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Roundup of argiculture jobs in Kenya— 11th November 2024

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1.

Position: Gardener 

Employer: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day saints

Location: Nairobi


About the job: This position ensures the temple grounds reflect the beauty, cleanliness, and sacred nature of the temple experience. Maintain standards established by the First Presidency. Perform gardener/grounds keeping work, maintaining and caring for landscaped areas, sidewalks, driveways, building entrances, and other assigned areas. Resolve routine questions and problems and refer more complex issues to higher levels. May assist with seasonal displays.

Responsibilities

  • Must be worthy of a Temple Recommend
  • Mow lawns using hand and power mowers and maintains the original landscape plan by planting perennials, shrubs, and trees.  Water loans and garden areas.
  • Trims and edges around walls, flower beds, and walks using hand clippers and power edging tools. May operate heavy tractors and other large power equipment to maintain landscape.
  • Prune and shape shrubs and trees to provide optimum growth efficiency of plants and enhance beauty of grounds.
  • Spray lawns, shrubs, and trees for disease, weed, and insect control, and perform regular fertilization as needed, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Responsible to see that all power equipment and machines are properly maintained.
  • Provide guidance to volunteers in the maintenance of grounds.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Senior Gardener.

Qualifications

  • Diploma/ Certificate in Gardening & landscaping, agriculture, horticulture or any other related field.
  • Two to Three years of experience in grounds maintenance, horticulture, gardening, agriculture, landscape design.
  • Knowledge of various plants and fertilizers.
  • Ability to follow directions, work independently and with a team

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on epej.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com to apply

Deadline: Not specified

2.

Position: Commercial director

Employer: K+S group

Location: Nairobi

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • We are a leading global fertilizer organization seeking an experienced and strategic-minded Commercial Director to join our sales office in Nairobi, starting December 1st. In this pivotal role, you will drive growth across the Eastern African market, with a primary focus on expanding operations in Kenya and applying global agronomic insights to deliver value to our clients.
  • Leadership and Team Development: Recruit, mentor, and lead a diverse sales team, fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Sales Expansion in Kenya: Drive sales growth by:
  • Acquiring new customers,
  • Cultivating and managing client relationships,
  • Overseeing quotes, pricing, and securing new orders,
  • Coordinating product development initiatives to meet market needs.
  • Market Analysis and Strategic Planning: Conduct thorough market, product, and competitor analyses to guide strategic decisions.
  • Agronomy Advisory Support: Provide expert agronomic advice with a focus on field crops in Kenya, enhancing product value for our clients

YOUR PROFILE

  • Passion for Impact: A commitment to driving sustainable growth and contributing to a global leader in the fertilizer industry.
  • Leadership and Strategic Acumen: Proven leadership experience with a strong strategic mindset.
  • Educational Background: A degree in Agronomy or a related field is essential. A Master’s degree in agriculture or agribusiness is highly preferred.
  • Professional Experience: At least 10 years in the industry, including a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Willingness to Travel: Flexibility to travel frequently within Kenya and across borders as needed.
  • Required Skills:
  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
  • Fluency in English and Swahili,
  • Valid driver’s license,
  • Proficiency in MS Office.

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to K+S Group on kpluss.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com to apply

Deadline: Not specified

3.

Position: Farm assistant

Employer: Career options Africa ltd

Location: Nyeri

About the job:We are seeking a motivated Farm Assistant to assist in the day-to-day operations of our farm. This role requires a proactive and hardworking individual to work in our farm in Nyeri.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

  • Supervise preparation of animal feed and fodder at the farm to suit different nutritional needs
  • Supervise day to day animal care activities by herders
  • Identify sick animals for treatment by vet
  • Administer pest control and deworming chemicals
  • Carry our Artificial Insemination in cattle
  • Manage the insemination schedule and coordinate vaccine administration with vets
  • Maintain animal records for births, relocation and deaths
  • Train workers on basic animal care

QUALIFICATIONS

The job holder should have the following qualifications. 

  • Certificate in animal health.
  • At least 1 year experience working within the same role
  • Experience with training in Artificial insemination KVD License or Diploma in Animal Health will have an added advantage

THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THE JOB

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and competencies.

  • Good communications skills
  • Knowledge of animal health
  • Time management and organization
  • Team player

WHAT WE ARE OFFERING THE RIGHT PERSON

  • We are offering the successful candidate a monthly gross salary of KES 18,000.

How to apply: Send CV only to recruitment@careeroptionsafricagroup.com by 10th December 2024 subject heading, as FARM ASSISTANT-KENYA. However, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates called for an interview as soon as their CVs are received. Kindly indicate current, last or expected salary in the CV. Candidates who do not hear from us by this date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

4.

Position: Field agricultural supervisor

Employer: Local development research institute (LDRI)

Location: Machakos

About the job: LDRI aims to enhance farm productivity and food security by developing an AI-based early warning system. This system will use hyperlocal geo-referenced data and high-resolution satellite imagery and language models to generate localized and individualized advisory content in multiple local languages (English, Kiswahili, Kikuyu, and Embu) on good agricultural practices, pest and disease management, and tailored crop management education for farmers. The system will support precision agriculture and provide climate-smart farming recommendations to improve resilience and sustainability in agricultural practices.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise farm workers and coordinate planting, cultivation, and harvesting.
  • Implement sustainable farming practices.
  • Maintain records of farm activities.
  • Conduct weekly visits and report on farm activities.
  • Register agrovets and collect input prices.
  • Train and support champion farmers in registering agrovets.
  • Collect and submit rainfall data.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in crop production and supervisory roles.

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Local Development Research Institute (LDRI) on docs.google.com to apply

Deadline: 13th Nov 2024

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5.

Position: Field agricultural supervisor

Employer: Local development research institute (LDRI)

Location: Kakamega

LDRI aims to enhance farm productivity and food security by developing an AI-based early warning system. This system will use hyperlocal geo-referenced data and high-resolution satellite imagery and language models to generate localized and individualized advisory content in multiple local languages (English, Kiswahili, Kikuyu, and Embu) on good agricultural practices, pest and disease management, and tailored crop management education for farmers. The system will support precision agriculture and provide climate-smart farming recommendations to improve resilience and sustainability in agricultural practices.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise farm workers and coordinate planting, cultivation, and harvesting.
  • Implement sustainable farming practices.
  • Maintain records of farm activities.
  • Conduct weekly visits and report on farm activities.
  • Register agrovets and collect input prices.
  • Train and support champion farmers in registering agrovets.
  • Collect and submit rainfall data.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in crop production and supervisory roles.

About the job: Interested and qualified? Go to Local Development Research Institute (LDRI) on docs.google.com to apply

Deadline: 13th Nov 2024

6.

Position: Agronomist 

Employer: Local development research institute (LDRI)

Location: Embu

About the job: We are currently seeking an agronomist to provide technical assistance to smallholder farmers, establish rapport, provide agronomic advice, and collect and evaluate data to improve offerings. The aim is to empower smallholder farmers and enhance their livelihoods by mitigating their risks and making them more attractive to financial institutions using digital resources and new technologies. This position is critical to facilitating more effective and reliable interactions and transactions between smallholder farmers and LDRI networks.

The role and responsibilities 

  • Establish and maintain productive relationships with smallholder farmers and LDRI networks by creating a sense of confidence and reliability with them and serving as the primary point of contact for technical support.
  • Conduct field visits to farms and provide agronomic recommendations, such as guidance on crop management practices, soil fertility, pest and disease control, and irrigation techniques.
  • Promote and market LDRI products and services to farmers, such as inputs, mechanization, and extension services.
  • Provide instruction and capacity building to farmers. 
  • Gather and evaluate data on farming practices, input usage, and yield results to guide the development of new products and services and enhance current offerings.
  • Stay informed on the most recent agronomic research and trends in the agricultural sector to provide the best possible assistance to farmers and LDRI networks.
  • Support the design and implementation of the Early Warning System by offering agronomic expertise on crop health, pest and disease identification, climate impacts, and soil management.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, knowledge, and skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. agriculture, agronomy, horticulture )
  • Proficiency in crop cultivation, pest, and disease control, soil science, and plant nutrition. 
  • Familiar with current advancements in agricultural technology and the ability to comprehend and manipulate data. 
  • Self-motivation and a proactive approach.

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Local Development Research Institute (LDRI) on docs.google.com to apply

Deadline: 13th Nov 2024

7.

Position: Crop system agronomist 

Employer: Bayer East Africa

Location: Nairobi

Role Purpose:

  • The Crop System Agronomist will utilize their expertise in applied field research and agronomic sciences to provide technical execution of trials in selected geographies and Crops. 
  • This includes execution of the field-testing program which utilizes Research and Development protocols to support key business drivers for all facets of business platforms that include Seed, Trait, Biologicals, Crop Protection, and digital agronomic solutions /tools. 
  • Drive and enhance customer value of new technologies by identifying solutions for current technical needs with commercial portfolio. 
  • Responsible for executing trials, data generation and knowledge transfer / education of the customer facing squads on new product and crop system recommendations to farmers.
  • Duty Station: Eldoret or Nakuru

Key responsibilities and tasks:

  • Accountable for the execution and localization of the market development positioning trials (MPTs) testing program under farmer conditions in order to validate the technologies and solutions: 
  • Accountable for the implementation of field trial protocols, scientific trial designs and allocation of trial 
  • treatments, trial site management and data collected / collation into trialing tools e.g. velocity
  • Create customer pull by developing, positioning and/or testing new hybrids, CP programs, traits and/or systems.
  • Responsible for building confidence and competence within the Customer Facing Squads by training on our new product portfolio, and agronomic information.  
  • Be the agronomic expert for new commercial offerings in Seeds, Traits, Biologicals and Crop Protection in country.
  • Responsible for the implementation stewardship and adhere to company polices ensuring all conditions of buffers, isolation zones, seed logs, harvest disposition  
  • Responsible for the value proposition development of customized agronomic solutions for the key crops in area of responsibility to support sales and business growth targets.
  • Integrate new products into agronomic programs and recommend adjustments to cropping systems.
  • Lead in investigation of product performance issues raised by customers.
  • Writing of relevant technical agronomic articles and product information brochures 
  • Build and maintain relationship with researchers from academic and research institutions.
  • Responsible for developing a development strategy for the area of responsibility.
  • Accountable for utilization of trial budgets assigned to each project and prudent management of the same.
  • Own delivery of country budgets through compelling value proposition for new launches, relaunches for Seeds, Traits and CP products range,

Key Working Relations:

  • GTM Enablement Team
  • Customer Facing Squads
  • Breeding  
  • Field solutions 
  • Stewardship Liaison
  • External stakeholders –academics, Consultants 
  • Channel Partners

Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

  • BSc Degree with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in agricultural research. 
  • Organizes and execute a high-quality assigned field research trial program
  • Has relationships with and is recognized as a subject expert by internal and external stakeholder
  • Good working knowledge of Crop Protection Industry and Seed Business   
  • Excellent relationship and team skills
  • Understanding of implications of actions on the achievement of BCS short term and long-term objectives.   
  • Excellent organization and time management 
  • Proactive partnership with customer Facing teams 
  • Intermediate level of English speaking.

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Bayer East Africa on jobs.bayer.com to apply.

Deadline: Not specified

8.

Position: Commodity coordinator

Employer: Career options Africa ltd

Location: Eldoret, Narok

About the job: As the Commodity Coordinator, you will be responsible for working directly with local farmers and vendors to procure Soya and Maize, ensuring efficient storage solutions, and coordinating the transportation of these commodities to the company as needed. This role requires strong relationships with local agricultural communities, excellent negotiation skills, and an ability to manage logistics effectively.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

Farmer and Vendor Relations:

  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with local farmers and vendors.
  • Negotiate prices and purchase agreements for Soya and Maize.
  • Educate farmers on best practices and company requirements.

Procurement:

  • Identify and source high-quality Soya and Maize from local farmers.
  • Ensure procurement processes align with company standards and regulations.
  • Monitor market trends and adjust procurement strategies accordingly.

Storage Solutions:

  • Identify suitable storage locations for the commodities.
  • Ensure proper storage conditions to maintain the quality and safety of the products.
  • Coordinate with local storage facilities and manage inventory.

Logistics Coordination:

  • Organize and oversee the transportation of commodities to the company as required.
  • Work with logistics partners to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
  • Track shipments and handle any issues that arise during transport.

Reporting and Compliance:

  • Maintain accurate records of purchases, storage, and shipments.
  • Ensure compliance with local agricultural and trade regulations.
  • Provide regular reports to management on procurement activities and market conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS

The job holder should have the following qualifications. 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of experience in agricultural procurement or a similar role.
  • Strong knowledge of local agricultural practices and market conditions.
  • Proficiency in English and the local language.
  • Willingness to travel within the assigned region as required.

THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THE JOB

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and competencies.

  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with local farmers and vendors.
  • Strong organizational and logistical management skills.
  • Proficiency in using procurement and inventory management software.

WHAT WE ARE OFFERING THE RIGHT PERSON

We are offering a competitive remuneration package for the successful candidates.

How to apply: Send CV only to recruitment@careeroptionsafricagroup.com by 10th December 2024 subject heading, as COMMODITY COORDINATOR-KENYA. However, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates called for an interview as soon as their CVs are received. Kindly indicate current, last or expected salary in the CV. 

Candidates who do not hear from us by this date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

Deadline: 10th Dec 2024

9.

Position: Community mobilizer 

Employer: Livelihood and resilience ACRE project

Location: Nairobi 

Job Description: Responsible supporting the implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of livelihoods and resilience interventions in the ACRE project to be implemented in Marsabit County. The community mobilizer will be responsible for but not limited to Conducting Training of Trainers for ToTs on gender sensitive Climate Smart Agricultural (CSA) technologies. Facilitating identification, formation, training, mentoring and monitoring of the climate change affected youth and women groups Village Saving and Loaning Associations (VSLA village loaning and saving groups and strengthening the Linkages of mature VSLA groups to Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) for development and expanding business opportunities for populations affected by climate change. S/he will oversee the detailed rapid assessments in Korr, Loglogo, Karare, Maikona, Dambala Fachana & Sololo Makutano villages in Marsabit County.

Project planning and implementation

  • Coordinate effective and timely implementation of all interventions outlined under Climate Change Adaptation Economic Resilience Project and any other related and cross cutting programme activities in the project.
  • Participate in the preparation of overall work plan and budget as well as develop activity plans and budgets for technical support of Climate Change Adaptation Economic Resilience Project
  • Participate in developing different levels of progress report (weekly updates, situational reports, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports)
  • Collaborate with relevant ministries and other relevant partners at the County and community levels to ensure integration and high-level implementation the planned Climate Change Adaptation Economic Resilience Project
  • Work together with other staff/ to ensure that key trainings meet the standard required to facilitate, provide knowledge and reinforcement of desired Climate Change Adaptation Economic Resilience Project behaviour and practices.
  • Ensure that business processes, standards and guidelines related to Livelihood & resilience initiatives are effectively applied in project implementation.
  • Make technical input into the planning and design of project specific operational researches, including baseline and end line evaluation, post distribution monitoring related to Climate Change Adaptation Economic Resilience Project.
  • Conduct continuous activity and budget analysis to ensure adherence to the approved work, budget and procurement plans.

Technical support

  • Ensure the target communities are mobilized and participate in the Climate Change Adaptation Economic Resilience
  • Provide technical support and timely feedback to the Project Manager on Climate Change Adaptation Economic Resilience
  • Build the capacity of children, families and community to collectively engage local leaders on identified issues.
  • In consultation with other staff, government and partners sensitize and mobilize the communities on the village saving and loaning (sharia compliant) and organize farmers to form village savings and loaning groups.
  • In consultation with other staff develop capacity assessment tools for existing S4T groups and develop a capacity development plan
  • Facilitate the capacity building of the partners and farmer groups on village and savings methodology, business development services, link groups to micro-finance and other sharia compliant products for economic empowerment
  • Work with the community agents to continuously train Water User Committees (WUC) and monitor rehabilitation of water sources for use in productive activities for communities affected by climate change.
  • Facilitate increased financial access through training and support of VSLA groups on financial literacy to enhance their performance
  • Ensure cross cutting themes are integrated into the Climate Change Adaptation Economic Resilience Project.
  • Ensure adult and child safeguarding during the implementation of the planned interventions

Quality assurance -Monitoring, Reporting, evaluation and Documentation

  • Support development of integrated monitoring plan in assigned area with area stakeholders
  • Provide the village agents with the S4T group monitoring tools and train them on the same
  • Clean and Collate the S4T performance data and key in the same in the S4T online Monitoring Information System (MIS) on a monthly basis.
  • Prepare weekly updates, monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual progress reports of activities related to the Climate Change Adaptation Economic Resilience Project.
  • Documentation of key lessons learnt and successes stories from the target village
  • Continuously track progress of planned activities and outputs in the detailed implementation plan to ensure timely and quality implementation of plans
  • Support Monitoring and evaluation of the Climate Change Adaptation Economic Resilience Project activities in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
  • Together with farmers, partners, conduct regular reflection and learning events
  • Support the project data collection during baseline, end line, market assessments and post distribution assessments

Strategic Engagement, Partnership and Networking

  • Represent World Vision in key County steering group stakeholder forum/meetings and relevant networks at the Ward, Sub-County and County levels.
  •  Facilitates linkages of the S4T groups to micro-finance institutions and skills development institutions
  • Strengthen partnerships with the county government and other partners for effective support and capacity development of the farmers for sustainability

Others

  • Work with the sponsorship team to monitor the wellbeing of children and carry out appropriate interventions
  • Sensitize children, guardians/parents and other stakeholders about children’s rights and responsibilities with a view to identify child violations
  • Any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

Required qualifications

  • The Jobholder must have a minimum of Diploma in Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Agriculture/Agricultural Economics/ livestock production or equivalent from a recognized institution. Degree is an added advantage.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience working with communities in either relief or development Livelihood and Resilience/Food security projects.
  • A local resident of North Horr sub county is preferred

Preferred Qualifications

  • Excellent English communication skills (both oral and written) with a good understanding the local dialect and context
  • Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office and Lotus Notes (or another main email system such as Microsoft Outlook)
  • A team player, capable of building the community capacity in economic recovery aspects
  • Ability to take initiative, a team leader able to work with minimum supervision
  • Cross-cultural sensitivity and emotional maturity
  • Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts
  • Understanding and demonstrated commitment to the importance of gender and youth issues in food security programming

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

Deadline: Not specified

10.

Position: Chief Officer, environment and natural Resources 

Employer: County Government of Tana River

Location: Tana River

  • Be a citizen of Kenya;
  • Hold a degree from a university recognized in Kenya (A master’s degree or higher academic qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya will be an added advantage);
  • Have at least ten (10) years knowledge, experience and a distinguished career in the field relevant to the portfolio of the department to which the person is applying for consideration;
  • Possess general knowledge of the County Government and functions of the County Government;
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the County goals, policies and developmental objectives;
  • Demonstrate leadership and management capacity including knowledge of financial management and strategic people management skills; and
  • Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity.

Core Competencies

  • Ability to portray and uphold national values and principles of good governance;
  • Be a visionary result oriented strategic thinker;
  • Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills; and
  • Proactive and capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • The County Chief Officer shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Committee Member for the administration of a county department. He/she shall keep the CECM informed on all-important activities and events connected with the respective department and seek advice and instructions from the CECM before taking decisions on important policy matters.

Specific duties and responsibilities shall include: –

  • The Chief advisor to the CECM on policy issues and Chief Executive of the department;
  • Responsible for overall supervision and performance of the department;
  • Implementing government policies, strategic plan and County Integrated Development Plan for the department;
  • Facilitating the achievement of the goals and objectives of government and intergovernmental programmes and projects and specifically vision 2030 and sector goals;
  • Developing and implementing an effective Performance Management System;
  • Ensuring efficient effective management and utilization of financial, human and other resources in the department and submitting regular reports as required from time to time;
  • Promoting values and principles spelt out in Article 10 and 232 of the constitution of Kenya in the operations of the department;
  • As the Authorised Officer, the officer is entrusted with the performance of specific responsibilities delegated to him/her;
  • As the accounting officer, the officer is entrusted with the performance of such specific duties and responsibilities as delegated to him/her; and
  • Performing any other business that the CEC may assign him/her from time to time.

How to apply: Qualified and interested applicants should visit our portal: www.jobs.tanarivercpsb.go.ke for online job application and submission. Applicants should also upload their applications with updated CV, a copy of National Identity Card, copies of academic and professional certificates, names and contacts of three (3) referees, and other relevant testimonials to:

The Board Secretary / C.E.O.
Tana River County Public Service Board
P.O. Box 181 – 70101
HOLA 

Deadline: 20th Nov 2024

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11.

Position: Regional sales manager 

Employer: Upper Central Rift at BASF East Africa ltd

Location: Nairobi

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful incumbent will be responsible for driving and overseeing the growth of the regional crop protection business by executing a go-to-market strategy that ensures the development and expansion of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides for specific crops in the area. 

Duties will include the following: 

  • Develop and defend BASF products and market share by achieving sales targets and implementing go-to-market strategies for key segments
  • Responsible for planning, managing, and defending sales accounts while also representing BASF during sales events, trade shows, and external/internal customer meetings
  • Monitor and report on market activities, competitors, trends threats, and market opportunities to ensure strategic decision-making
  • Manage demonstration trials to generate more sales while maintaining a high level of technical competency with retailers
  • Implement credit risk management for retailers as well as manage distributors and the entire route to market channel
  • Create strong relationships with retailers and farmers as part of CRM efforts to maintain  customer loyalty
  • Ensure adherence to all BASF guidelines and procedures in order to maintain compliance  standards

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Crop Protection, Agronomy, Entomology, Plant Pathology, Horticulture, Agriculture or related field 
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in marketing, sales, technical, and business development preferably in Upper Central Rift
  • Extensive knowledge and experience in the crop protection industry in Kenya 
  • Strong skills in key account management and field/project management 
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills 
  • Self-driven and motivated with strong organizational abilities 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to BASF East Africa Ltd on basf.jobs to apply

Deadline: Not specified

12.

Position: Cooperatives development officer

Employer: Smart regional consultants (SRC)

Location: Garissa

Strategic Responsibilities

  • Initiate, develop and recommend strategic changes to the implementation of beneficiary businesses in conjunction with SRC management and SRC consortium partners’
  • Identify strategic markets and develop placement strategies for the beneficiary businesses products.
  • Develop strategic sourcing relationships with beneficiary businesses including developing the appropriate contracts and sustainable supply chain management approaches.
  • Work with SRC consultants and staff members to implement business support services which include financial, business modelling, human resource, production, supply chain, marketing and sales management among others.

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Manage the day to day operations of SRC’s work plan activities supported under SRC’s program in the county as well as manage any organizational resources in the SRC county office / business centers.
  • Implement the strategies approved by SRC in conjunction with the beneficiary businesses to drive improved business support services including coaching, mentoring and ensure the commercial sustainability of beneficiary businesses.
  • On a day-to-day basis track the performance of each beneficiary business in meeting set goals and objectives.
  • Support the implementation of a robust financial management system for beneficiary business’.
  • Ensure the implementation of effective human resource policies to attract and retain qualified and competent staff for beneficiary business’.
  • Promote cooperation between various beneficiary businesses in the county; connect those beneficiary businesses to other business owners who would enhance the growth of a competitive and innovative business environment
  • Liaise with the county authorities to smooth the operations of the beneficiary businesses and markets in the county.
  • Liaise with the county authorities and other trade associations in the county to offer services from the business Centre.
  • Liaise with other program staff of SRC consortium partners’ in the county.

Operational Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with all statutory, legal and regulatory requirements in the operations of all beneficiary businesses.
  • Ensure that beneficiary businesses maintain high ethical standards and that any incidences of corruption and malfeasance are dealt with.
  • Review financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing improvement and probable interventions to improve beneficiary businesses
  • Maintain awareness of the business, economic and political environment as it affects the beneficiary businesses.
  • Take remedial action where necessary and informing SRC of significant changes recommended.

Job Dimensions:

Financial Responsibility:

  • The holder of the role will oversee the prudent utilization of financial and other resources allocated to their office they oversee in the implementation of SRC programmatic and administrative activities.

Decision Making:

  • The role is responsible for decision-making in matters affecting the Business Support component implementation on behalf of SRC within its various programs

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic Qualifications

  • A degree in Agriculture, Food Production, Animal Health, Agricultural Economics, Livestock Management, Veterinary Services, Sales, Finance or any other relevant social science degree

Certifications/ Professional Qualifications

  • Professional qualifications are added advantages in business related courses, CPAs, IHRM, CFAs, KIM or other similar professional qualifications.
  • Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
  • Member Wardens Association in Kenya, Kenya Institute of Management or relevant Professional Body

Previous relevant work experience required

  • At least four years’ work-experience working within Agricultural Value Chains with a keen understanding of challenges facing small-scale holders in those value chains. Demonstrated ability to deal with a wide array of governmental and non-governmental stakeholders.

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Smart Regional Consultants (SRC) on srctech.co.ke to apply

Deadline: Not specified

13.

Position: Cooperatives development officer

Employer: Smart regional consultants (SRC)

Location: Isiolo

Strategic Responsibilities

  • Initiate, develop and recommend strategic changes to the implementation of beneficiary businesses in conjunction with SRC management and SRC consortium partners’
  • Identify strategic markets and develop placement strategies for the beneficiary businesses products.
  • Develop strategic sourcing relationships with beneficiary businesses including developing the appropriate contracts and sustainable supply chain management approaches.
  • Work with SRC consultants and staff members to implement business support services which include financial, business modelling, human resource, production, supply chain, marketing and sales management among others.

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Manage the day to day operations of SRC’s work plan activities supported under SRC’s program in the county as well as manage any organizational resources in the SRC county office / business centers.
  • Implement the strategies approved by SRC in conjunction with the beneficiary businesses to drive improved business support services including coaching, mentoring and ensure the commercial sustainability of beneficiary businesses.
  • On a day-to-day basis track the performance of each beneficiary business in meeting set goals and objectives.
  • Support the implementation of a robust financial management system for beneficiary business’.
  • Ensure the implementation of effective human resource policies to attract and retain qualified and competent staff for beneficiary business’.
  • Promote cooperation between various beneficiary businesses in the county; connect those beneficiary businesses to other business owners who would enhance the growth of a competitive and innovative business environment
  • Liaise with the county authorities to smooth the operations of the beneficiary businesses and markets in the county.
  • Liaise with the county authorities and other trade associations in the county to offer services from the business Centre.
  • Liaise with other program staff of SRC consortium partners’ in the county.

Operational Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with all statutory, legal and regulatory requirements in the operations of all beneficiary businesses.
  • Ensure that beneficiary businesses maintain high ethical standards and that any incidences of corruption and malfeasance are dealt with.
  • Review financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing improvement and probable interventions to improve beneficiary businesses
  • Maintain awareness of the business, economic and political environment as it affects the beneficiary businesses.
  • Take remedial action where necessary and informing SRC of significant changes recommended.

Job Dimensions:

Financial Responsibility:

  • The holder of the role will oversee the prudent utilization of financial and other resources allocated to their office they oversee in the implementation of SRC programmatic and administrative activities.

Decision Making:

  • The role is responsible for decision-making in matters affecting the Business Support component implementation on behalf of SRC within its various programs

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic Qualifications

  • A degree in Agriculture, Food Production, Animal Health, Agricultural Economics, Livestock Management, Veterinary Services, Sales, Finance or any other relevant social science degree

Certifications/ Professional Qualifications

  • Professional qualifications are added advantages in business related courses, CPAs, IHRM, CFAs, KIM or other similar professional qualifications.
  • Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
  • Member Wardens Association in Kenya, Kenya Institute of Management or relevant Professional Body

Previous relevant work experience required

  • At least four years’ work-experience working within Agricultural Value Chains with a keen understanding of challenges facing small-scale holders in those value chains. Demonstrated ability to deal with a wide array of governmental and non-governmental stakeholders.

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Smart Regional Consultants (SRC) on srctech.co.ke to apply

Deadline: Not specified

14.

Position: Cooperatives development officer

Employer: Smart regional consultants (SRC)

Location: Mandera

Strategic Responsibilities

  • Initiate, develop and recommend strategic changes to the implementation of beneficiary businesses in conjunction with SRC management and SRC consortium partners’
  • Identify strategic markets and develop placement strategies for the beneficiary businesses products.
  • Develop strategic sourcing relationships with beneficiary businesses including developing the appropriate contracts and sustainable supply chain management approaches.
  • Work with SRC consultants and staff members to implement business support services which include financial, business modelling, human resource, production, supply chain, marketing and sales management among others.

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Manage the day to day operations of SRC’s work plan activities supported under SRC’s program in the county as well as manage any organizational resources in the SRC county office / business centers.
  • Implement the strategies approved by SRC in conjunction with the beneficiary businesses to drive improved business support services including coaching, mentoring and ensure the commercial sustainability of beneficiary businesses.
  • On a day-to-day basis track the performance of each beneficiary business in meeting set goals and objectives.
  • Support the implementation of a robust financial management system for beneficiary business’.
  • Ensure the implementation of effective human resource policies to attract and retain qualified and competent staff for beneficiary business’.
  • Promote cooperation between various beneficiary businesses in the county; connect those beneficiary businesses to other business owners who would enhance the growth of a competitive and innovative business environment
  • Liaise with the county authorities to smooth the operations of the beneficiary businesses and markets in the county.
  • Liaise with the county authorities and other trade associations in the county to offer services from the business Centre.
  • Liaise with other program staff of SRC consortium partners’ in the county.

Operational Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with all statutory, legal and regulatory requirements in the operations of all beneficiary businesses.
  • Ensure that beneficiary businesses maintain high ethical standards and that any incidences of corruption and malfeasance are dealt with.
  • Review financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing improvement and probable interventions to improve beneficiary businesses
  • Maintain awareness of the business, economic and political environment as it affects the beneficiary businesses.
  • Take remedial action where necessary and informing SRC of significant changes recommended.

Job Dimensions:

Financial Responsibility:

  • The holder of the role will oversee the prudent utilization of financial and other resources allocated to their office they oversee in the implementation of SRC programmatic and administrative activities.

Decision Making:

  • The role is responsible for decision-making in matters affecting the Business Support component implementation on behalf of SRC within its various programs

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic Qualifications

  • A degree in Agriculture, Food Production, Animal Health, Agricultural Economics, Livestock Management, Veterinary Services, Sales, Finance or any other relevant social science degree

Certifications/ Professional Qualifications

  • Professional qualifications are added advantages in business related courses, CPAs, IHRM, CFAs, KIM or other similar professional qualifications.
  • Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
  • Member Wardens Association in Kenya, Kenya Institute of Management or relevant Professional Body

Previous relevant work experience required

  • At least four years’ work-experience working within Agricultural Value Chains with a keen understanding of challenges facing small-scale holders in those value chains. Demonstrated ability to deal with a wide array of governmental and non-governmental stakeholders.

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Smart Regional Consultants (SRC) on srctech.co.ke to apply

Deadline: Not specified

15.

Position: Cooperatives development officer

Employer: Smart regional consultants (SRC)

Location: Marsabit

Strategic Responsibilities

  • Initiate, develop and recommend strategic changes to the implementation of beneficiary businesses in conjunction with SRC management and SRC consortium partners’
  • Identify strategic markets and develop placement strategies for the beneficiary businesses products.
  • Develop strategic sourcing relationships with beneficiary businesses including developing the appropriate contracts and sustainable supply chain management approaches.
  • Work with SRC consultants and staff members to implement business support services which include financial, business modelling, human resource, production, supply chain, marketing and sales management among others.

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Manage the day to day operations of SRC’s work plan activities supported under SRC’s program in the county as well as manage any organizational resources in the SRC county office / business centers.
  • Implement the strategies approved by SRC in conjunction with the beneficiary businesses to drive improved business support services including coaching, mentoring and ensure the commercial sustainability of beneficiary businesses.
  • On a day-to-day basis track the performance of each beneficiary business in meeting set goals and objectives.
  • Support the implementation of a robust financial management system for beneficiary business’.
  • Ensure the implementation of effective human resource policies to attract and retain qualified and competent staff for beneficiary business’.
  • Promote cooperation between various beneficiary businesses in the county; connect those beneficiary businesses to other business owners who would enhance the growth of a competitive and innovative business environment
  • Liaise with the county authorities to smooth the operations of the beneficiary businesses and markets in the county.
  • Liaise with the county authorities and other trade associations in the county to offer services from the business Centre.
  • Liaise with other program staff of SRC consortium partners’ in the county.

Operational Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with all statutory, legal and regulatory requirements in the operations of all beneficiary businesses.
  • Ensure that beneficiary businesses maintain high ethical standards and that any incidences of corruption and malfeasance are dealt with.
  • Review financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing improvement and probable interventions to improve beneficiary businesses
  • Maintain awareness of the business, economic and political environment as it affects the beneficiary businesses.
  • Take remedial action where necessary and informing SRC of significant changes recommended.

Job Dimensions:

Financial Responsibility:

  • The holder of the role will oversee the prudent utilization of financial and other resources allocated to their office they oversee in the implementation of SRC programmatic and administrative activities.

Decision Making:

  • The role is responsible for decision-making in matters affecting the Business Support component implementation on behalf of SRC within its various programs

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic Qualifications

  • A degree in Agriculture, Food Production, Animal Health, Agricultural Economics, Livestock Management, Veterinary Services, Sales, Finance or any other relevant social science degree

Certifications/ Professional Qualifications

  • Professional qualifications are added advantages in business related courses, CPAs, IHRM, CFAs, KIM or other similar professional qualifications.
  • Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
  • Member Wardens Association in Kenya, Kenya Institute of Management or relevant Professional Body

Previous relevant work experience required

  • At least four years’ work-experience working within Agricultural Value Chains with a keen understanding of challenges facing small-scale holders in those value chains. Demonstrated ability to deal with a wide array of governmental and non-governmental stakeholders.

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Smart Regional Consultants (SRC) on srctech.co.ke to apply

Deadline: Not specified

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16.

Position: Cooperatives development office

Employer: Smart regional consultants

Location: Samburu

Strategic Responsibilities

  • Initiate, develop and recommend strategic changes to the implementation of beneficiary businesses in conjunction with SRC management and SRC consortium partners’
  • Identify strategic markets and develop placement strategies for the beneficiary businesses products.
  • Develop strategic sourcing relationships with beneficiary businesses including developing the appropriate contracts and sustainable supply chain management approaches.
  • Work with SRC consultants and staff members to implement business support services which include financial, business modelling, human resource, production, supply chain, marketing and sales management among others.

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Manage the day to day operations of SRC’s work plan activities supported under SRC’s program in the county as well as manage any organizational resources in the SRC county office / business centers.
  • Implement the strategies approved by SRC in conjunction with the beneficiary businesses to drive improved business support services including coaching, mentoring and ensure the commercial sustainability of beneficiary businesses.
  • On a day-to-day basis track the performance of each beneficiary business in meeting set goals and objectives.
  • Support the implementation of a robust financial management system for beneficiary business’.
  • Ensure the implementation of effective human resource policies to attract and retain qualified and competent staff for beneficiary business’.
  • Promote cooperation between various beneficiary businesses in the county; connect those beneficiary businesses to other business owners who would enhance the growth of a competitive and innovative business environment
  • Liaise with the county authorities to smooth the operations of the beneficiary businesses and markets in the county.
  • Liaise with the county authorities and other trade associations in the county to offer services from the business Centre.
  • Liaise with other program staff of SRC consortium partners’ in the county.

Operational Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with all statutory, legal and regulatory requirements in the operations of all beneficiary businesses.
  • Ensure that beneficiary businesses maintain high ethical standards and that any incidences of corruption and malfeasance are dealt with.
  • Review financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing improvement and probable interventions to improve beneficiary businesses
  • Maintain awareness of the business, economic and political environment as it affects the beneficiary businesses.
  • Take remedial action where necessary and informing SRC of significant changes recommended.

Job Dimensions:

Financial Responsibility:

  • The holder of the role will oversee the prudent utilization of financial and other resources allocated to their office they oversee in the implementation of SRC programmatic and administrative activities.

Decision Making:

  • The role is responsible for decision-making in matters affecting the Business Support component implementation on behalf of SRC within its various programs

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic Qualifications

  • A degree in Agriculture, Food Production, Animal Health, Agricultural Economics, Livestock Management, Veterinary Services, Sales, Finance or any other relevant social science degree

Certifications/ Professional Qualifications

  • Professional qualifications are added advantages in business related courses, CPAs, IHRM, CFAs, KIM or other similar professional qualifications.
  • Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
  • Member Wardens Association in Kenya, Kenya Institute of Management or relevant Professional Body

Previous relevant work experience required

  • At least four years’ work-experience working within Agricultural Value Chains with a keen understanding of challenges facing small-scale holders in those value chains. Demonstrated ability to deal with a wide array of governmental and non-governmental stakeholders.

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Smart Regional Consultants (SRC) on srctech.co.ke to apply

Deadline: Not specified

17:

Position: Assistant Farm Manager 

Employer: Bomet University College

Location: Bomet

Qualifications for the advertised Academic Positions are based on Commission for University Education (CUE) Har- monized Criteria for Appointment and Promotion of Academic Staff. Please visit Commission for University Educa- tion (CUE) website for more information.

Terms of Service

All the Positions listed above are on Permanent and Pensionable terms, subject to successful completion of Probation period of six (6) months.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITIONS.

Only shortlisted applicants will be conducted and will be expected to satisfy requirements of the Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (2010) when successful in the Recruitment process. Interested applicants should visit the Bomet University College website https://www.buc.ac.ke for detailed Job Specifications, Remuneration and other job requirements. The Reference Number of the Position applied for should be clearly indicated in the Applications letter addressed to:

The Principal, Bomet University College,

P.O Box 701-20400, BOMET.

A signed Application letter with the required testimonials should be emailed to: recruitment1@buc.ac.ke on or before Bomet University College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not charge any fee for recruitment.

Deadline: 25th Nov 2024 5:00pm

18.

Position: Tupande market access strategy and operations associate

Employer: One acre fund 

Location: Nairobi

About the job: As a Market Access Strategy and Operations Associate, you will be an essential part of the Kenya Tupande team and part of one of the largest social enterprises in Africa. You will contribute to the design and implementation of our market access program for current and new value chains with a focus on involving youth, fostering their growth, and ensuring their voices are heard. You will report directly to the Market Access Director.

Responsibilities

Develop new value chains: 

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive market access strategy for one or more new value chains aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers by facilitating their entry into markets. 
  • This will include establishing strategic partnerships (e.g. with local buyers and processors) to create reliable market channels and building the capacity of farmers through training initiatives so that they can adhere to quality control measures.

Team management: 

  • Recruit and mentor a team of market access employees (e.g. buyback officers), providing clear direction, setting goals, and conducting regular performance evaluations to ensure the team’s success and to foster a collaborative work environment. 

Youth engagement strategy development:

  • Develop a comprehensive youth engagement strategy aligned with market access program objectives. This includes Identifying youth outreach channels to reach out to potential youth participants in targeted value chains.
  • Identify goals and important metrics for measuring the effectiveness of youth engagement efforts.

Youth empowerment and training:

  • Design training programs that equip youth with the skills needed to participate in the market access program.

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:

  • 5+ years of work experience in any of the following fields: agriculture, youth programming, rural development, project management, grant management
  • Experience working on or managing rural development programs 
  • A Bachelor’s degree. Post-graduate degree preferred. 
  • Language: English and Swahili

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to One Acre Fund on oneacrefund.org to apply.

Deadline: Not specified

19:

Position: Impact division chief of staff (Manager) 

Employer: One acre fund

Location: Nairobi

Coordinate Implementation of Impact Strategy

  • Lead annual impact goal-setting, aligned with our long-term impact strategy.
  • Track progress against the impact strategy, annual goals, interim milestones, and other organizational indicators.  
  • Coordination across Impact Division: Ensure fluid collaboration between technical support teams and operational teams through clear work planning and frequent communication.

Increase the reach of Impact leadership:

  • Support Impact Director to free up 20% of time to focus on what’s most important.
  • Conduct regular prioritization reviews with division leadership to ensure we’re focused on the right areas.
  • Represent Impact Director internally in cross-department meetings or projects.  Be a “whip” to prepare for meetings or move complex projects forward.
  • Represent Impact Director externally by following up on partnerships and early stage opportunities.  
  • Take on direct management responsibilities from division leadership, as appropriate.
  • Prepare work deliverables (email/memo drafts, concept notes, slide-decks, research).

Lead strategic Initiatives

  • Lead high-priority research or operational initiatives. Specific projects will depend on your background and interests, organizational priorities, team bandwidth, and timing. 
  • For example, you may: lead an impact-focused internal campaign; research a new technology or partnership; launch team-building and culture initiatives; improve impact communications or Q&A forums; temporarily fill critical leadership gaps; support recruitment and onboarding.

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, we are seeking an impact-oriented professional with 6+ years of relevant work experience, with at least 2 years of experience in management roles that required strategic leadership experience. Candidates who fit the following criteria are encouraged to apply:

Passion for enabling others to succeed

  • Genuine passion for sustainably improving farmer livelihoods.
  • Motivated by helping others.  This role isn’t about individual achievements but about supporting teams across One Acre Fund to achieve our common mission.

Ag/Development Research Skillset

  • University (or higher) degree in Agriculture or a related field (e.g. Ecology, Environmental Science).
  • Proficiency in Excel (maintaining complex spreadsheets) required. Experience with study design and analysis preferred.
  • Enthusiasm for learning and an openness to new ideas.

Collaborative Leadership

  • Proficient in understanding the motivations and capacities of people from diverse backgrounds to bring them together to collaborate effectively.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication across a wide range of audiences – from non-technically-trained colleagues to external experts.  
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, whether at work or outside of formal employment.

Productivity

  • Demonstrated project management skills and an ability to move multiple complex projects towards concrete outcomes.
  • Systematic thinker, able to track dozens of diverse tasks and initiatives.
  • Insistence on high quality outputs, practical design, and efficiency.

Other requirements

  • English required.  Swahili, Kinyarwanda, Kirundi, or French a plus.
  • Willingness to travel within East Africa

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to One Acre Fund on oneacrefund.org to apply

Deadline: Not specified

20.

Position: Production supervisor (castor beans)

Employer: Summit recruitment and search

Location: Nairobi

Key Responsibilities:

  • Direct planting, cultivation, irrigation, and pest control efforts for optimal crop health and yield.
  • Lead and train farm workers, tractor operators, and machine operators in efficient farming and safety practices.
  • Ensure produce quality meets standards for market sale and processing.
  • Maintain machinery and tools, ensuring proper use and regular servicing.
  • Manage resources such as seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides to maximize cost-efficiency.
  • Document farm activities, crop health, and yields; report to management.
  • Operate within budget for labor, machinery, and inputs to minimize costs.
  • Implement health and safety protocols and ensure compliance with agricultural regulations.

Qualifications:

  • Proven background in crop cultivation, ideally in castor beans and potatoes.
  • Must have at least 4 years of experience as a Production Supervisor.
  • Experience in supervising farm laborers and operators, with a focus on productivity.
  • Familiarity with crop rotation, irrigation, and pest control methods.
  • Skilled in ensuring produce meets quality standards for sale and storage.
  • Understanding of farm machinery maintenance and efficient usage.
  • Ability to document farm processes, crop health, and resource allocation.
  • Experience in managing budgets and controlling production costs.
  • Strong commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Summit Recruitment and Search on www.summitrecruitment-search.com to apply

Deadline: 25th Nov 2024

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21.

Position: Fisheries officer

Employer: Blue economy

Location: Nairobi

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinate the implementation of all projects on Agricultural Transformation.
  • Support wide-scale deployment of innovative farmer extension models including effective private sector led approaches to the provision of farmer extension services.
  • Provide specialist advice and support to internal and external clients on a range of fisheries, aquaculture, blue economy development issues including, knowledge generation and sharing, policy development advice, fish commodity value addition, complex operations formulation, training and marine and inland water bodies ecosystems resilience building;
  • Support increasing investment into livestock research and technology dissemination on the continent and support the scaling up of proven technologies and wide-scale deployment of innovative livestock producers extension models;
  • Coordinate climate resilience actions to support climate adaptation and climate-smart agriculture practices including large-scale sustainable and climate-smart agriculture, agroforestry, ecotourism, and agri-tourism projects;
  • Support organizations engagements in global and continental climate change events of interest to the organization such as the Annual Conference on Climate Change.
  • Work in partnership with the client group to proactively seek to understand business priorities to identify and implement a range of creative solutions in fisheries and aquaculture that support the organization project implementation.
  • Develop and work with the regional hubs to execute the organization strategy in the area of fisheries, aquaculture, blue economy, fisheries governance and marine/inland water-bodies ecosystem resilience; and coordinate peer-review sessions for process improvement and strategy
  • Provide adequate expertise and advise to promote the blue economy strategy, and fisheries governance (combatting Unreported and Unregulated fishing and marine pollution);
  • Provide adequate expertise in agribusiness environment related to fish commodity value chain development;
  • Act as advocate and spokesperson for fish commodity promotion and ecosystem concerns to increase public awareness of the importance of fisheries sector and the value in Ocean services.
  • Network with other fisheries personnel, researchers, professionals, and advocacy groups to preserve and monitor fish habitats and stocks;
  • Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, policy-makers, commercial interests, and the public.
  • Prepare effective communication strategies to build strong working relationships with regional hubs, key government departments and other partner agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • HoldS at least a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in the areas of Fisheries, Aquaculture Management, Zoology, Natural Resource Management, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Geology, Fisheries Management, Marine Engineering, Physical Sciences,Biological Sciences, Spatial Sciences, Chemistry, Sociology, Economics/Statistics, Food Science and Technology, Environmental Law or any other relevant qualification from a university recognized in Kenya.
  • Have a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience,
  • Having private sector experience will be an added advantage.
  • Ability to meet multiple, important deadlines.
  • Ability to provide technical advice to develop aquaculture and blue economy projects.
  • Proven leadership and management skills.
  • Ability to work with others to maximize the effectiveness of the team as a whole, sharing the knowledge and workload.
  • Ability to develops strong working relationships with colleagues and contributes to creation of a positive team environment.

How to apply: Interested candidate to go to https://www.brightermonday.co.ke/listings/fisheries-officer-coordinator-blue-economy-xpzxn4 and apply

Deadline: Not specified


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