Roundup of agriculture jobs in Kenya– 4th March, 2025

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Position: Learn pathway lead

Employer:SNV Netherlands development organisation

Location: Nairobi

The LEARN Pathway Lead is a senior position which involves engaging with partners at high-level to rethink the learnings between regenerative agriculture (RA) and productive use of renewable energy (PURE) systems. The project aims to shift mindsets and drive systems transformation through the three interlinked pathways (Learn, Link, and Leverage). He/she will provide leadership, strategic direction and guidance on the activities and intervention within the LEARN pathway. He/she will collaborate closely with other Pathway Leads to ensure coherence in quality implementation and reporting. Work closely with identified program partners and local actors across the targeted Counties in Kenya. He/she will be responsible for driving the development and roll-out of the Learning agenda which underpins the integration of the RA-PURE nexus thinking into the program. A critical aspect of the program design is that the three pathways will operate concurrently rather than in isolation.

Job Description

Fostering Learning

Support evidence-based decision making for the program through opportunity assessments, synthesizing research and aligning evidence dissemination with the needs of partners and stakeholders to drive replication and scaling efforts.
Facilitate sector collaboration through strengthening coalitions and platforms at national and County level, fostering partnerships, and supporting peer-to-peer learning to advance RA-PURE nexus transformations.
Work closely with the MEL Lead and LINK Staff to generate actionable insights by building on existing initiatives, developing evaluation tools and metrics, and creating learning agendas for the program to strengthen capacities of partner coalitions and platforms towards nexus thinking.
Support the Communications team in designing and implementing strategic communications to raise awareness, share key findings, and promote the adoption of RA-PURE practices among diverse stakeholders.
Support in advancing systems transformation through facilitating the creation of joint RA-PURE agendas that enhance collaboration among ecosystem actors to drive the momentum for adoption of RA-PURE practices in Kenya.
Support partners to develop work plans and related budgeting to ensure quality implementation, as well as assessing and managing risk to assure value for money.
The Pathway lead will provide leadership, strategic direction and guidance on the Learn pathway activities and intervention, collaborating closely with other Pathway leads to ensure coherence in quality implementation and reporting.
Provide appropriate and targeted technical advice or assistance to the project partners and consultants on activities linked to the project.
Develop and apply training methods appropriate to the needs of the smallholder farmers and their organizations
Act as a focal point for any potential research project related to RA and PURE in the project
Support partner organizations in their awareness raising and RA-PURE capacity linked to increasing adoption of the technologies especially by the smallholder farmers.

Qualifications

A master’s degree in agriculture, Energy, or related disciplines is required.
A minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience in programmes in areas of learning, linking and leveraging.
Good understanding of the Kenya agriculture and energy sectors.
Strong leadership skills, experience in partnership development and deep understanding and experience in consortia management.
Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken, with excellent reporting facilitation and presentation skills.
Demonstrated commitment to Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI)
Willingness to travel to all program locations, including remote areas.

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to SNV Netherlands Development Organisation on jobs.smartrecruiters.com to apply

Deadline: Not specified

Position: Senior Associate, Monitoring & Evaluation

Employer: Aceli Africa

Location: Nairobi

The Senior Associate will work closely with Aceli functional teams focused on financial incentives and technical assistance across all five countries in East and Southern Africa where Aceli is active.

Key Responsibilities:

Evaluation (50%)

Support the implementation of Aceli’s Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Strategy and Framework and update it annually.
Collaborate with the International Growth Centre (IGC) and Busara Centre of Behavioral Economics to implement the evaluation of Aceli Financial Incentives and Technical Assistance program.
Contribute to the design and implementation of enterprise and farmer-level surveys in partnership with 60 Decibels.

Learning (25%)

Support the coordination of research commissioning by reviewing and providing input into proposals shortlisted by IGC under the Agri-SME Evidence Fund.
Consolidate evidence generated from evaluations and distill key learning from lender capacity building programs, climate and environment advisory initiatives, and other evaluation activities.
Support the tracking of Key Performance Indicators and support the development of impact profiles of Aceli supported loans and SMEs receiving Technical Assistance.
Support the drafting of learning outputs and case studies.

ESG and compliance (25%)

Support the ESG assessment for lenders applying to join Aceli’s incentives programme and engage participating lenders to ensure compliance with Aceli’s ESG policy.
Support Aceli’s Country Teams in Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia with outreach and training of lenders on Aceli’s ESG and Impact criteria.
Coordinate the Climate & Environment (C&E) verification exercise conducted for SMEs registered by lenders as meeting C&E standards across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda.
Coordinate negative screening to ensure that all Aceli supported activities meet our ESG policy through mapping SMEs receiving TA and financial incentives on a monthly basis.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree/equivalent in Agricultural Economics, Economics, Social Studies, Business Administration, or another relevant field.
Minimum of seven (7) years of full-time monitoring and evaluation experience in a development finance context.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong ability exercise judgement, when necessary, apply critical thought process in activities and proactive problem solving.
Go-getter who takes initiative and can work independently and collaboratively with a multi- country team in a rapidly evolving environment.
Passionate about social impact and applying financial and business acumen to improve farmer livelihoods, food security, opportunities for women and youth, and climate resilience in Kenya.
Familiarity with agri-finance and impact measurement in the Agricultural sector is an added advantage.
Ability to translate complex ideas and make them accessible to diverse stakeholders.
Mature professional who is culturally sensitive and upholds the highest standard for integrity that aligns with Aceli’s values.
Strong experience and expertise of the Microsoft Office (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, etc.)

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Aceli Africa on jobs.smartrecruiters.com to apply

Deadline: Not specified

Positon: Lecturer – Agriculture, Environment and Health Sciences

Employer: Machakos University

Location: Machakos County

Duties and Responsibilities

Develop teaching materials, teach, and mentor both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Set, moderate, and mark examinations for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Provide supervision services to students on their projects/dissertations/theses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Participate in the development and preparation of annual faculty plans.
Participate in the development of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Initiate and participate in research projects.
Provide professional and community services.
Initiate linkages with industry players.
Organize academic trips.
Supervise educational activities/projects/theses.
Assess industrial attachments for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Attend and participate in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields.
Participate in planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of curricular activities in the department.
Carry out research in the area of specialization and provide consultancy services to the community.
Participate in departmental ad-hoc committees and other activities for effective and efficient management of the department and faculty.
Carry out administrative and other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Chairman of the Department from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate: –

Should have an earned PhD degree or its equivalent from an accredited and recognized University.
Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable)

For special cases/disciplines (Engineering, Medicine, Nursing, Public health), have a Master’s degree in the relevant field from an accredited and recognized University plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience at University level or in research /industry.
A minimum of 24 research and publication points of which 16 should be in refereed journal(s) or one (1) post-secondary school book or four(4) book chapters in relevant fields for at least undergraduate studies level.
Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).

How to apply:Submit two (2) hard copies of the letter of application, academic certificates, testimonials and updated curriculum vitae to include full details of academic and professional qualifications, experience, ISO 9001:2015 Certified…………….……..…………………..…………………………..Co-Creating Sustainable Futures publications, supervision of postgraduate students (where applicable), attracted funds, academic programmes developed, membership to professional bodies and evidence of current salary.

Update individual google scholar accounts to include all publications (where applicable).
Type the required information in the Job Application Form available on the University website, print, sign and attach to the application.
Contact three (3) referees and request them to send their recommendations, under sealed envelopes to the provided address, before the advert deadline.
Send a soft copy (one running pdf file) of the application to recruitmentAPF@mksu.ac.ke, hr@mksu.ac.ke and a copy to careers@mksu.ac.ke.
Submit the two (2) applications in a sealed envelope indicating the position applied for to:

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor
Administration, Planning and Finance
Machakos University
P. O. BOX 136 – 90100
MACHAKOS

Deadline: To be received not later than Thursday 13th March, 2025.

Position: Senior Lecturer – Agriculture, Environment and Health Sciences

Employer: Machakos University

Location: Machakos

Ref. MksU/SL/PH/01/25 (1 Post) Permanent

Duties and Responsibilities

Develop the teaching materials, teach, and mentor both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Set, moderate, and mark examinations for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Participate in the development and preparation of annual departmental and school plans.
Organize academic trips.
Supervise educational activities/projects/theses.
Assess industrial attachments for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Attend and participate in seminars/workshops/conferences in relevant fields.
Initiate and propose the development of client-driven programs.
Participate in the implementation and evaluation of curricular activities in the department/school.
Supervise dissertations/theses at the graduate level.
Develop undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Initiate and participate in research projects.
Participate in academic leadership programs.
Provide professional and community services and initiate linkages and fundraising.
Carry out research in the area of specialization and provide consultancy services to the community.
Participate in departmental ad-hoc committees and other activities for effective and efficient management of the department and faculty.
Endeavor to articulate and actualize the vision and mission of the department, school, and University.
Carry out administrative and other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Chair of the Department from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

Must have an earned Ph.D. degree or its equivalent from an accredited and recognized University/Institution.
Must have three (3) years of teaching experience as a Lecturer/Research Fellow (Grade 12) or its equivalent.
Must have a minimum of thirty-two (32) research and publication points, of which at least twenty-four (24) should be in refereed journals since appointment as Lecturer/Research Fellow.
Should have supervised at least three (3) postgraduate students to completion or supervised one postgraduate student to completion and attracted Kenya Shillings three (3) million external research funds since appointment as Lecturer/Research Fellow.
Should have evidence of membership and good standing in professional societies/boards (where applicable).
Must have attended and contributed at academic conferences, seminars, or workshops.

Must have a Master’s degree or its equivalent in special disciplines (Engineering, Medicine, Nursing, Public Health) from a recognized University with nine (9) years of experience, three (3) of which as a Lecturer/Research Fellow (Grade 12).
Must have a minimum of thirty-two (32) publication points, of which at least twenty-four (24) should be in refereed journals since appointment as Lecturer/Research Fellow.
Should have supervised at least three (3) postgraduate students to completion or one postgraduate supervision and attracted Kenya Shillings three (3) million external research funds since appointment as Lecturer/Research Fellow.
Should have evidence of membership and good standing in professional societies/boards (where applicable).
Must have attended and contributed at academic conferences, seminars, or workshops.

Update individual google scholar accounts to include all publications (where applicable).
Type the required information in the Job Application Form available on the University website, print, sign and attach to the application.
Contact three (3) referees and request them to send their recommendations, under sealed envelopes to the provided address, before the advert deadline.
Send a soft copy (one running pdf file) of the application to recruitmentAPF@mksu.ac.ke, hr@mksu.ac.ke and a copy to careers@mksu.ac.ke.
Submit the two (2) applications in a sealed envelope indicating the position applied for to:

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor
Administration, Planning and Finance
Machakos University
P. O. BOX 136 – 90100
MACHAKOS

Deadline: To be received not later than Thursday 13th March, 2025.

Position: Coffee farm manager

Employer: Reputable company

Location : Kitale

We hereby invite applications for the position of Farm Manager to work on a farm in Kitale.

The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications:-

Should be a graduate from a reputable institution with a degree in Agriculture or related fields.
Should be well versed and conversant with open field planting technology and modern Agricultural practices.
Should have rich and precise knowledge on chemical application, disease and pest control in coffee farming.
Should be conversant with the process of coffee bean production after berry harvest.
Should have excellent managerial skills.
Should be ready to work and reside on the farm.
Should have at least seven (7) years experience in coffee farming from a reputable institution.

How to apply:Interested and qualified candidates should apply using the Apply Now button below.

Deadline: Not specified

Position: Retail sales representative professional pest management PPM

Employer: Syngenta

Location: Nairobi

Strategically

Responsible to develop and deliver sustainable sales growth of Professional Pest Management (PPM) portfolio within the designated sales area.

Creating and fostering a closer professional relationship with all potential and existing retail channel partners based on solid business principles.

Serve as a product expert for PPM portfolio; provide training support for retail channel partners and consumers where possible.

Analyze market opportunities, develop and present creative proposals in alignment with the Sub-Saharan Africa PPM Go to Market strategies to drive sales growth.

Provide market intelligence and market potential information in the designated sales area.

Monitor business performance of retail channel partners and ensure overall business targets are achieved as per the agreed business plan.

Interact with retail channel partners including presentation of products information and promotional materials.

Operationally

Support Sales & Operation Planning process by delivering accurate and timely sales forecast and sales plan for Sales Area.

Follow-up payment collections and ensure on-time payment from the distributors.

Prepare and provide weekly reports and sales analysis for business reviews as needed.

Accountabilities

Business Planning and Strategy Accountabilities

Implement sales execution actions to gain maximum market share within the designated sales area.

Develop trust as well as a solid and collaborative working relationship with retail channel partners, market influencers and other industry stakeholders.

Achieve/exceed quarterly and yearly revenue objectives delivered by robust sales activity plans.

Properly steward product portfolio by making sound recommendations to end users.

Collaborate with SPS Technical Manager and the Marketing Manager to implement technical support activities and marketing campaign plans

Knowledge , Experience & Capabilities

Critical experience and knowledge

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Agriculture or related field.

+2 years in field experience in sales and good technical understanding.

Relevant knowledge of the Professional Pest Management (PPM) market, distribution networks, customers and competitors.

Good Presentation skills.

Excellent product demonstration experience.

Good computer skills (MS. Office).

How to apply: To Syngenta on jobs.syngenta.com to apply

Deadline: Not specified

Position: Field Promoter Vegetable Seeds

Employer: Syngenta

Location : Nairobi

Accountabilities

To implement agreed demonstration plans / promotion plans within the specified timeframe.
To operate effectively without supervision & within agreed expenditure budgets.
To keep abreast of market trends, pricing and competition activities, feeding back regular information to line Manager as changes arise.
To be technically competent and provide accurate & appropriate recommendations in an ethical manner, in order that the growers achieve best return on investment from using a Syngenta product.
To provide the grower & stockist with advice on the benefits, and correct positioning of Syngenta products to achieve maximum benefit for all stakeholders.
Ensure key information about growers, stockists (eg. Names, address, email, crops grown, products used etc) is collated regularly and provided to line Manager for SFDC.
To give regular feedback on progress and success or otherwise of demonstrations/trials of products penetration and propose any changes that suits the promotion environment at any one period.
To defend and promote the image of the company including representing the company in a professional and competent manner.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Critical Knowledge

An Agricultural or business related Degree/diploma accompanied with over 2 years hands on experience.
Be local resident with being fully conversant with the agriculture trends in the area.
Must be a good mobilizer able to convene farmers and farmer groups for trainings and field days.
Knowledge of how to set up demonstrations to extract the unique Selling Points of our products.

How to apply:Interested and qualified? Go to Syngenta on jobs.syngenta.com to apply

Deadline: Not specified

Position: Asset Creation Advisor

Employer: Food for the Hungry (FH Kenya)

Location: Samburu

Key Result #1 – Technical support and leadership (35%)

Lead the design, development, and implementation of activities related to agribusiness and value chain development within FH. These include systems mapping, solutions design, context analysis and actor mapping and engagement
Evaluate technical strategies, approaches and programs to enhance the development, competitiveness, inclusiveness, and impact of agribusiness and value chain development initiatives.
Contribute to designing programs and projects related to agribusiness and value chain development, providing technical support, and/or backstopping to field projects.
Support capacity-building activities in business development skills, identifying the needs of farmer groups, agricultural cooperatives, and the private sector, and designing and delivering tailored training.
Guide FH project teams to support farmer groups focused on farming as a business, providing practical tools to recognize and support women and youth farmers as key and underserved groups in agribusiness.
Incorporate behavior change and adult learning methodologies into the Asset Creation pathway and model them in interactions with other staff.
Work collaboratively with other thematic specialists/coordinators to integrate Asset
Creation into activities across other pathways and functions.
Ensure adherence to quality standards set by FH for agriculture value chain and entrepreneurship/business development.
Develop and review work plans, budgets, and procurement p la n in collaboration with project staff and the CO programs team.
Develop and manage country research and learning initiatives in line with the Asset Creation pathway to flourishing.
Contribute to the review of the annual operation plan and Budget for Head Office and Aps, review and updates Asset Creation reports and report systems in coordination with the M&E and ensures timely submission.

Key result #2 – Strategic partnerships development for business acquisition and growth (15%)

Contribute to organizational efforts to raise awareness and increase visibility of FH’s work in agriculture value chain and entrepreneurship/business development.
Prepare concept notes and proposals for Asset Creation in coordination with relevant staff at the AP, national, regional, and Global Support Center (GSC)
Support the ongoing monitoring and analysis of new grant opportunities by researching donor websites, newspaper postings, and engaging with FH affiliate offices.
Identify and map key institutional actors, donors, and partners relevant to the Asset
Creation pathway and related technical specializations.
Ensure regular communication with the supervisor and headquarters-based Technical
Advisors for value chain and business development to integrate appropriate technical unit priorities and standards into program design.
Work closely with finance and AP staff to develop program activity budgets during proposal and concept note development.

Key Result # 3- Engagement with technical working groups, donors, potential partners (15%)

Collaborate with Programs, Business Development, and other staff to represent FH Kenya at the county/national level to donors, technical working groups, other NGOs, and visitors, ensuring coordination and attendance at relevant interagency technical and security coordination networks to promote strong relationships.
Stay abreast of new research and innovations in Asset Creation and resilience, synthesizing and regularly communicating findings to country teams.
Prepare meeting minutes and communications for donor/partner meetings, and draft technical briefs relevant to the Asset Creation pathway to flourishing.
Support in drafting content for campaign messaging, fundraising appeals, articles, newsletters, social media, and website publications related to the Asset Creation pathway to flourishing.

Key Result # 4 – Capacity Development (35%)

Work closely with country leadership and Area Program Managers to identify and set team and partner capacity building priorities, design and deliver tailored capacity building training workshops.
Assist with development and review of the job description and recruitment of agriculture value chain and entrepreneurship/business d e v e l o p m e n t staff, in coordination with human resources and senior management, and headquarters’ technical units.
Provides technical training and support to all project and program officers to spearhead
Agriculture value chain and business development initiatives in the community for their adoption and practice.
Conduct TOTs FH Staff at the AP level and provide backstopping to ensure standards and best practices are adhered to.

QUALIFICATIONS

Vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to serving the poor in line with FH Christian foundation and beliefs
At least 5 years’ experience working directly on programmes supporting agriculture and agribusiness among smallholder farmers and farmers groups.
Excellent (written/oral) communication and interpersonal skills with a strong serviceorientation and ability to effectively communicate with various audiences
Strong facilitation, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Proven ability to critically analyse diverse information and make sound inferences
Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with web-based systems such as Google Drive.
Experience with ODK and/or PowerBI a plus

How to apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications (clearly indicating their current or expected salary), updated CV with three referees (one pastoral and 2 professional), day telephone contacts to: Talent and Culture Manager Email address: hr-fhkenya@fh.org

Deadline: Latest by 14th March 2025.

Position: Post Doctoral Scientist – Food Systems Analyst

Employer: International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

Location : Nairobi

Background

The purpose of the project is to build an openly accessible computer model of the Kenyan food system, allowing stakeholders to investigate possible future scenarios and their impacts on diverse outcomes, including population nutrition, food trade, and environmental burden. The model will build upon existing successful SNi mathematical models, such as the DELTA Model® modelling global food and nutrient supply, and another concerning global trade in nutrients. The selected candidate will support the building of the model through data collation and collection, stakeholder engagement, model implementation, and collaboration with the modelling team at the Riddet Institute. The position will be based at ILRI Kenya with spells of time at the Riddet Institute in New Zealand.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with locating data sources and contribute to the assessment of the quality and resolution of data held by multi-lateral organizations (e.g. FAO, WHO, etc). Further, assess availability of higher quality national data from government and nationally focused research organizations.
Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between stakeholders and end-users of the model. Lead and manage consultations with stakeholders to determine the most suitable data sources and outcomes for the project modelling.
Contribute to the building of the Kenyan national food system model ensuring that it has incorporated relevant, valid data to produce a useful tool that has good uptake by intended end-users (government policy makers, think tanks, NGOs, universities, and food industry decision-makers) within and beyond the project lifetime.
Advocate for the model and liaise with local stakeholders, such as think tanks, government departments, food sector groups and other industry stakeholders.
Organize, document and analyse feedback sessions on model development to allow stakeholders to evaluate progress against goals and steer towards best outcomes.
Apply the model to investigate relevant food system questions and demonstrate its capability through academic publications and wider dissemination of these results.
Contribute to the preparation of project progress and final reports.

Requirements

PhD in a relevant field: agriculture, food, nutrition, or related field.
Experience within two to four years of completing PhD.
Experience working in Low- and Middle-Income Country contexts.
Experience working with large databases.
Familiarity with food systems, agriculture, and agri-food policies in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), especially in Eastern Africa.
Strong relationship building and communication skills.
Demonstrated strong analytical abilities and effective project management skills.
Willingness to travel between Kenya and New Zealand and to work outside of 8-5 to allow calls with New Zealand team due to time zone differences.

Other Desirable qualifications:

Experience with computational modelling will be an advantage.
Demonstrated ability to draft high-quality analytical and policy documents and related correspondence.
Ability to work under pressure, often to tight deadlines without compromising the quality of deliverables.
Demonstrated good organizational skills and ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain professional contacts, and to interact with national officials and experts, other researchers, international organizations, and development partners.

How to apply: Applicants should send a cover letter and CV expressing their interest in the position, what they can bring to the role and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to the Head of People and Culture through our recruitment portal by clicking on the “Apply Now” on or before 13 March 2025. The position title and reference number: PPI /1764/2025 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the online application.

Interested and qualified? Go to International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) on www.ilri.org to apply

Deadline: 13th March 2025

10.

Position: Consultants- Adaptation Insights Project

Employer: Bioversity International

Location: Nairobi

Main responsibilities

Attend a two-week training to get familiarized with the evidence synthesis research topic and protocol, data extraction tool, and quality control processes.
Screen publications against predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria, using human-assisted machine learning methods.
Extract relevant data on adaptation effectiveness following a structured protocol, including causal evidence of effectiveness, study design, data collection methods, ensuring comprehensive coverage of gray and peer-reviewed literature.
Ensure data quality and consistency, verifying data accuracy, validity, and reliability.
Contribute to the refinement of the data extraction system by providing feedback on workflow improvements and reporting technical issues.
Participate in regular team meetings and report progress via internal communication tools (e.g., Slack, Google Sheets, Notion).
Contribute to data analysis and co-author research outputs, based on interest.

Requirements

Required qualifications and experience

Advanced Degree in Agronomy, Agroecology, Environmental Sciences, Livestock Science, Landscape Ecology, Policy, Agricultural or Development Economics, International Agricultural Development, Climate Change, or related field.
Proven experience with climate change adaptation projects in the agricultural sector
Familiarity with systematic reviews, meta-analyses, or evidence synthesis methods in climate adaptation and/or agriculture.
Understanding of methodologies used in adaptation assessments, including evaluations and impact assessments. Proven experience with econometrics/quantitative analysis is preferred.
Proven ability to critically assess research methodologies and identify sources of bias in climate adaptation literature.
Strong organizational and analytical skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-cultural, remote team environment under tight deadlines.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Knowledge of French is an asset.
Proficiency in data analysis and documentation tools, including Microsoft Office (Excel), Google Sheets, and Slack. Experience with R/Python is a plus.

How to apply:Interested and qualified? Go to Bioversity International on bioversityinternational.zohorecruit.eu to apply

Deadline: 7th March 2025

11.

Position: Agriculture Trainer Coordinator

Employer: Kenya Medical Research – KEMRI

Location: Migori County

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement the agricultural components of the study including developing the training manual.
Identify and oversee securing and preparation of suitable demonstration farms for the study in the community
Provide training of the farm trainers to ensure a thorough understanding of the theory and practice of vegetable production to improve participants health and nutrition and provide income for their families.
Supervision of farm trainers at each of the demonstration farms and provide supportive supervision for the study participants at the demonstration farms as well as in their own farms
Oversee and ensure equitable distribution of vegetables to study participants and seedlings from the model farms
Troubleshoot agriculture challenges such as pests, disease, and production-related challenges, with the farm trainers and participants
Ensure adequate supply and keep the stock records of required agricultural commodities
Maintain proper documentation of all agricultural activities for the study, prepare and submit weekly reports
Attend to any other duties as assigned by the study leadership

Vacancy Requirements:

Diploma in Agriculture/Horticulture/Agronomy Mandatory
At least four (4) years of relevant hands-on experience working in the field Mandatory
Excellent knowledge of all aspects of agronomy related to the cultivation of high-value irrigated horticultural crops, including the use of organic and inorganic fertilizers and pest control Mandatory
High level of competency in using Microsoft, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Mandatory
Fluency in English and Kiswahili Mandatory
Training skills including communication, needs assessment, course development, scheduling, implementation of training, and evaluation of the training impacts Mandatory
At least (cumulatively) two years of administering community-based agricultural training in Kenya Mandatory
Ability and willingness to work in Migori County Mandatory
Experience with training smallholder farmers is an added advantage Added Advantage
Knowledge of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is an added advantage. Added Advantage
Understanding and familiarity with social media and technology is an added advantage Added Advantage
Excellent communication skills – interpersonal, written, and verbal Mandatory
Independent judgment and resourcefulness, understanding of the local social and geographical landscape as well as the community Mandatory
Excellent ability to articulate complicated material to adult learners Mandatory
Performance Orientation, self-starter who is flexible and adaptable with an entrepreneurial spirit. Mandatory
Good report and scientific writing and communication skills Mandatory
Strong communication and organizational skills and detail-oriented Mandatory

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Kenya Medical Research – KEMRI on erecruitment.kemri.go.ke to apply

Deadline: 13th March 2025

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Position: Global Graduate – Leaf Operations

Employer: British American Tobacco (BAT)

Location: Nairobi

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

Our Global Graduate Programme in Leaf Operations helps you develop outstanding leadership, and technical capabilities as well as strong commercial acumen. The program exposes the successful candidate to understanding the fast paced and constantly evolving environment that our Leaf Operations operates in.

Working in challenging markets and on complex projects, with our cross functional teams to gain a broad view of the business and work together to deliver business needs. We act responsibly and responsively, improving efficiency and creating one truly integrated global team.

WHAT IS THE GLOBAL GRADUATE PROGRAM & WHAT DO WE OFFER?

The Global Graduate Programme is a fast-track development initiative designed for graduates with less than 3 years post graduate experience, who are eager to make a real impact from day one. This intensive 18-month programme aims to develop the next generation of leaders in BAT, providing participants with a deep understanding of various operational areas, including:

Planting: Hands on experience from Planting, harvesting, curing and buying of the tobacco.
Process:Experience the threshing and maintenance processat our threshing plant.
Make (Manufacturing): Hands-on experience in the manufacturing process.
Plan (Balancing Supply with Demand): Mastering the art of supply chain management.
Logistics: Navigating supply chain flow and strategy.
Procurement: Focusing on innovation, smart spending, and quality partnerships.
Service: Understanding consumer/customer needs and supporting global business services transformation.
Product Innovation: Collaborating with Operations for innovative solutions.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Graduate with Bachelor’s in Agribusiness Management, Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Engineering and/or Science related programs.
No more than 3 years post graduate experience. Experience in Supply Chain or Agriculture or in a Manufacturing setup is required.
Leadership demonstrated through extra-curricular activities.
Good analytical and decision-making skills, as well as ability to balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Strong intercultural competencies from cross-cultural and/or international experiences.
Self-motivation, willingness to take initiative and a drive to succeed.
National and/or international mobility.

How to apply:Interested and qualified? Go to British American Tobacco (BAT) on careers.bat.com to apply

Deadline: Not specified

13.

Position: Global Graduate – Leaf Operations

Employer: British American Tobacco (BAT)

Location: Nairobi

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

WHAT IS THE GLOBAL GRADUATE PROGRAM & WHAT DO WE OFFER?

Planting: Hands on experience from Planting, harvesting, curing and buying of the tobacco.
Process:Experience the threshing and maintenance processat our threshing plant.
Make (Manufacturing): Hands-on experience in the manufacturing process.
Plan (Balancing Supply with Demand): Mastering the art of supply chain management.
Logistics: Navigating supply chain flow and strategy.
Procurement: Focusing on innovation, smart spending, and quality partnerships.
Service: Understanding consumer/customer needs and supporting global business services transformation.
Product Innovation: Collaborating with Operations for innovative solutions.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Graduate with Bachelor’s in Agribusiness Management, Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Engineering and/or Science related programs.
No more than 3 years post graduate experience. Experience in Supply Chain or Agriculture or in a Manufacturing setup is required.
Leadership demonstrated through extra-curricular activities.
Good analytical and decision-making skills, as well as ability to balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Strong intercultural competencies from cross-cultural and/or international experiences.
Self-motivation, willingness to take initiative and a drive to succeed.
National and/or international mobility.

How to apply:Interested and qualified? Go to British American Tobacco (BAT) on careers.bat.com to apply

Deadline: Not specified

14.

Position: Hydroponics Instructor

Employer: Sensei Institute of Technology (SiT)

Location: Nairobi

Are you passionate about teaching and inspiring the next generation of skilled professionals? Join our dynamic team and be part of Kenya’s leading technical college!

Why Join Us?

Innovative Learning Environment
Empowering Youth Through Practical Skills
Collaborative and Growth-Oriented Culture

How to apply:Send your cover letter, resume, and relevant certifications to hr@senseitechnology.co.ke

Deadline: Not specified

15.

Position: Forest Officer II – 2 Posts

Employer: Taita Taveta county public survive board

Location: Taita Taveta

Ref No. CPSB/TTC/06/2025

Duties and Responsibilities

Implementing natural resources activities within the county.
Implementing conservation programmes.
Monitoring and enforcing compliance with resources usage regulations and law.
Preparing educational forestry programmes for community groups, schools, and visitors.
Implementing forestry devolved functions on transition implementation plan.
Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen.
Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Forestry or any other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
Must have a minimum of D+ in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education.
Proficiency in computer applications.

How to apply: All applications should be addressed and delivered to:
The Secretary/CEO
County Public Service Board
Private Bag
VOI

Hand delivered at the County Public Service Board offices in Voi; located opposite Voi Prison.

Deadline: Friday, 14th March 2025.

16.

Position: Community Mobilizer, Sustainable Food Systems Project

Employer: World Vision Kenya

Location: Makueni

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Implementation:Work with the Project Officer to systemically review DIP/budget and other key implementation tools and initiate innovative approaches that will open new frontiers for project success
Support the project officer to coordinate as applicable sector integration interventions for ensuring integrated L&R implementation.
Participate in the preparation of overall and activity work plans and budgets for the county specific activities.
Ensure that business processes, standards and guidelines related to Livelihood & resilience initiatives are effectively applied on a timely manner in pro ject implementation including integration of cross cutting themes.
Technical support

Support the Project Officer to ensure timely implementation of the project
Mobilize support equipping of the farmers for long term resilience building through the creation of risk reducing assets for soil and water conservation (Zai pits, terraces, sunken beds, farm ponds and promotion of drought tolerant crops)
Support the farmers to protect their development gains from cli mate shocks and avoid negative coping strategies such as the sale of productive assets, through indexed based crop insurance
Support the Project Officer to ensure that secure livelihoods are sustained th rough adequate capital (including human, technological/physical, financial, social, natural, political capital) all year round
Support creation/strengthening of Village Savings and Loans Associations (VSLAs) for creation of risk reserves through savings
Mobilize the farmers for capacity on insurance, financial, health and sustainable chain development initiatives
Identify other opportunities in an ongoing manner that will add value to the overarching goal of the project.
Ensure child safeguarding and Child Sponsorship Management is integrated in L&R interventions where relevant.
Projects are effectively and timely implemented
Adequate skills available for implementation and sustainability of the project
Quality Assurance – M &E, Reporting and Documentation

Document lessons and project impact to facilitate adoption in the course of the project implementation
Support the Project Officer to organize and conduct county level scaling workshops to share lessons learnt and best practices for adoption and scale out by other relevant stakeholders.
Support project assessment and learning processes

Capacity building

Mobilize and sensitize community for empowerment and sustainability
Support the Project Officer in building farmers capacity on VSLA, financial literacy, insurance, health and nutrition
Support the Project Officer to promote proven approaches and integrated technologies (climate smart production aspects – soil and water conservation, good agronomic practices, post-harvest management, livestock management – apiculture and poultry to build the resilience farmers within the target VSLA groups.
Support the capacity of community resource persons to spearhead project implementation
Work together with other staff/ to ensure that key trainings meet the standard required to facilitate, provide
knowledge and reinforcement of desired L&R behavior and practices
Capacity of farmers build for project uptake and sustainability

Advocacy, Engagement, Partnership and Networking

Ensure representation of WV Kenya in key L&R stakeholder forum/meetings at the Ward, Sub-County and County levels.
Actively participate in County level technical working groups on L&R relevant to policy forums.
Ensure communities are mobilized and participate in the project interventions
Together with partners, conduct regular reflection and learning events
Effective coordination with other stakeholders in the L&R sector
Oversee farmer register validation, tracking and regularly updating the farmers database through Last Mile Mobile Solution (LMMS)
Conduct regular group monitoring, data collection and analysis on seasonal crop, insurance enrolment and premium in coordination with the relevant stakeholders using the standardized tools in strict adherence to WV Kenya, Kenya Government and WFP guidelines and standardized tools
Support the Project Officer in development of Project Designs and Annual Operation Plans. (4D matrices, DIPs, Annual Budgets) and ensure budgetary utilization is within acceptable limits/range.
Work with the Project Officer to contextualize and use reporting guidelines to track and develop quality, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual and end of projects reports, key lessons and success stories in accordance with WFP and WV Kenya requirements.
Timely and quality reports and assessments
L&R infrastructures are structurally and aesthetically sound
Effective project monitoring and documentation
Support organization and facilitation of regular review and peer to peer learning meetings with government, target communities and relevant stakeholders

Required Education, skills and experience:

Degree or Diploma in Agriculture/Agricultural Economics/ Environmental Education/Agricultural engineering/Community Development from a recognized university
Minimum two years proven work experience in either relief or development Livelihood and Resilience/Food security projects with bias in Village Savings and Loaning Groups and Climate Smart Crop Production
Excellent English communication skills (both oral and written).
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office
Ability to facilitate L&R trainings to building staff and community capacity in L&R interventions
Able to ride a motorbike with a valid license
Ability to speak local dialect
Knowledge/experience on crop insurance will be an added advantage
Must be a local resident of Makueni county

How to apply : Interested and qualified? Go to World Vision Kenya on worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com to apply.

Deadline: Not specified

17.

Position: Project Designer – Resilient Landscapes

Employer: World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF)

Location: Nairobi

Resilient Landscapes is a division of CIFOR-ICRAF that seeks to catalyze the synergies between science and business, in action. The team transforms scientific knowledge into operational decisions for impact investors, and into fully packaged investment opportunities backed by scientific evidence. This position serves to deliver the technical aspects of this mission. The position requires skills at the interface of scientific knowledge, project design and impact investment and translates into high-quality project designs supporting high-impact investments, in line with CIFOR-ICRAF’s mission.
Duties and responsibilities

Design projects:

Based on business, scientific and technical inputs, formulate project designs with an optimized risk-impact ratio and with a duly documented financial and impact case.

Support project implementation:

When mandated, support the successful implementation of invested projects, seeking to adapt design in a spirit of permanent data-driven improvement and seizing opportunities of bringing new science when available.

Support RL’s contribution to CIFOR-ICRAF’s strategy:

In particular, but not limited to the positioning of CIFOR-ICRAF in Carbon Markets. Propose operational ways to implement and empower CIFOR-ICRAF’s mission while leveraging private finance.

Knowledge asset watch:

Keep up-to-date with CIFOR-ICRAF’s work that is relevant to impact investment, translate CIFOR-ICRAF’s knowledge assets into actionable elements of project design and maintain a network of actionable contacts inside the organization and its scientific and operational partners.

Other Responsibilities:

Proactively bring up relevant points of awareness in emerging science or emerging topics for the larger RL team
Participate to key events as needed
Support RL team.

Requirements

Degree in Agronomy, Forestry, ecology or an equivalent academic background, oriented towards landscape operations
At least 5 years of hands-on experience designing and implementing rural development projects
At least 10 years in direct exposure to development projects with a strong nature component
Track record of direct interaction with businesses AND scientific organizations, resulting in familiarity with concepts and jargons of both
Autonomy, self-motivation, capacity to work remotely with a global team
Strong human values and capacity to propose solutions in a complex environment and under conflicting agendas.

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) on www.cifor-icraf.org to apply

Deadline: Not specified

18.

Position:Corporate Services Manager, LandScale

Employer: Rainforest Alliance

Location: Nairobi

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a dynamic Corporate Services Manager to lead LandScale’s development of corporate services to unlock private sector engagement in landscapes. You will lead on the scoping of LandScale services to support compliance-ready corporate disclosures and claims in relation to landscape investment and support. You will also lead the development and implementation of the LandScale-Approved Service Provider (LASP) model and network to build independent assessment capacity necessary for robust claims. You are an excellent project manager, good networker, a strategic thinker, and a well-organized self-starter with a “can do” attitude and agility to work across multiple projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Corporate Services Manager, LandScale will be responsible for the following duties:

Leading a cross-organizational matrix team to draw from internal expertise on assurance and other technical areas, develop and implement a strategy for strengthening assurance across LandScale’s services to unlock private sector market adoption by meeting the assurance needs of key prospective corporate and investor landscape supporters.
Lead the development and implementation of LandScale corporate services that support compliant-ready disclosures and claims, to help unlock corporate support into landscapes. Working closely with the LandScale Technical Manager, this will include leading the scoping and operationalisation of LandScale’s Claims service.
Lead the development and implementation of the LandScale-Approved Service Provider (LASP) model and network. Work with the LandScale Operations Manager and Technical Manager in the model design, internal management procedures and training. Work with the LandScale Business Development & Innovation Manager to build a network of approved services providers.
Lead the scoping of potential LandScale services for investors, to help unlock inward investment into landscapes.
Monitor relevant standards and frameworks to ensure alignment with assurance requirements for disclosures, claims, and potential investment services.
Lead internal matrix teams and external consultants as needed.
Represent LandScale in relevant partnerships, working groups and at external events.
Support the LandScale team in other areas as appropriate in the delivery of its strategy to achieve its mission.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in forestry, agriculture, natural resources, environmental management, international development, economics, social sciences, or a related field.
At least seven years of progressively responsible professional experience.
Experience working with or within agribusiness or finance companies to advance sustainable sourcing and/or investment decisions.
Experience working with multi-stakeholder initiatives or landscape partnerships.
Experience working with sustainability certification and verification standards.
Strong understanding of sustainability and ESG regulatory frameworks, disclosures and target-setting initiatives.
Proven track record of taking projects from inception to delivery.
Experience in movement-building for sustainability change or outcomes.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Proficiency in Spanish, French, Portuguese or Bahasa Indonesia is a plus.
Positive and professional approach to collaboration, including strong facilitation and negotiation skills.
Cultural awareness and the ability to work well with stakeholders and partners from diverse backgrounds.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time, both nationally and internationally.

How to apply:Interested and qualified? Go to Rainforest Alliance on recruiting.ultipro.com to apply

Deadline: Not specified

19.

Position: Poultry Casual Worker

Employer: Human Capital Outsourcing Limited

Location: Nairobi

Responsibilities:

Feeding and watering poultry as per farm guidelines.
Collecting, cleaning, and packaging eggs for sale and distribution.
Cleaning and disinfecting chicken coops, equipment, and work areas.
Assisting in sorting, weighing, and packing poultry products.
Monitoring poultry health and reporting any signs of disease or distress.
Assisting with loading and unloading supplies and deliveries.
Performing any other farm duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements:

KCSE Certificate (Form Four leaver) or equivalent.
Physically fit and able to work in a farm environment.
Ability to follow instructions and work in a team.
Previous experience in poultry farming is an added advantage but not required.
Must be punctual, responsible, and hardworking.

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Human Capital Outsourcing Limited on www.humancapitaloutsourcing.co.ke to apply

Deadline: Not specified

20.

Position: Agroforestry Manager

Employer: One acre fund

Location: Nairobi

About the Role

As Agroforestry Manager, you will help address three key challenges facing smallholder farmers – extreme poverty, climate change, and biodiversity loss – through agroforestry and Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR). Specifically, you will strengthen and improve existing programs that serve more than 2 million farm families and produce over 70 million seedlings per year through a network of over 2,500 local nurseries. You will also have ample opportunity to improve new approaches to generate positive change for farm families and the environment, working on a variety of complex challenges including strengthening our supply of quality tree seedlings, improving trainings for nursery managers, and diversifying our species offerings.
The Agroforestry Manager will support a dedicated international agroforestry team and ten embedded agroforestry teams – one in each country program – and will report to the Agroforestry Director.

Responsibilities

Support agroforestry program leads in 10 programs to meet their operational targets to achieve One Acre Fund’s vision of one billion trees planted by 2030., including seedling production, adoption, survival, and species diversification. This may also involve managing via dotted line some of the smaller program leads.
Develop and maintain performance tracking systems that help program leads understand and improve their performance, including scale, impact, ecosystem service indicators, and more.
Foster agroforestry team cohesion and shared learning through pull-ups with field teams and the Agroforestry Director, team-building and improved knowledge management and dissemination
Scope, pilot, and scale new investments to improve program impact and reach. For example, you could launch initiatives to improve seedling survival rates, implement new tech solutions that improve programming, or identify solutions to seedling supply challenges.
Facilitate external partnerships. Help communicate agroforestry program results and plans to external partners through data, visuals, and narratives.

Qualifications

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

Experience in Agroforestry and Landscape Restoration

3+ years of leadership and demonstrated results in agroforestry, restoration, or related domains in Sub-Saharan Africa.
University or advanced degree in agroforestry, ecology, restoration, or related fields
Familiarity with nature-based carbon projects, including implementation and certification is an additional advantage

External Relationships

Exceptional written and verbal communication to engage a range of audiences, including rural farmers, internal staff, external partners, and organizational leadership
History of collaboration with primary actors in the forestry and landscape restoration sectors, including implementers, technical resources, and policy-makers
Experience launching new programs or building successful partnerships

Management Skills

Experience managing high-level team members and coordinating complex and scalable programs
Penchant for data-driven decision-making with structured analysis and fact-based recommendations
Experience with multi-year, multi-project budgeting and planning

Other

Willingness to travel within the region up to 25% of the time
English Fluency. Other preferred languages include Swahili, Kinyarwanda, Kirundi, Chichewa, Amharic, or French.

Application Deadline:08th May 2025

How to apply:Interested and qualified? Go to One Acre Fund on grnh.se to apply

21.

Position: Agronomist

Location: Bomet County

Job Summary

We are looking for an agronomist to investigate and implement solutions for our clients in the tea production farming. In this role, you will examine, research, and solve problems related to crop management, output, and quality. You will also develop tailored agronomic approaches and oversee interventions on behalf of the company. To be a successful agronomist, you should be focused on developing and promoting better farming practices. A top-notch agronomist should be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and analytical with excellent listening,

Job Description/Requirements

· Developing better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yield, and solving problems for clients.

· Researching and promoting agricultural strategies to counter the effects of changes in soil, climate, weather, and pest damage.

· Visiting fields to collect seed, plant, and soil samples.

· Testing samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.

· Assisting with the plant sourcing, testing, and selection.

· Keeping detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples.

· Generating reports and presenting findings to management, clients, or other interested parties.

· Conducting training on products and techniques through educational presentations.

· Managing teams of scientists while conducting field visits or laboratory work.

· Developing planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.

Agronomist Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in agronomy, agriculture, or a related field.

· Further education and experience may be preferred.

· Additional certifications may be required.

· Willingness to travel.

· Ability to work outside, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods.

· Proficiency with computers, especially MS Office and diagnostic scientific software.

· Exceptional active listening and verbal and written communication skills.

· Strong research, decision making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

· Awareness of industry trends, technology, and developments

How to apply: Interested person to apply through:https://www.brightermonday.co.ke/listings/agronomist-in-bomet-county-6d8jgg

Deadline: Not specified

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