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General Accounting Manager (Nairobi)

We are looking for a driven, creative, and independent person to join a high-performing flexible team as a General Accounting Manager. This is a mid-level accounting position responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements, and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures. The position is responsible for supervising general accounting, producing monthly journal entries and reconciliation of assigned asset, liability, expense and revenue accounts.
Responsibilities
The General Accounting Manager will be responsible for the following tasks:

Oversee Global payment and procurement accounting.
Assist with quarterly financial statements as well as annual audited financial statements and footnotes.
Assist with annual audit materials preparation to ensure a high quality and well-organized package ready in a timely manner for Director of Finance to review prior to audit.
Work with external auditors on 990 and MA-PC filings.
Serve as a back-up to Director of Finance, particularly with respect to revenue recognition.
Perform a range of mid-level financial statement analyses and account reconciliations.
Provide direct supervision to two Finance team members, including effective performance management including regular feedback sessions and guidance and support for professional development opportunities as appropriate.
In collaboration with team and Director of Finance, develop and deliver training to finance staff. Participate in establishing and monitoring of accounting control procedures and ensure compliance with established policy.
Ensure all financial transactions are completed with high degrees of accuracy, in full compliance with requirements, and within established timelines.
Prepare required journal entries and account reconciliations, and resolve variances using professional concepts and established policies and procedures.
Provide support and guidance to PD’s country offices, administrative staff, managers, and others in the use of OUS accounting systems in accordance with policy, procedures and accounting principles.
Work with external auditors; prepare audit schedules, provide explanations of schedules and related variances if any.
Ensure monthly close is accomplished as per schedule.
Work on special projects as assigned.

Expectations for the Position

Will stay abreast of professional standards, trends and issues affecting this set of responsibilities, demonstrating continuous learning of the field.
Will work effectively and collaboratively in support of building a team-based culture of work, will perform all duties appropriately for a multi-cultural environment, treating all persons with dignity and respect, and will be familiar with and committed to PD’s mission and goals.
Will have an understanding of gender justice and diversity within key areas of responsibility and a commitment to promoting gender justice and diversity in our workplace and programs.
Within key areas of responsibility, will have a commitment to providing a safe environment for staff, partners, and beneficiaries, and a commitment to promoting safeguarding in our workplace, programs, and the communities we serve.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent education/experience in US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Five years progressively responsible work experience as an accountant.
Two years of supervisory experience and ability to mentor and develop staff.
Ability to analyze financial transactions.
Significant general ledger journal entry production/account reconciliation experience.
Experience with computerized accounts payable, payroll software, Excel, Word, and related Microsoft Office Applications.
Ability to work independently, to work under pressure, prioritize work and to meet deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail, ability to work accurately and to leave accurate audit trails.
Ability to identify system, process and policy issues and make recommendations for and implement solution(s).
Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with not-for-profit accounting.
Experience with Quickbooks
CPA or MBA

Position details

Full time, Finance Department
Start date: As soon as possible.
Location: USA, India or Kenya
Compensation: Commensurate with experience

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October 28, 2024
Global Research and Operations Manager (Kenya)

We are looking for a driven, creative and independent person to join a high-performing, flexible team as a Research and Operations Manager (ROM). You will work in a non-hierarchical team and have opportunities to work closely with PxD and affiliated researchers and substantially contribute to PxD’s research programs that test new ideas and measure their impacts.
Responsibilities
The Research and Operations Manager will be responsible to provide ongoing support to PxD’s research operations and management in Kenya as well as other countries in Africa where we currently work (e.g. Rwanda, Uganda, Nigeria). In order to facilitate a steady stream of research and programmatic opportunities, the successful applicant will also actively contribute to fundraising, funder reporting, and research dissemination.
The Research and Operations Manager will work closely with the Director of Research, Africa Regional Director, Research Affiliates, Research Associates and the relevant teams. The position will be located in Kenya. PxD is a start-up organization and will require flexibility from all staff with regards to roles and responsibilities.
Research management and support

Work with relevant PxD teams, researchers, and research affiliates to manage the implementation of research projects and ensure that projects adhere to policies, procedures, and timelines.
Provide guidance and oversight to Research Associates on research activities, including data cleaning, power calculations, and preliminary analysis.
Apprise PxD researchers, research affiliates, and country leads on the progress of projects on a regular basis.
Support the project teams in preparing progress reports for funders and partners.
Work closely with PxD researchers and our partner organizations to identify, develop, and launch new research projects, and ensure technical rigor.
Guide program teams on the use of evidence-based approach and contribute to the building of institutional knowledge of the evidence base.
Take lead on preparing Institutional Review Board applications and modifications with oversight from PxD researchers and research affiliates.
Support literature reviews and other desk research to inform research activities as well as programmatic functions for PxD.
Assist with proposal development for prospective funders and partners, alongside other PxD team members.
Support PxD in developing processes to maintain the integrity and the quality of research
Stay abreast of the latest research related to mobile phone-based agricultural extension.

Knowledge management

Maintain library of relevant research for all PxD team members.
Take lead on maintaining the PxD’s institutional knowledge base on current landscape of other organizations and companies operating in the mobile phone-based agricultural advisory space.
Write research summaries and results in various formats, including briefs, website text, presentations, emails, etc.
Actively contribute to research dissemination and outreach activities.
Support PxD in creating and maintaining institutional knowledge related to its research findings.

Other

Contribute to general management tasks important for PxD’s functioning and success – including but not limited to budgeting, hiring, and strategic planning – on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications and experience

Master’s degree in economics, agricultural economics, public policy, or a closely related field (we may consider exceptional candidates without a Master’s degree who have extensive experience in experimental research in developing countries)
Deep understanding of economics, econometrics, and statistics
At least 4 years of professional experience
Experience with randomized controlled trials
Experience with statistical software, such as Stata and/or R
Strong communication skills in English, both written and oral
Experience with research in developing countries
Experience managing partnerships with an implementing organization.
Experience managing program and/or research staff.
Interest in agricultural development and technology for development
Strong interest in and commitment to PxD’s mission to leverage technology to improve the lives of the poor at scale.
Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Experience working in a start-up environment desired but not required.
Experience working with an organization across multiple geographies desired but not required.

Position details

Full time
Start date: as soon as possible
Location: Nairobi or Kakamega, Kenya
Due to the ongoing pandemic, PxD operations have been remote since March 2020. PxD will continue to monitor the situation in all of our countries of operation to assess safety and feasibility of our office operations.
Compensation: Commensurate with experience

To apply, please visit the PxD website and use the online application form. The job position will be reviewed on a rolling basis and open until the position is filled.

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ag.bamboohr.com

October 28, 2024
Kenya Country Director

We are looking for a driven, creative and independent person to join a high-performing, flexible team as a Kenya Country Director. You will work in a non-hierarchical team and have opportunities to work closely with PxD and affiliated researchers and substantially contribute to PxD’s research programs that test new ideas and measure their impacts.
Responsibilities
The Country Director will oversee operations of the organization in Kenya including program management, partnership development, human resources, finance and administration, and legal compliance.
The Country Director will report to the Africa Regional Director and will work closely with other relevant Program Leads and Global Directors, and various research affiliates. The position will be located in Nairobi, Kenya. PxD is a start-up organization and will require flexibility from all staff with regards to roles and responsibilities.
The Kenya Country Director will be responsible for the following main tasks:

Contribute to and execute PAD’s research and program vision in Kenya;
Take a lead role in the implementation of new and existing projects in Kenya, with input from the Global team;
Design and monitor implementation plan and budgets and supervise the implementation of operations across all projects in Kenya;
Support the development and utilization of appropriate research methods and program management tools and systems;
Hire, train, and supervise local staff and take responsibility of local office and physical infrastructure;
Work with local legal counsel to ensure compliance with Kenyan law and to develop and implement local policies and guidelines;
Build and manage relationships with Kenyan partners to facilitate the development of PAD services, including technology providers, private businesses, government, development organizations, non‐profits, other service providers, and implementation partners;
Assist PAD in fundraising and donor management efforts;
Take a proactive role in developing and building the mid and long term financial sustainability of PAD Kenya;
Liaise between PAD Global and Kenya‐based team to ensure compliance with PAD policies and to support reporting to PAD internal and external stakeholders (research, program implementation, financial, other); and
Complete any other work determined by PAD CEO and/or Africa Regional Director as necessary to successfully grow and manage PAD Kenya.

Qualifications and Experience

7+ years of experience in developing country contexts including 3-4 years in a management position;
Master’s degree in economics, agricultural economics, public policy, or a closely related field;
Experience leading large programs, including managing relationships with governments and multiple stakeholders;
Experience in developing research projects (preferably quantitative research);
Experience with budgeting and project planning;
Leadership and organizational skills, and experience to make things happen through complex bureaucracy;
Communication and writing skills;
Experience with managing donors and large grants;
Commitment to leading a diverse team in a multicultural environment and building staff capacity;
Ability to work under tight timelines, and flexibility to engage in multiple projects;
Ability to travel within Kenya and internationally;
Experience living and working in Africa; and
Knowledge of, or familiarity with, randomized controlled trials and experimental research.

In other words, you should apply for this position if:

You want your work to have a meaningful impact on the lives of the poorest;
You want to work with a diverse and dynamic team that includes agronomists, data scientists, developers, research associates, product development specialists, researchers and academics, finance and HR specialists, etc;
You are a firm believer that technology can help develop new cost-effective interventions and can serve the poorest;
You are excited to experiment, test, iterate, and learn what works and what does not. You are able to think “outside the box” by spear leading the development of innovative interventions that challenge the traditional approach of the development sector;
You have a strong interest in agriculture but also in other sectors (e.g education). You want to supervise a diverse portfolio of projects, that includes different sectors, different types of interventions, and different sample sizes (from a few thousand beneficiaries to over half a million);
You have a keen interest in research and impact evaluation, particularly quantitative research and RCTs;
You want to be challenged on a daily basis, learn from your colleagues but also lead them in the right direction;
You are an excellent manager and you care about the people you supervise;
You are keen to form new partnerships with various organizations in Kenya;
And you want to be part of a fast-pace, fast-growth organization with ambitious reach targets.

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October 28, 2024
Research Associate (Kenya) Research and Operations Manager (Nairobi) Global Research and Operations Manager (Kenya) Global Research Associate (Kenya)

We are looking for a driven, creative and independent person to join a high-performing, flexible team as a Research Associate to support PxD’s existing operations in Kenya. You will work in a non-hierarchical team and have opportunities to work closely with PAD and affiliated researchers and substantially contribute to PxD’s programs that test new ideas, measure their impacts, and scale them up.
Kenyan and East African citizens are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
The Research Associate will be responsible to provide ongoing support to PxD’s research activities in Kenya. The Research Associate will report to the Research and Operations Manager (Kenya) and will work with the Director of Research and relevant Research Affiliates. The position will be located in Kenya.
PAD is a start-up organization and will require flexibility from all staff with regards to roles and responsibilities.
The Research Associate will be responsible for the following main tasks:

Supervise the implementation of field operations and research activities;
Support and manage the development of digital platforms to disseminate information to smallholder farmers via their mobile phones;
Monitor and analyze usage of the SMS and IVR services;
Hire, train, and supervise data collection staff;
Supervise data management activities, clean and analyze data;
Work with PAD team to ensure that all projects and operations adhere to policies, protocols, and timelines;
Develop and update project documentation regularly;
Assist in managing partner relations and working with external stakeholders for implementation of field operations.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications and Experience:

A bachelor’s degree in economics, agricultural economics, public policy, statistics, or a closely related field.
Fluency in English. Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.
Management and organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to work independently and be supervised remotely.
1-2 years’ work experience running or managing research projects.
Knowledge of Stata or R or similar software for data analysis.
Ability to work under time pressure and solve problems in the field.
Willingness to travel up to 30% to project areas nationally.
Good understanding of economics and familiarity with randomized evaluations.

Desired Qualifications and Experience: Our preferred candidates are likely to have some, but not all, of the following qualifications:

Master’s degree in economics, agricultural economics, public policy, statistics, or a closely related field.
Proficient in using SurveyCTO or a similar program for survey design.
Experience working on randomized evaluations.
Experience working on agricultural programs.
Experience managing teams and working in groups.
Previous work experience in Kenya or other East African countries

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October 28, 2024
Research and Operations Manager

We are looking for a driven, creative and independent person to join a high-performing, flexible team as a Research and Operations Manager (ROM). You will work in a non-hierarchical team and have opportunities to work closely with PxD and affiliated researchers and substantially contribute to PxD’s research programs that test new ideas and measure their impacts.
Responsibilities
The Research and Operations Manager will be responsible to provide ongoing support to PxD’s research operations and management in Kenya as well as other countries in Africa where we currently work (e.g. Rwanda, Uganda, Nigeria). In order to facilitate a steady stream of research and programmatic opportunities, the successful applicant will also actively contribute to fundraising, funder reporting, and research dissemination.
The Research and Operations Manager will work closely with the Director of Research, Africa Regional Director, Research Affiliates, Research Associates and the relevant teams. The position will be located in Kenya. PxD is a start-up organization and will require flexibility from all staff with regards to roles and responsibilities.
Research management and support

Work with relevant PxD teams, researchers, and research affiliates to manage the implementation of research projects and ensure that projects adhere to policies, procedures, and timelines.
Provide guidance and oversight to Research Associates on research activities, including data cleaning, power calculations, and preliminary analysis.
Apprise PxD researchers, research affiliates, and country leads on the progress of projects on a regular basis.
Support the project teams in preparing progress reports for funders and partners.
Work closely with PxD researchers and our partner organizations to identify, develop, and launch new research projects, and ensure technical rigor.
Guide program teams on the use of evidence-based approach and contribute to the building of institutional knowledge of the evidence base.
Take lead on preparing Institutional Review Board applications and modifications with oversight from PxD researchers and research affiliates.
Support literature reviews and other desk research to inform research activities as well as programmatic functions for PxD.
Assist with proposal development for prospective funders and partners, alongside other PxD team members.
Support PxD in developing processes to maintain the integrity and the quality of research
Stay abreast of the latest research related to mobile phone-based agricultural extension.

Knowledge management

Maintain library of relevant research for all PxD team members.
Take lead on maintaining the PxD’s institutional knowledge base on current landscape of other organizations and companies operating in the mobile phone-based agricultural advisory space.
Write research summaries and results in various formats, including briefs, website text, presentations, emails, etc.
Actively contribute to research dissemination and outreach activities.
Support PxD in creating and maintaining institutional knowledge related to its research findings.

Other

Contribute to general management tasks important for PxD’s functioning and success – including but not limited to budgeting, hiring, and strategic planning – on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications and experience

Master’s degree in economics, agricultural economics, public policy, or a closely related field (we may consider exceptional candidates without a Master’s degree who have extensive experience in experimental research in developing countries)
Deep understanding of economics, econometrics, and statistics
At least 4 years of professional experience
Experience with randomized controlled trials
Experience with statistical software, such as Stata and/or R
Strong communication skills in English, both written and oral
Experience with research in developing countries
Experience managing partnerships with an implementing organization.
Experience managing program and/or research staff.
Interest in agricultural development and technology for development
Strong interest in and commitment to PxD’s mission to leverage technology to improve the lives of the poor at scale.
Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Experience working in a start-up environment desired but not required.
Experience working with an organization across multiple geographies desired but not required.

Position details

Full time
Start date: as soon as possible
Location: Nairobi or Kakamega, Kenya
Due to the ongoing pandemic, PxD operations have been remote since March 2020. PxD will continue to monitor the situation in all of our countries of operation to assess safety and feasibility of our office operations.
Compensation: Commensurate with experience

To apply, please visit the PxD website and use the online application form. The job position will be reviewed on a rolling basis and open until the position is filled.

Apply via :

ag.bamboohr.com

October 28, 2024
Recruitment Consultant

Overview

Recruitment consultants are responsible for attracting candidates for jobs and matching them to temporary or permanent positions with client companies. You’ll build positive relationships in order to gain a better understanding of your clients’ recruitment needs and requirements.

Working as a recruitment consultant, you’ll attract candidates by drafting advertising copy for use in a range of media, as well as by networking, headhunting and through referrals. You’ll screen candidates, interview them, run background checks and finally match them to clients.

You also provide advice to both clients and candidates on salary levels, training requirements and career opportunities.

Responsibilities

As a recruitment consultant, you’re the vital link between clients and candidates. The role is demanding and diverse. It involves:

using sales, business development, marketing techniques and networking to attract business from client companies
visiting clients to build and develop positive relationships
developing a good understanding of client companies, their industry, what they do, their work culture and environment
advertising vacancies by drafting and placing adverts in a range of media, such as newspapers, websites and magazines
using social media to advertise positions, attract candidates and build relationships
headhunting – identifying and approaching suitable candidates who may already be in work
using candidate databases to match the right person to the client’s vacancy
receiving and reviewing applications, managing interviews and tests and creating a shortlist of candidates for the client
requesting references and checking the suitability of applicants before submitting their details to the client
briefing the candidate about the responsibilities, salary and benefits of the job
preparing CVs and correspondence to forward to clients regarding suitable applicants
organising interviews for candidates as requested by the client
informing candidates about the results of interviews
negotiating pay and salary rates and finalising arrangements between clients and candidates
offering advice to both clients and candidates on pay rates, training and career progression
working towards and exceeding targets that may relate to the number of candidates placed, a value to be billed to clients or business leads generated
reviewing recruitment policies to ensure effectiveness of selection techniques and recruitment programmes.

Skills

You’ll need to show evidence of the following:

excellent interpersonal and communication skills
sales and negotiation skills
a goal-orientated approach to work
the ability to handle multiple priorities
problem-solving ability
the ability to meet deadlines and targets
ambition and the determination to succeed
tenacity
confidence and self-motivation
time management and organisational skills
team-working skills
creativity.

You must also enjoy working in a high-pressure environment and the responsibility that comes with it.

Work experience

Experience in sales, marketing or any customer-oriented role is useful for starting a career in the recruitment industry. Active membership of student societies also shows that you have the necessary communication skills to succeed.

Recruitment consultancies often accept applications from those without recruitment industry experience, as long as they demonstrate the right combination of skills and personal qualities.

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October 28, 2024
Dairy Specialist

PAD is a small, but fast-growing global non-profit that uses tech, data science and behavioral economics to provide targeted information to farmers in developing countries. Providing the right information to the right people, in the right way and at the right time, increases incomes, protects the environment and improves well-being. We are evidence-based: we test our interventions with randomised control trials to prove our impact and cost effectiveness, to simultaneously learn from and improve our service, and also to demonstrate our value to funders and partners. There are few programs in international development that are as demonstrably cost-effective as ours. We currently work in eight countries in Africa and Asia, and we are expanding as more governments and organizations look for innovative ways to use new technologies to get information to people across the developing world.
PAD is exploring partnerships with established dairy cooperatives in Kenya to design and test a digital advisory platform on topics including nutrition, feed and fodder, disease management, hygiene, and artificial insemination. Milk productivity among smallholder farmers is significantly below the world average, and the dairy sector in developing countries is generally underserved by digital and traditional extension systems, and ‘best practices’ in dairy farming vary along a range of dimensions including climate, breed, etc. In designing the platform, PAD would build on the success of MoA-INFO, a two-way SMS service developed in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture, which currently serves approximately 370,000 crop farmers across Kenya. Like MoA-INFO, the dairy advisory platform would reach farmers through a combination of push messages, menu-based content, and decision support tools. PAD will measure the impact of this service using a combination of platform engagement data, phone surveys, and administrative data from partner dairies.
Responsibilities
The Kenya Dairy Specialist will be responsible for the following main tasks:
Provide overall expertise and information to the PAD team in Kenya on all aspects of dairy farming, including (but not limited to) feeding & nutrition, artificial insemination & breeding, hygiene & cleanliness, and disease prevention & management;
Develop, refine, and revise dairy-related content for mobile information campaigns implemented by PAD or by PAD’s partners (including Governments, NGOs, etc.);
Gather and compile scientific evidence on dairy farming to better inform the design of mobile interventions in Kenya;
Manage relationships with dairies in partnership with other PAD team members;
Design survey instruments to collect relevant information about farmer behavior change;
Qualifications and experience
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or Master’s degree in Animal Sciences, Livestock Production System, or a closely-related field
Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Fluency in English and demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills
Strong experience in agricultural extension work and farmer-facing trainings
3-4 years’ experience working with smallholder production systems in the tropics/subtropics
Strong interest in and commitment to PAD’s mission to leverage technology to improve the lives of the poor at scale
Ability to work under time pressure, solve problems creatively and work in an interdisciplinary environment
Willingness to travel to project sites and conduct field work.
Experience working on agricultural programs and developing content.
Previous work experience in developing countries
Position details
Full time
Start date: As soon as possible
Three-month contract term, with possibility for extension
Location: Nairobi or Nyahururu, Kenya (may temporarily work-from-home due to the current COVID-19 pandemic)
Compensation: Commensurate with experience

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October 28, 2024
Research Associate Research and Operations Manager

Job Details

We are looking for a driven, creative and independent person to join a high-performing, flexible team as a Research Associate to support PAD’s existing operations in Kenya. You will work in a non-hierarchical team and have opportunities to work closely with PAD and affiliated researchers and substantially contribute to PAD’s programs that test new ideas, measure their impacts, and scale them up.
Kenyan and East African citizens are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
The Research Associate will be responsible to provide ongoing support to PAD’s research activities in Kenya. The Research Associate will report to the Kenya Research and Operations Manager and will work with the Director of Research and relevant Research Affiliates. The position will be located at PAD’s office in Nairobi, Kenya (alternatively, it is also possible for the position to be based at PAD’s office in Kakamega, in Western Kenya), and will temporarily be a work-from-home position due to the current COVID-19 pandemic.

PAD is a start-up organization and will require flexibility from all staff with regards to roles and responsibilities.

The Research Associate will be responsible for the following main tasks:
Supervise the implementation of field operations and research activities;
Support and manage the development of digital platforms to disseminate information to smallholder farmers via their mobile phones;
Monitor and analyze usage of the SMS and IVR services;
Hire, train, and supervise data collection staff;
Supervise data management activities, clean and analyze data;
Work with PAD team to ensure that all projects and operations adhere to policies, protocols, and timelines;
Develop and update project documentation regularly;
Assist in managing partner relations and working with external stakeholders for implementation of field operations
Qualifications
Required Qualifications and Experience:
A bachelor’s degree in economics, agricultural economics, public policy, statistics, or a closely related field.
Fluency in English. Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.
Management and organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to work independently and be supervised remotely.
1-2 years’ work experience running or managing research projects.
Knowledge of Stata or R or similar software for data analysis.
Ability to work under time pressure and solve problems in the field.
Willingness to travel up to 30% to project areas nationally.
Good understanding of economics and familiarity with randomized evaluations.
Desired Qualifications and Experience: Our preferred candidates are likely to have some, but not all, of the following qualifications:
Master’s degree in economics, agricultural economics, public policy, statistics, or a closely related field.
Proficient in using SurveyCTO or a similar program for survey design.
Experience working on randomized evaluations.
Experience working on agricultural programs.
Experience managing teams and working in groups.
Previous work experience in Kenya or other East African countries.
Position details
Full time
Start date: As soon as possible
Location: Nairobi, Kenya (temporarily work-from-home due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, until it is safe to work from PAD’s office)
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
Work authorization: This position is contingent upon the candidate being able to get work authorization in Kenya.
To apply, please visit the PAD website and use the online application form. The job position will be reviewed on a rolling basis and open until the position is filled.
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October 28, 2024
October 26, 2024
East Africa Agronomist

We are looking for a driven, creative and independent person to join a high-performing, flexible team as an East Africa Agronomist. You will support PAD agronomy operations and scale-up activities in Kenya and East Africa by strengthening PAD agronomy expertise and by developing the content of PAD mobile information campaigns.
Responsibilities
The East Africa Agronomist will be responsible for the following main tasks:

Provide overall agronomy expertise and information to the PAD teams in Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, Zambia, and any new East African countries where PAD may expand to;
Develop, refine and revise agronomic content of mobile information campaigns implemented by PAD or by PAD’s partners (including Governments, NGOs, etc.);
Gather and compile scientific evidence on key agriculture topics to better inform the design of mobile interventions in PAD countries in East Africa;
Support on-going projects in Kenya (MoA-INFO SMS platform, One Acre Fund projects), in Rwanda (One Acre Fund projects), Uganda (UCAT project), and Zambia;;
Support any new projects that may require agronomic expertise in East Africa;
Support and supervise PAD Agronomy Associate in Kenya as well as other (junior) agronomist staff within the team, including interns;
Provide support in managing relationships with existing partners across multiple projects; and
Support partnership development activities by identifying and meeting potential partner organizations in East Africa.

Qualifications and experience

Master’s degree in Agricultural Sciences, Agronomy or a closely related field
Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Fluency in English. Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong experience in agricultural extension work and farmer-facing trainings
3-4 years’ experience working with smallholder production systems in the tropics/subtropics
Strong interest in and commitment to PAD’s mission to leverage technology to improve the lives of the poor at scale
Ability to work under time pressure, solve problems creatively and work in inter-disciplinary environment
Willingness to travel to project sites and conduct field work.
Experience working on agricultural programs and developing content.
Previous work experience in developing countries.

Position details

Full time
Start date: January 2020
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Compensation: Commensurate with experience

To apply, please visit the PAD website and use the online application form. The job position will be reviewed on a rolling basis and open until the position is filled.

October 26, 2024