Roundup agriculture jobs in Kenya-9th September, 2025
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With the continued growth of Kenya’s agriculture sector, a variety of job opportunities remain open through mid-September.
1.
Position: Manager, Impact Framework and Landscapes & Communities Projects
Employer: Rainforest Alliance
Location: Nairobi
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Drive operationalization of the Rainforest Alliance’s Impact Framework, especially in Africa and Asia, with a focus on aligning RA’s L&C project portfolio with the Impact Framework
- Ensure project M&E is standardized, embedding Impact Framework indicators
- Ensure that storage and reporting of project data are standardized, that project data are available and can be aggregated to report overall impact of the project portfolio
- Serve as Africa and Asia Pacific primary point of contact for capacity building, coaching and mentoring of project staff and partners on L&C M&E frameworks, processes and tools
- Ensure all L&C project managers (PMs), M&E staff and partners in Africa and Asia- Pacific adopt, maintain and use the Impact Framework to standardize project reporting and RA’s Project Management Platform (PMP) as their central system for evidence-based project technical performance monitoring;
- Lead Africa and Asia Pacific teams on the design of improved approaches, processes and tools, including GIS-based, aimed at supporting L&C project M&E frameworks, resolving data generation and management issues, and enhancing results-based project management;
- Present (often technically complex) L&C M&E frameworks, processes and tools to internal and external stakeholders
- On a demand-based basis, support local teams and regional Institutional Relations and M&E staff in Africa and Asia Pacific in preparing L&C project initiatives, ensuring RA´s best project design practices (e.g., robust Theories of Change and Logframes, adequate M&E project budgets, and other relevant best practice);
- Proactively support the organization in achieving its 2030 Strategy, especially by working with other M&E colleagues to ensure our work is set up to drive impact along six impact pathways that constitute the organization´s Impact Framework;
- Work closely with the Thriving Landscapes M&E team to ensure consistency and coordination within the organization’s programs and landscapes approaches;
- Cultivate a culture of positive and proactive collaboration, engage widely and inclusively across the organization, clearly demonstrating taking broad perspectives into consideration, and embed continuous learning and simplification into all aspects of programmatic work; and;
- Other duties, as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in agriculture, forestry or other relevant field
- At least 7+ years of progressive, relevant experience in designing and implementing monitoring & evaluation systems, of which the majority in the field of tropical agriculture and/or forestry
- At least 6 years of management level experience in M&E data collection methodologies improving producer and market value;
- Demonstrated ability (5 years’) in M&E data quality assurance and analysis
- Demonstrated capacity to communicate impacts in a visually appealing way and that focuses on the key information required;
- Extraordinary commitment, energy and a positive approach;
- Knowledge of sustainable development issues and commitment to Rainforest Alliance’s goals of strengthening livelihoods and securing human rights; conserving forests and other high-value ecosystems; restoring production systems and rural landscapes; and mitigating climate change and building climate resilience;
- Thorough understanding of landscapes programs and frameworks (e.g., 1000 Landscapes and LandScale) preferred;
- Direct experience working with agricultural producers (small, medium and large) and/or forest communities preferred;
- Key management competencies: Transformational leadership, innovation, adaptability, persuasion, critical and reflective thinking, public speaking, resourcefulness, relationship builder based on trust, empathy and openness, and strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities in a time critical manner;
- Experience in using GIS software and data collection tools is a plus;
- High quality spoken and written English.
How to apply:Interested and qualified? Go to Rainforest Alliance on recruiting.ultipro.com to apply
Deadline: 15th Sep 2025
2.
Position: Agronomic Advisor
Employer: Save the Children
Location: Nairobi
ROLE PURPOSE:
Save the Children is seeking an agronomic specialist for a 5-year program. This project aims to strengthen agro-economies, climate resilience and well-being of smallholder tea farmers, women and children, in Nandi County through enhanced integration of climate sensitive sustainable land-management practices and access to carbon market finance. The project will reach smallholder farmers with climate-smart agriculture extension services and agroforestry, enhance reafforestation/afforestation in community and protected areas, strengthening market linkages and supply chain infrastructure. This will be complemented by targeted nutrition awareness interventions.
In close coordination with the child poverty technical specialist S/he will promote or implement best agronomic practices and technology for sustainable intensification of crop production at project sites. The Agronomist will support resilient food systems mechanisms, train staff and farmers on methods to improve crop production including agroforestry. She/he will participate in conducting field visits to project sites to advise, coach and mentor farmers about better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yield, and solving problems for the successful management of agricultural production operations. In addition, the post holder will engage in documentation of best practices, learnings and lessons in the areas of climate-smart crop production, agroforestry and productivity.
The role holder will ensure that gender, child rights and safeguarding approaches are mainstreamed in the program, ensuring education and training addresses topics of inequity and that participation is balanced. He will ensure that girls and boys and women are protected in all their diversity from violence, abuse and exploitation alongside their right to meaningful participation in decisions that affect them in this project.
He/she will lead in the design of work plans and implementation of technical support to local implementing partners and networks, including sharing and coordinating with all stakeholders in the project implementation sub-counties. The position will be based in Nandi County headquarter town with frequent travel to project sites.
SCOPE OF ROLE:
Reports to: Operations Manager with secondary reporting relationship to Child Poverty Technical Specialist.
Staff directly reporting to this post: None.
Country Dimensions: Save the Children has been operational in Kenya since 1950. As of 2024, Save the Children operates throughout Kenya with 6 field offices. In 2024, we directly reached more than 695,000 people through our humanitarian and longer-term development work in Health, Nutrition, Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH), Education, Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL), Child Protection and Child Rights Governance. The Country Office oversees several active awards from a variety of governmental and institutional donors, including some of our largest donors such as USAID, ECHO, LEGO, BHA, and FCDO.
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
Programme Design and Oversight:
- Lead design and oversee the implementation of agroforestry systems, such as indigenous forestry integration, fruit trees, hedgerows, companion planting tailored to local needs.
- Provide technical guidance on sustainable land management techniques, including terracing, alley cropping, and erosion control measures.
- Advise on the cultivation of food crops including vegetables crops with climate-smart thinking and action.
- Establish frameworks for monitoring food crops and agroforestry systems to ensure adherence to climate-smart principles and carbon credit methodological requirements.
- Work with project stakeholders to ensure they are inclusive in crop farming approaches that support small holder farmers.
- Provide technical advice on agricultural related program/project design at CO level.
- Support donor engagement and other related strategic engagement at CO level
- Performs other duties as assigned by the line manager
Capacity Building and Collaboration:
- Facilitate training sessions and workshops for farmers on agroforestry practices, focusing on native and high-value tree species.
- Facilitate training sessions and workshops on monitoring, verification and reporting for carbon credit processes.
- Engage with local farmer cooperatives, government agencies, and community organizations to build partnerships and foster collaboration.
- Collaborating with the project staffs, provide technical support and liaise with the staffs of relevant government partners and research organizations in the areas of agriculture.
- Provide training on climate smart crop production for project beneficiaries including sensitizing of climate change and its adaptation
- Develop training manuals and other knowledge products relevant to climate-smart crop production and agroforestry.
Advisory Services and Recommendations:
- Provide expertise in tree species selection and agroforestry design to maximize ecosystem and economic benefits.
- Advise on risk mitigation strategies for issues such as land degradation, soil erosion, and human-wildlife conflicts.
- Deliver recommendations to enhance programme scalability and sustainability.
Monitoring, Reporting, and Evaluation:
- Implement tools for tracking programme outcomes, including carbon sequestration, improved farmer incomes, and enhanced biodiversity.
- Compile progress reports with actionable insights and present them to key stakeholders.
- Lead studies, assessments, documentation of best practices/lessons and activities related to climate smart crop production.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- BSc in Agronomy, Plant Sciences, Crop sciences, Extension and other related disciplines, MSc in Agronomy preferred.
- At least 10 years of practical work experience in rural development particularly in diversified livelihood and participatory research approaches
- Demonstrates good understanding of the Village Based Advisor (VBA) business model.
- Demonstrated consultancy experience in designing and executing agroforestry or sustainable land management projects.
- Knowledge of the agriculture development & policy environment in Kenya
- Strong expertise in climate-smart agricultural practices and working knowledge of Kenya’s rural farming systems.
- Exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
Preferred Attributes:
- Familiarity with Nandi County’s biophysical and socioeconomic landscape.
- Experience collaborating with entities such as the Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), farmer cooperatives/SACCO’s and Community Forest Associations (CFAs).
- Proven ability to deliver high-quality outputs within tight timelines and resource constraints.
SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)
Accountability:
- Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values.
- Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities, giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved.
- Creates a managerial environment to lead, enable and maintain our culture of child safeguarding.
Collaboration:
- Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to; builds and maintains effective relationships with colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters
- Works collaboratively to achieve shared goals and thrives on diversity of people and perspectives; knows when to lead and when to follow and how to ensure effective cross-boundary working.
- Communicates clearly and confidently with others to engage and influence; promotes dialogue and ensures timely and appropriate messages, building confidence and trust.
- Invests time and energy to actively develop self and others to help realise their full potential, and to build the organisation’s capability for the future.
- Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
- Willing to take disciplined risks
Integrity:
- Honest, encourages openness and transparency, builds trust and confidence.
- Displays consistent excellent judgement
Creativity:
- Applies the required technical and professional expertise to the highest standards; promotes and shares best practice within and outside the organization.
- Develops and implements innovative solutions to adapt and succeed in ever-changing and uncertain global and working environments.
- Takes effective, considered and timely decisions by gathering and evaluating relevant information from within or outside the organization.
Ambition:
- Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same
- Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale
Additional job responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Save the Children on hcri.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com to apply
Deadline: Not specified
3.
Position: Internal Inspector
Employer: Peoplelink Consultants Ltd
Location: Kwale
- Conduct internal inspections of farms and production units according to ICS procedures and organic standards (USDA/NOP, EU 2018/848).
- Verify farm compliance with EU organic regulations, including production, field management, and harvesting practices.
- Estimate yields and verify data accuracy through balance verification exercises.
- Complete and submit all required documentation and reports accurately and on time to the ICS data clerk. Adhere to the company’s Grower Group Quality Manual and annual work plan for all inspections.
- Identify non-compliance issues and guide farmers on necessary corrective actions.
- Accompany field officers to assist with monitoring and evaluating farm activities.
- Educate and support farmers on organic and Fair-Trade standards and coconut quality requirements, ensuring farm-level traceability.
- Provide on-site guidance to farmers on organic inputs and proper harvesting methods.
- Train other staff, including field officers, buying clerks, and receiving clerks, on inspection processes and compliance.
- Stay current with changes in organic regulations (EU and USDA/NOP) to ensure continuous compliance.
- Prepare detailed inspection reports with observations, compliance status, and follow-up actions.
- Maintain accurate records of farmer compliance and update the Approved Farmers List (AFL).
- Communicate inspection findings and compliance requirements to farmers and field officers.
- Collaborate with management to schedule inspections and ensure continuous improvement, while
- maintaining impartiality and declaring any conflicts of interest.
Requirements
- A Diploma in Agriculture
- Two years of work experience
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of farming practices including Organic standards, Fairtrade, Climate smart farming techniques.
- Computer proficiency: Moderate computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with people across all literacy levels.
- Ability to use smart gadgets in data collection and doing surveys
- Confident public speaker
- Willingness to spend long hours in the field riding and walking in the farms.
- Ability to speak fluently in English and Swahili
- Motorcycle riding experience with a valid
How to apply: Send Your Resume: jobs@peoplelink.co.ke with job title as the subject
Deadline: Not specified
4.
Position: Technical Assistant
Employer: Peoplelink Consultants Ltd
Location: Kwale
- Establish and manage Company’s central nursery and demonstration farms.
- Supervise all nursery activities to ensure they meet efficiency, compliance, and good agricultural practice standards.
- Monitor and analyze data on propagation, germination, and seedling growth at the nursery.
- Develop and oversee schedules for irrigation, nutrition, crop protection, and weeding.
- Manage attendance and payroll for casual workers at the nursery and demo farms.
- Compile and submit regular progress reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual) on nursery and demo farm performance.
- Maintain comprehensive databases of mother plants, seedlings, and smallholder demo farms.
- Provide training to casual workers and farmers on nursery management and coconut tree husbandry.
- Train field officers and buying clerks on best agricultural practices and research findings.
- Support the organization of farmer demonstration days at the Demo Farm.
- Create digital content to be used for farmer training and extension activities.
- Monitor farmer seedling progress using Appsheet software and provide regular reports.
- Coordinate with field officers on mother plant and seedling bookings with farmers.
- Assist in identifying and establishing smallholder demo farms and micro-nurseries.
- Collaborate with field officers and supervisors to ensure the successful management of these smallholder sites.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Crop Science, or a related field.
- A Diploma is acceptable if it’s accompanied by strong field experience.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in crop propagation, nursery management, or demo farm management, specifically with tree crops, horticulture or perennials.
- Experience working with smallholder farmers and managing extension or training programs.
- Previous exposure to agricultural data systems, such a digital tools or mobile reporting, is considered an advantage.
- Must be a licensed motorbike rider.
How to apply: Send Your Resume: jobs@peoplelink.co.ke with job title as the subject
Deadline: Not specified
5.
Position: Veg Nursery Manager
Employer: AAA Growers
Location: Nairobi
Job Objective
At Veg Nursery, we specialize in producing high quality vegetable seedlings and summer flowers that serve both our internal farming operations and external customers. Our goal is to deliver healthy, uniform, and vigorous seedlings that guarantee strong field performance and customer satisfaction.
As a Veg Nursery Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the planning, coordination, and management of nursery operations. This involves supervising the propagation of vegetables and summer flowers, ensuring the highest quality standards, optimizing resources, and leading a skilled team. You will also play a key role in developing strategies that strengthen veg nursery’s position as a center of excellence in propagation of vegetables and summer flowers within AAA Growers. Greatness, Responsibility, Openness, and Warmth are the values you live and work by.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Nursery Operations & Quality Control
- Oversee the daily propagation of vegetables and summer flowers from seed/seedling stage to transplant readiness.
- Implement and monitor quality assurance systems to ensure high germination rates, uniform growth, and disease-free seedlings.
- Ensure proper irrigation, fertilization, pest and disease management, and nursery hygiene.
Planning & Strategy
- Develop propagation schedules aligned with farm demands and customer orders.
- Anticipate future challenges (climate, pest pressures, market demand) and design strategies to address them.
- Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement in propagation practices.
Resource & Budget Management
- Manage nursery budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.
- Oversee procurement and efficient use of seeds, substrates, fertilizers, chemicals, and other nursery inputs.
- Ensure infrastructure and equipment (greenhouses, irrigation, shading) are well maintained
People Management
- Lead, train, and motivate a team of nursery staff to achieve operational excellence.
- Ensure health, safety, and compliance with labor and environmental regulations.
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous learning.
Customer & Stakeholder Relations
- Ensure timely delivery of quality seedlings to internal and external customers.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Provide technical advice and after-sales support where needed.
Your Profile
- Graduate in Horticulture, Floriculture, Agronomy, or Agriculture.
- 5–7 years’ proven experience in vegetable and flower propagation at management level.
- Strong technical expertise in nursery propagation (vegetables and summer flowers).
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and team management skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and planning abilities.
- Good command of English, both written and spoken.
- Computer proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to AAA Growers on www.aaagrowers.co.ke to apply
Deadline: 10th Sep 2025
6.
Position: Director, Regenerative Agriculture, Africa
Employer: Rockefeller Foundation
Location: Nairobi
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Design and direct the Regenerative School Meals strategy across East Africa, with influence across additional geographies such as Indonesia and the Philippines.
- Oversee the translation of complex systems-change opportunities into actionable strategies and projects, sourcing and shaping grants and partnerships that drive impact.
- Lead cross-team integration with internal stakeholders and ensure strategic alignment with the Foundation’s food and climate portfolios.
- Develop and adapt, and lead a strategic plan to deliver long-term goals, including catalyzing market shifts, policy reform, and measurable environmental and social outcomes.
Portfolio and Grantmaking Oversight
- Lead the scouting, management, and growth of a portfolio of grants and investments, ensuring alignment with initiative goals and rigorous monitoring, learning, and evaluation.
- Source new areas for investment and innovation, including financial mechanisms, policy, and advocacy approaches, including subsidy repurposing, and capturing and reporting on regenerative metrics.
- Supervise consultants and summer associates, providing mentorship and oversight to ensure high-quality execution and learning, while fluidly flexing from oversight to direct implementation tasks required for delivery on this small, agile team.
External Engagement and Thought Leadership
- Represent the Foundation at global and regional convenings (e.g., Africa Food Systems Summit, UNGA, COP, Bellagio), delivering strategic communications and thought leadership on regenerative agriculture and school meals.
- Author and disseminate strategic content (e.g., blog posts, reports, op-eds) to elevate the initiative’s visibility and influence.
- Curate and engage a network of experts, funders, and practitioners to inform strategy and accelerate impact.
Partnership Development
- Cultivate and manage a wide array of partnerships with governments, multilateral institutions, private investors, and philanthropic funders, supporting with strategy alignment, concept development, and advocacy.
- Lead efforts to mobilize co-investment and build coalitions around regenerative agriculture and school meals in lighthouse geographies.
- Design and lead convenings, learning journeys, and strategic engagements that build shared vision and advocacy across stakeholders.
Education, Experience, and Skills
- Generally expected to have at least 10 years of experience in regenerative agriculture, agroecology, food systems, agricultural economics, or related fields.
- Proven leadership experience in Africa, with deep familiarity with regional food systems and stakeholder networks in regenerative agriculture in East Africa.
- Advanced degree (Master’s required; PhD preferred) in Soil Science, Agronomy, Agroecology, Environmental Engineering, Agricultural Economics, or related discipline.
- Demonstrated success in leading multi-stakeholder initiatives, managing complex portfolios, and influencing policy and investment landscapes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including effective public speaking and strategic communications.
- Experience in environmental and conservation-based investing, blended finance, and private investment strategies.
- Proven ability to engage directly with farmers, landscape stewards, and investors to build trust and shared vision.
- Incredibly detail-oriented, organized, and capable of juggling competing tasks, shifting priorities, and demanding deadlines.
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Rockefeller Foundation on workforcenow.adp.com to apply
Deadline: Not specified
7.
Position: Sales Agents (Kiambu-Murang’a)
Employer: Synnefa
Location: Kiambu and Murang’a
Role Overview:
We are seeking enthusiastic and driven Sales Agents to join our team at Synnefa. In this role, you will be instrumental in promoting and selling our cutting-edge agricultural products: FarmCloud, FarmShield, and Smart Greenhouses in Kiambu and Murang’a region. Your efforts will directly contribute to empowering farmers with technology-driven solutions that enhance productivity and sustainability.
Responsibilities:
- Sales Execution: Drive sales from lead to close, meet targets, and provide post-sale support to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Training & Onboarding: Educate farmers on product benefits, assist with account setup, and support onboarding onto FarmCloud.
- Farmer Engagement: Source and build relationships with farmers and local influencers in your assigned territory.
- Product Promotion: Market and demonstrate Synnefa’s solutions to drive awareness and adoption.
- Lead Management: Generate and qualify leads, documenting high-potential prospects for follow-up.
- Reporting: Maintain records of farmer interactions, training sessions, and leads; submit timely progress reports to your manager.
- Market Feedback: Collect farmer insights and share with internal teams to improve product relevance and outreach.
Required Qualifications:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Sales, Marketing, or related field.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in sales (agriculture sector preferred).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to explain technical products in a relatable and engaging manner.
- Proficient in MS Office and CRM systems.
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work under minimal supervision.
- Fluent in English and Swahili (knowledge of additional local languages is an asset).
- Possession of a valid driver’s license is a plus.
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Synnefa on synnefa.breezy.hr to apply
Deadline: Not specified
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Position: Sales Agents (Meru-Tharaka Nithi)
Employer: Synnefa
Location: Meru- Tharaka Nithi
Role Overview:
We are seeking enthusiastic and driven Sales Agents to join our team at Synnefa. In this role, you will be instrumental in promoting and selling our cutting-edge agricultural products: FarmCloud, FarmShield, and Smart Greenhouses in Meru and Tharaka Nithi region. Your efforts will directly contribute to empowering farmers with technology-driven solutions that enhance productivity and sustainability.
Responsibilities:
- Sales Execution: Drive sales from lead to close, meet targets, and provide post-sale support to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Training & Onboarding: Educate farmers on product benefits, assist with account setup, and support onboarding onto FarmCloud.
- Farmer Engagement: Source and build relationships with farmers and local influencers in your assigned territory.
- Product Promotion: Market and demonstrate Synnefa’s solutions to drive awareness and adoption.
- Lead Management: Generate and qualify leads, documenting high-potential prospects for follow-up.
- Reporting: Maintain records of farmer interactions, training sessions, and leads; submit timely progress reports to your manager.
- Market Feedback: Collect farmer insights and share with internal teams to improve product relevance and outreach.
Required Qualifications:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Sales, Marketing, or related field.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in sales (agriculture sector preferred).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to explain technical products in a relatable and engaging manner.
- Proficient in MS Office and CRM systems.
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work under minimal supervision.
- Fluent in English and Swahili (knowledge of additional local languages is an asset).
- Possession of a valid driver’s license is a plus.
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Synnefa on synnefa.breezy.hr to apply
Deadline: Not specified
9.
Position: Sales Agents (Nakuru-Nyandarua)
Employer: Synnefa
Location: Nakuru-Nyandarua
Role Overview:
We are seeking enthusiastic and driven Sales Agents to join our team at Synnefa. In this role, you will be instrumental in promoting and selling our cutting-edge agricultural products: FarmCloud, FarmShield, and Smart Greenhouses in Nakuru and Nyandarua region. Your efforts will directly contribute to empowering farmers with technology-driven solutions that enhance productivity and sustainability.
Responsibilities:
- Sales Execution: Drive sales from lead to close, meet targets, and provide post-sale support to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Training & Onboarding: Educate farmers on product benefits, assist with account setup, and support onboarding onto FarmCloud.
- Farmer Engagement: Source and build relationships with farmers and local influencers in your assigned territory.
- Product Promotion: Market and demonstrate Synnefa’s solutions to drive awareness and adoption.
- Lead Management: Generate and qualify leads, documenting high-potential prospects for follow-up.
- Reporting: Maintain records of farmer interactions, training sessions, and leads; submit timely progress reports to your manager.
- Market Feedback: Collect farmer insights and share with internal teams to improve product relevance and outreach.
Required Qualifications:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Sales, Marketing, or related field.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in sales (agriculture sector preferred).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to explain technical products in a relatable and engaging manner.
- Proficient in MS Office and CRM systems.
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work under minimal supervision.
- Fluent in English and Swahili (knowledge of additional local languages is an asset).
- Possession of a valid driver’s license is a plus.
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Synnefa on synnefa.breezy.hr to apply
Deadline: Not specified.
10.
Position: Sales Agents (Nyeri-Laikipia)
Employer: Synnefa
Location: Laikipia- Nyeri
Role Overview:
We are seeking enthusiastic and driven Sales Agents to join our team at Synnefa. In this role, you will be instrumental in promoting and selling our cutting-edge agricultural products: FarmCloud, FarmShield, and Smart Greenhouses in Nyeri and Laikipia Region. Your efforts will directly contribute to empowering farmers with technology-driven solutions that enhance productivity and sustainability.
Responsibilities:
- Sales Execution: Drive sales from lead to close, meet targets, and provide post-sale support to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Training & Onboarding: Educate farmers on product benefits, assist with account setup, and support onboarding onto FarmCloud.
- Farmer Engagement: Source and build relationships with farmers and local influencers in your assigned territory.
- Product Promotion: Market and demonstrate Synnefa’s solutions to drive awareness and adoption.
- Lead Management: Generate and qualify leads, documenting high-potential prospects for follow-up.
- Reporting: Maintain records of farmer interactions, training sessions, and leads; submit timely progress reports to your manager.
- Market Feedback: Collect farmer insights and share with internal teams to improve product relevance and outreach.
Required Qualifications:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Sales, Marketing, or related field.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in sales (agriculture sector preferred).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to explain technical products in a relatable and engaging manner.
- Proficient in MS Office and CRM systems.
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work under minimal supervision.
- Fluent in English and Swahili (knowledge of additional local languages is an asset).
- Possession of a valid driver’s license is a plus.
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Synnefa on synnefa.breezy.hr to apply
Deadline: Not specified
11.
Position: Sales Agents (Embu-Kirinyaga)
Employer: Synnefa
Location: Embu- Kirinyaga
Role Overview:
We are seeking enthusiastic and driven Sales Agents to join our team at Synnefa. In this role, you will be instrumental in promoting and selling our cutting-edge agricultural products: FarmCloud, FarmShield, and Smart Greenhouses in Embu and Kirinyaga Region. Your efforts will directly contribute to empowering farmers with technology-driven solutions that enhance productivity and sustainability.
Responsibilities:
- Sales Execution: Drive sales from lead to close, meet targets, and provide post-sale support to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Training & Onboarding: Educate farmers on product benefits, assist with account setup, and support onboarding onto FarmCloud.
- Farmer Engagement: Source and build relationships with farmers and local influencers in your assigned territory.
- Product Promotion: Market and demonstrate Synnefa’s solutions to drive awareness and adoption.
- Lead Management: Generate and qualify leads, documenting high-potential prospects for follow-up.
- Reporting: Maintain records of farmer interactions, training sessions, and leads; submit timely progress reports to your manager.
- Market Feedback: Collect farmer insights and share with internal teams to improve product relevance and outreach.
Required Qualifications:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Sales, Marketing, or related field.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in sales (agriculture sector preferred).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to explain technical products in a relatable and engaging manner.
- Proficient in MS Office and CRM systems.
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work under minimal supervision.
- Fluent in English and Swahili (knowledge of additional local languages is an asset).
- Possession of a valid driver’s license is a plus.
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Synnefa on synnefa.breezy.hr to apply
Deadline: Not specified
12.
Position: Pastoral Private Sector Market Integration Expert Consultant
Employer: African Union – InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources
Location: Nairobi
The key responsibilities of the Consultant will include the following:
Project implementation and management
- Lead the pastoral sector landscape, profiling and market analyses to identify priority private sector partners, investment and marketing opportunities in target geographies / countries
- Lead the development and coordinate the implementation of a comprehensive strategy for pastoral and private sector engagement, and strengthening their integration in the livestock markets
- Coordinate the National Market Integration Pillar groups activities.
- Support the development and management of a database on pastoral marketing-chain.
- Design and lead the implementation of initiatives aimed at promoting the integration of pastoral private sector into the livestock markets.
- Explore and advocate for the use of innovative technologies and digital solutions to enhance market access and integration for pastoralists.
- Contribute to Platform governance and management as a member of the Platform Management Committee (PMC)
Stakeholder engagement, coordination and capacity building
- Facilitate coordination among various pastoral market stakeholders, including pastoralists (producers), private sector entities, pastoral associations, collective initiatives; NGOs and government agencies; RECs, international partners and development agencies, to ensure seamless operations of the platform.
- Engage in advocacy and communication activities to raise awareness of the importance of pastoral integration into livestock markets.
- Facilitate public-private dialogues and develop collaborative business-opportunity proposals for mutually beneficial partnerships and collaborations.
- Provide technical assistance on sustainable and inclusive business models for pastoral livestock sub-sector.
- Identify capacity building needs and programs for pastoralists, private sector entities, and other stakeholders to enhance their understanding and engagement in the market integration process, and partnership development.
Monitoring and evaluation, and reporting on project implementation
- Contribute to the development and operation of a robust M&E frameworks to track progress, measure impact, and identify areas for improvement in market integration initiatives.
- Contribute to documentation and information sharing.
- Perform any other duties as requested by the Project Coordinator and the Director of AU-IBAR
Expected Outputs and Deliverables.
- Comprehensive Action Plan for the Private-Sector-Integration pillar.
- An In-depth analysis of the pastoral and livestock market, identifying opportunities for market integration and potential private sector partnership, in the target countries/geographies.
- Private sector mapping and profiling for pastoral investment and marketing in targeted geographies / countries.
- Comprehensive strategy for strengthening pastoralist integration into livestock markets.
- Mechanism for marketing and investment data collection, analysis, and dissemination.
- Periodical progress reports (technical and financial) on project status, implementation, achievements vs. milestone, and challenges/risks.
- Materials for showcasing the private sector investment and engagement in pastoral livestock markets (investment case studies and success stories, successful business model, etc.)
- Documented capacity building need analysis; and training programs and materials for the sector stakeholders in the targeted geographies.
Requirements
Academic and Professional qualifications
- Minimum qualification shall be Bachelor’s degree in agriculture / livestock production, agribusiness, agriculture / livestock economics, with a strong foundation in pastoral market dynamics, and promoting private sector integration.
- Post graduate degree, in similar fields will be considered as an advantage.
- Certifications in project management applications, such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments) will be considered as an additional asset, reflecting a standardized knowledge of project management practices.
General Experience
- Demonstrable experience of a minimum five (5) years in managing / implementing projects, with diverse team, preferably in the pastoral livestock sector development or related fields, at national, regional or multi-country levels.
- Strong writing, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with various stakeholders.
- Ability to work in a diverse / multicultural environment.
How to apply: Applications are open to individuals of eligible nationalities. If your career aspirations, qualifications, and experience match the above requirements, please email your application stating job title in the subject of the email. Applications should be submitted via email to procurement@au-ibar.org with a copy to Applications Should Include the Following
- A filled Application Form (form is attached);
- Detailed curriculum vitae;
- Detailed curriculum vitae with names and contact details of professional referees (reference letters may be provided)
- Completed declaration on exclusion criteria in the format attached; and,
- Copies of identification documents.
- Demonstration / Proof of proficiency in both written and spoken English and French.
Deadline: 29th Sep 2025
13.
Position: Sales Consultants – Agrimechanization
Employer: Sichey Automotive East Africa Limited
Location: Nairobi
Role Description
This is a full-time role for a Sales Consultant – Agrimechanization. The Sales Consultant will be responsible for consulting with clients to understand their needs, providing customized sales solutions, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction, and maintaining excellent communication and customer service. The Sales Consultant will also be involved in helping businesses succeed through tailored agrimechanization solutions.
Qualifications
- Sales Consulting and Consulting skills
- Customer Satisfaction and Customer Service skills
- Excellent Communication skills
- Ability to work independently and remotely
- Experience in the agricultural industry is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, or related field
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Sichey Automotive East Africa Limited on www.linkedin.com to apply
Deadline: Not specified
14.
Position: Assistant Animal Health Officer II – 3 Posts
Employer: Uasin Gishu County Government
Location: Uasin Gishu
Requirements for Appointment: –
- Diploma in any· of the following disciplines: – Animal Health, Animal Health and Production, Environmental Health, Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Diagnosis, Poultry Science or Animal Husbandry from a recognized institution with experience of three (3) years
- Possess a current valid practicing certificate;
- Membership of a relevant professional body; and
- Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Duties and Responsibilities: –
- Oversee construction and maintenance of farm structures;
- Give advice on dip designing siting and appraise construction’ and inspection and verification of imports and export of consignments;
- Train and advise on milking techniques and external parasite control technique such as dipping, spraying and dusting;
- Carry out vaccination, closed castration dehorning, animal identification, Deworming, disbudding, docking debeaking and hoof trimming;
- Carry out treatment of animals as per the skills acquired;
- Participate in disease search;
- Collect and collate data and write livestock technical reports;
- Keep records on animal breeding, animal health milk production, dipping data, slaughterhouse daily kill, meat condemnation and movement permits;
- Participate in animal health field demonstrations and agricultural shows;
- Undertake equipment sterilization, sample collection, packaging and dispatch;
- Rear experimental animals’ issue of livestock movement permits
- Undertake artificial insemination, meat inspection and grading;
- Enforce slaughterhouse hygiene, meat transport regulations;
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Uasin Gishu County Government on jobs.uasingishu.go.ke to apply
Deadline: 15th Sep 2025
15.
Position: Assistant Animal Health Officer III – 5 Posts
Employer: Uasin Gishu County Government
Location: Uasin Gishu
Requirements for appointment:-
- Diploma in any· of the following disciplines: – Animal Health, Animal Health and Production, Environmental Health, Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Diagnosis, Poultry Science or Animal Husbandry from a recognized institution;
- Possess a current valid practicing certificate;
- Membership of a relevant professional body;
- Proficiency in computer applications from a recognized institution; and
- Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Duties and responsibilities:-
- Oversee construction and maintenance of farm structures;
- Give advice on dip designing siting and appraise construction’ and inspection and verification of imports and export of consignments;
- Train and advise on milking techniques and external parasite control technique such as dipping, spraying and dusting;
- Carry out vaccination, closed castration dehorning, animal identification, Deworming, disbudding, docking debeaking and hoof trimming;
- Carry out treatment of animals as per the skills acquired;
- Participate in disease search;
- Collect and collate data and write livestock technical reports;
- Keep records on animal breeding, animal health milk production, dipping data, laughter house daily kill, meat condemnation and movement permits;
- Participate in animal health field demonstrations and agricultural shows;
- Undertake equipment sterilization, sample collection, packaging and dispatch;
- Rear experimental animals’ issue of livestock movement permits
- Undertake artificial insemination, meat inspection and grading;
- Enforce slaughterhouse hygiene, meat transport regulations
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Uasin Gishu County Government on jobs.uasingishu.go.ke to apply
Deadline: 15th Sep 2025
16.
Position: Agricultural Assistant II – 5 Posts
Employer: Uasin Gishu County Government
Location: Uasin Gishu
Requirements for appointment:-
- Certificate in any of the following fields: Agriculture, Horticulture or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
- Proficiency in computer applications from a recognized institution
Duties and responsibilities:-
- Coordinate crop related extension activities at the ward level
- Mobilize, train and advise farmers on matters relating to agricultural extension services in a working unit on matters related to Crop Production, horticultural production, Land Development and Planning.
- Distribute quality seeds, seedlings/planting materials at specific units.
- Organize field days demonstrations and tours.
- Identify farmers’ training needs.
- Prepare field reports.
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Uasin Gishu County Government on jobs.uasingishu.go.ke to apply
Deadline: 15th Sep 2025
17.
Position: Project Manager
Employer: SunCulture Kenya Ltd
Location: Nairobi
About the Role
The Project Manager for Maarifa will play a leading role in the planning and execution of the Maarifa initiative. Reporting to the Director of Innovation, this position is crucial for the successful development, launch, and scaling of SunCulture’s data platform. This role requires a dynamic leader with strong interpersonal and business building skills, project management skills, a technical understanding, and a passion for social impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Go-to-Market Strategy and Execution: Design and execute go-to-market plans, including pricing models, distribution channel mapping, and competitor benchmarking to enable the successful rollout of the platform. Manage partnership development associates and the field team to drive growth and market integration.
- Partnership Selection with Agribusinesses: Identify, assess, and select strategic partners, such as agribusinesses, global commodity traders, and government bodies, to secure pilot programs and align with Maarifa’s goals.
- Field Activities and Quality Standards: Oversee all field operations, including user onboarding, training, and support, ensuring strict adherence to quality standards and operational efficiency.
- Operate as the product owner and guide product development: Provide comprehensive oversight and roadmapping for the rollout of the Maarifa platform from its initial phase to full-scale deployment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agricultural business, Business Information Technology, or a closely related technical or business field.
- Proven experience (typically 7+ years) in project management, with strong experience specifically in go-to-market strategy and market expansion in agribusinesses.
- Strong experience in vendor selection and technical partnership management within the agriculture sectors
- Demonstrated experience in the technical assessment, design, and implementation of digital platforms, including an understanding of user experience, infrastructure, and data integration.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working in rural contexts is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira) and relevant engineering design tools is a strong plus.
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to SunCulture Kenya Ltd on sunculture.freshteam.com to apply
Deadline: Not specified
18.
Position: Tupande Extension and Aggregation Coordinator
Employer: One Acre Fund
Location: Kirinyaga
We are seeking exceptional Extension & Aggregation individuals to support Tupande’s fast-growing crop buyback programs in the avocado, macadamia, and dried fruit value chains. You will play a critical role in managing field activities and ensure effective implementation of our farmer-facing work streams including training, certification, and crop aggregation.
You will be a part of the Market Access team and will report directly to the respective Market Access Associate. This role is based in Sagana and is hybrid
Responsibilities
- Lead daily implementation of field activities across training, certification, and aggregation
- Coordinate a team of Extension and Aggregation Supervisors and Officers to achieve operational targets
- Support farmer recruitment, enrollment, and sensitization
- Coordinate site-level aggregation logistics, including sourcing center setup and data reporting
- Ensure compliance with set quality thresholds and volume targets
- Maintain strong relationships with local farmer leaders and government actors
- Collect and submit timely and accurate data to inform decisions
- Flag risks and escalate issues to the relevant Associate or Specialist
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.
Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
- Diploma or degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Community Development, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in rural extension, crop aggregation, or farmer training
- Prior experience managing teams and leading operational execution
- Demonstrated ability to deliver on ambitious field targets
- Familiarity with avocado or macadamia production is an added advantage
- Proficiency in Google Office Suite
- Ability to travel frequently within the assigned area
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to One Acre Fund on job-boards.greenhouse.io to apply
Deadline: Not specified
19.
Position: Central Tree Nurseries (CTN) Consultancy – Request for Proposal
Employer: Trees for the Future
Location: Nairobi
The consultancy will be carried out in the following phases:
Phase 1: Research
- Conduct a literature review on best practices for large-scale, low-cost production of high-quality fruit seedlings.
- Identify fruit tree species/varieties with good market potential by agro-ecological zone (AEZ). Map AEZs in the project areas within the study area described above, and determine species suitability by zone.
- Identify and conduct key informant interviews with experts from successful seedling production operations as well as TREES’ CTN managers in the study area.
- Review and assess alternative nursery models, including those run by youth, women’s groups, CBOs, or NGOs.
Phase 2: Technical and Operational Analysis of CTNs
- Visit and analyze current CTN setups, staffing, and operational successes and challenges within TREES projects.
- Identify the expertise and staffing requirements for efficient nursery operations and meeting set targets.
- Recommend appropriate nursery site locations, seedling capacities, and species to balance economies of scale and accessibility.
- Review and assess input sources including scions, seeds, suitable soil amendments (e.g. compost, bagasse, etc).
- Assess and recommend tree sack composition/specifications, options, and suppliers, emphasizing biodegradable materials.
- Review and recommend practical and effective pest management and phytosanitary protocols, with a focus on low-cost, organic solutions.
Phase 3: Strategic Planning and Documentation
- Develop a species-specific production plan and schedule aligned with the agricultural calendar for each country in the study area.
- Outline operational procedures for siting and establishing CTNs.
- Outline operational procedures for seedling production from input sourcing, to propagation, to distribution for outplanting.
- Recommend a staffing structure and training needs to sustain quality production.
- Propose a monitoring and evaluation framework for nursery performance.
- Propose a production timeline that ensures grafted fruit tree seedlings are available at the start of the long rains for farmer outplanting.
- Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all key processes in CTN operations.
DELIVERABLES
- Inception report detailing the study’s plan, approach, timeline, and budget.
- Literature review report on best practices in high-quality fruit tree seedling production.
- Key informant interview summary and insights from Kenya and Uganda.
- Breakdown of AEZs within the project area with suitable species projections and market opportunities.
Analytical report on:
- Challenges and constraints in current CTNs.
- Cost and savings comparison of in-house vs private nursery seedlings.
- Staffing and expertise needs.
- Nursery site selection recommendations, including rationale and capacity estimates.
- Input sourcing plan and supply chain recommendations.
- Technical specifications for appropriate biodegradable tree sacks.
- Species-specific production plan and schedule aligned with the agricultural calendar.
- Draft Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for CTNs (relevant to CTNs in all country programs).
- Final report synthesizing findings and recommendations, with an actionable roadmap for CTN optimization.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in agricultural science, biology, horticulture, forestry, or a related field or equivalent experience in high-quality fruit tree nusery operations and production.
- Significant experience with fruit tree nursery management, seedling production, grafting, especially for grafted fruit trees and high-value timber species.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct in-depth research and analyses, and strategic planning for agricultural production/agroforestry-based systems.
- Hands-on experience with fruit tree management (and experience working with smallholder farmers.
- Experience working in East Africa.
- Strong analytical, communication, and report writing skills.
- Experience developing actionable SOPs and technical documentation.
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Trees for the Future on ats.rippling.com to apply
Deadline: Not specifies
20.
Position: Tupande Extension and Aggregation Coordinator
Employer: One Acre Fund
Location: Nairobi
About the Role
- We are seeking exceptional Extension & Aggregation individuals to support Tupande’s fast-growing crop buyback programs in the avocado, macadamia, and dried fruit value chains. You will play a critical role in managing field activities and ensure effective implementation of our farmer-facing work streams including training, certification, and crop aggregation.
- You will be a part of the Market Access team and will report directly to the respective Market Access Associate. This role is based in Sagana and is hybrid
Responsibilities
- Lead daily implementation of field activities across training, certification, and aggregation
- Coordinate a team of Extension and Aggregation Supervisors and Officers to achieve operational targets
- Support farmer recruitment, enrollment, and sensitization
- Coordinate site-level aggregation logistics, including sourcing center setup and data reporting
- Ensure compliance with set quality thresholds and volume targets
- Maintain strong relationships with local farmer leaders and government actors
- Collect and submit timely and accurate data to inform decisions
- Flag risks and escalate issues to the relevant Associate or Specialist
Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
- Diploma or degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Community Development, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in rural extension, crop aggregation, or farmer training
- Prior experience managing teams and leading operational execution
- Demonstrated ability to deliver on ambitious field targets
- Familiarity with avocado or macadamia production is an added advantage
- Proficiency in Google Office Suite
- Ability to travel frequently within the assigned area
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to One Acre Fund on grnh.se to apply
Deadline: 13th Nov 2025
22.
Position: Sales Admin Executives – Animal Feeds
Employer: CDL Human Resource
Location: Thika
Duties:
- Prepare and maintain accurate sales reports and performance dashboards using advanced MS Excel and SAP (where applicable) to support data-driven decision-making by management.
- Coordinate and provide administrative support to the sales team, including order processing, documentation, and ensuring timely communication with both internal teams and customers.
- Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities, monitor progress against targets, and highlight areas requiring improvement for the Animal Feeds business.
- Liaise with management, sales teams, and customers to ensure smooth operations, effective communication, and the resolution of queries or challenges in a timely manner.
- Organize and manage multiple tasks under strict deadlines, including preparing presentations, supporting sales campaigns, and ensuring compliance with reporting and operational requirements.
Requirements
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office (Excel – advanced reporting, PowerPoint, Word).
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with sales teams, management, and customers.
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure with strict deadlines.
- Knowledge of SAP will be an added advantage.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Sales & Marketing, or related field.
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in sales coordination, admin support, or commercial operations.
- Mandatory experience in the Animal Feeds industry.
- Strong background in reporting, data management, and sales support functions.
How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to CDL Human Resource on cdl.zohorecruit.com to apply
Deadline: Not specified
