

Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the job requirements will be contacted.

Deadline: 31 August 2023

25.

Position: Climate Change Adaptation Coordinator for MCC Kenya/Tanzania

Location: Nairobi

Recruiter / Employer: Mennonite Central Committee

About the Position: The Climate Change Adaptation Coordinator will manage Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting (PMER) processes with several MCC-supported projects in Kenya and Tanzania. The person in this position will primarily relate with a partner organization in Kenya implementing a new Nature-Based Solutions project funded by Canadian Foodgrains Bank (CFGB) to help smallholder farmers adapt to climate change in the Athi River basin in Makueni County.

Responsibilities:

Manage MCC’s PMER processes with partner organizations implementing MCC-supported projects helping smallholder farmers adapt to climate change in Kenya and Tanzania. This work will be done in coordination with the MCC K/T Food-Security Field Officer and under the supervision of the MCC K/T Representatives.

Accompany Utooni Development Organization (UDO) (80%)
Divide time between the new CFGB-funded Nature+ Food Systems (NPFS) climate change adaptation project (60%) and the ongoing CFGB-funded Climate Smart Agriculture and Livelihoods Project (20%)
Accompany UDO on the above projects with planning, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting requirements. Work will include engaging with staff on data collection, analysis, reporting, all to support ongoing learning for incorporation into project activities for positive impact with project participants.
Participate in the Nature+ Kenya Steering Committee and other networks, connecting with other organizations doing similar food-security work, with the goal of collaborating and learning.
Identify opportunities for capacity-building support and support partner strengthening as needed.
Liaise with MCC Canada and CFGB.

Accompany other MCC Kenya/Tanzania partners (20%)

Provide PMER and technical support as needed to other partner organizations with food-security/livelihoods projects supported by MCC Kenya/Tanzania including:

Maasai Integrated Development Initiatives (MIDI) in Kajiado County
One World Sustainable Livelihoods in Hanang District in Tanzania
NCCK conservation agriculture and resiliency project in Turkana

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

Master’s degree in environmental science, international development, or a related field preferred
Relevant experience (2-5 years) in climate change adaptation, international development,
sustainable agriculture, or a related field
Experience with project data collection and analysis preferred
Critical thinking skills and detail-orientation
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds
Experience working in a cross-cultural setting
Self-starter with ability to work independently
Ability and willingness to travel in rural areas and drive off-road
Strong English language skills, both oral and written
Enthusiasm for learning a local language

All MCC workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to:

Personal Christian faith and discipleship
Active participation in a Christian church or Christian community
Nonviolent peacemaking

MCC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity. MCC values diversity and invites all qualified candidates to apply. Invitations to serve with MCC are contingent on the successful outcome of criminal background check(s).

How to apply: Apply on our website by uploading a resume and cover letter to be considered: Great position Climate Change Adaptation Coordinator for MCC Kenya/Tanzania hiring now (salesforce-sites.com)

Deadline: 20 Aug 2023

26.

Position: Postdoctoral Fellow (Vector Chemical Ecologist)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya at the icipe Headquarter, Duduville campus

Recruiter / Employer: International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe)

About the Position: icipe is seeking to appoint an outstanding, dynamic, and self-motivated Postdoctoral Fellow (Vector Chemical Ecologist) to work in the Animal Health Theme, in support of the achievement of the objectives, vision and mission of the Centre. icipe’s Vision and Strategy 2021–2025 is available at this link: www.icipe.org/system/files_force/about/corporate_publications_files/icipe_Vision_and_Strategy_2021-2025.pdf?download=1

Duration: 2 Years

Responsibilities:

Overall purpose of the job

Reporting to the Senior Scientist and Head of Animal Health Theme, the successful applicant will be responsible for:

Work within the research group focused on developing and implementing an Integrated Vector
Management (IVM) strategy to counter the threat of transmission of vector-borne diseases to livestock and humans. The holder will contribute to developing environmentally sound vector control tools to manage vector-borne diseases of livestock and zoonotic diseases.
Carry out studies including elucidating vector (tsetse, stomoxys, ticks) chemical ecology, pathogens-livestock host-vectors interactions.
Investigate how pathogens modulate host metabolites.
Identify how infection of the host affects vector behaviour.
Coordinate a balance of basic and applied research understanding the behaviour, mechanism of various vector-host interactions in different livestock husbandry systems from pastoralists to zero grazing, and mixed livestock farming systems that will lead to discovery of control tools.

Specific duties

The successful candidate is expected to:
To undertake high-quality research on how vectors respond to ecologically relevant livestock, wild animals and environmental odour cues in a complex changing climate and chemical environment.
Investigate the neuroethology of tsetse flies (cellular and molecular mechanism of tsetse host interaction).
Investigate multitrophic level interactions among various livestock and wild host- tsetse fliespathogens interaction across diverse ecologies.
Investigate the impacts of pathogens on host metabolites.
Design laboratory and field-based assays to evaluate novel vector control tools.
Develop neurogenetics tools that are established in Drosophila to apply in non-model insects such as tsetse flies, stomoxys to facilitate discovery of behavior-modifying odors.
Assess the potential and efficacy of various vector control tools (in collaboration with the Animal Health Theme scientists) and how to integrate them into an IVM strategy.
Develop and improve tools for vector surveillance and control to enhance livestock resilience in partnership with the Technology Transfer Unit, and other stakeholders.
Participate in development of project proposals to strengthen climate-smart livestock husbandry
systems research within the Animal Health Theme.
Supervise junior scientists and graduate students (MSc and PhD) in chemical ecology of disease vectors.
Publish research outputs in high-quality peer-reviewed journals.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

PhD in Insect Chemical Ecology or related field.
2 years of postdoctoral experience in a relevant research area.
Broad knowledge of chemical ecology techniques (GC-MS, single sensillum recording, bioinformatics, gene silencing, molecular techniques, behavioral bioassay etc.) as evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed high-impact journals.
Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
Experience in statistical designs, reporting, budgeting and data analysis in support of the research activities.
At least 3 publications in the relevant field in a peer-reviewed journal.
Significant contribution to the preparation of at least two successfully funded proposals.
Demonstrate involvement in donor relations or building fund-raising coalitions with partners.
Experience in stakeholder engagement.

How to apply: Interested applicants should submit: (a) a confidential cover letter; (b) detailed CV with names and addresses of 3 referees (including e-mail addresses); (c) a statement illustrating suitability against the listed qualifications/ competencies/

abilities and skills; (d) share two published papers.

Candidates are required to apply online through: http://recruit.icipe.org or by email: recruitment@icipe.org

Deadline: 8th September 2023

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Position: Baseline Study on Economic Empowerment of Women in Agriculture

Location: Ghana/Kenya

Recruiter / Employer: CABI (Centre for Agriculture and Biosciences International)

About the Position:

Purpose of the study

In order to demonstrate the effectiveness of our work under goal three of CABI’s Medium-Term Strategy 2023-25, it is necessary to conduct a baseline study for women’s economic empowerment in agriculture. This will provide a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by women. It serves as a foundation for evidence-based policy-making, targeted interventions, and collaborative efforts aimed at fostering inclusive and sustainable agriculture development. It allows us to gather vital information, establish a benchmark for progress, and design effective interventions that promote gender equality and enhance women’s economic empowerment. By investing in this study, we can take significant strides towards achieving gender equality, empowering women, and realizing the full potential of agricultural sectors. This baseline study will serve as a benchmark for PlantwisePlus implementing countries to increase its impact on gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Responsibilities:

Scope of the study

The baseline study will be carried out at the country level in two PlantwisePlus countries: Ghana and Kenya. The study aims to collect information on the following:

Women’s economic empowerment levels: based on knowledge and awareness of the key gender issues and gendered power dynamics in the target countries, establish baseline data on current levels of women’s economic empowerment in agriculture at a local level, that can also be used at a more general (national) level. Specifically, the baseline will provide data on:
women’s access to and control over farming inputs (land, labor, finance, advice, technologies, etc.)
existing knowledge of women farmers and their capacity to access digital information
women’s capacities and access to information on pest management, plant health
existing gender disparities
barriers women farmers encounter
specific areas where intervention and support are most needed and propose targeted strategies to address their needs.
Income generation: the baseline will collect data on existing women’s empowerment levels, agricultural productivity, farming income, and market access. The study will also suggest new income and employment opportunities for women and youth as agricultural services providers.
Understand local challenges and context: the study will develop comprehensive case studies of localities where interventions have been fruitful, explaining key success factors that can potentially be replicated. Active engagement with the local stakeholders, such as women farmers community leaders, NGOs, and government officials, will be expected to gain first-hand insights and identify scalable solutions. This approach should deliver a robust understanding of local contexts while delivering broad insights useful for future interventions.

Education/ Work Experience Requirements:

Expertise and management:

The consultant selected for the study should possess the following expertise and qualifications:

Extensive experience in qualitative and quantitative gender research methodologies.
Clear understanding of similar studies, including baseline, midterm, and end-line assessments
Minimum of 10 years of proven work experience in gender studies, socio-economic studies, and similar fields
Proficiency in gender analysis, and gender-related assessments and research methodologies, Women Economic Empowerment Agriculture Index (WEAI) and economic empowerment tools
Previous experience conducting assessments using the Women’s Empowerment in Agriculture baselines
Previous work experience in programme areas, particularly in conducting baseline studies related to agriculture, digital tools, access to agri-inputs, markets, and climate resilience
Experience in integrating gender and promoting women’s empowerment, preferably in agricultural projects would be desirable
The consulting team should comprise at least three members, including a Gender and Social Inclusion (GSI) Expert
The Gender Expert should have Master’s degree in Humanities and Social Science/Social Work/Gender Studies
The consulting firm should clearly specify their work experience in the Kenya and Ghana, when submitting a proposal.

Evaluation criteria

All received proposals will be evaluated based on various indicators, including but not limited to:

Sound understanding of the assignment
Competent methodology
Consistency, coherence, and compliance with the TOR
Experience of the team leader
Composition of the team
Efficient budget planning

How to apply: reliefweb

Deadline: 23rd August 2023

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