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  • Local Capacity Builder – Dairy Intensification Junior Consultant – Corporate Governance & Financial Management Training Coordinator – Consultant Junior Consultant – Monitoring and Evaluation

    Local Capacity Builder – Dairy Intensification Junior Consultant – Corporate Governance & Financial Management Training Coordinator – Consultant Junior Consultant – Monitoring and Evaluation

    Livestock Intensification and Integrated livestock projects-components of ISLA Project
    The Initiative for Sustainable Landscapes (ISLA) Kenya is a partnership set up by IDH in 2015 in response to deforestation and forest degradation in the South West Mau Forest block in western Kenya. ISLA aims to conserve 60,000 hectares of the forest by 2030. The partnership is built on the interest of tea and other companies to conserve the forest for its microclimate and of the Kenyan government to improve livelihoods of communities.
    The South West Mau is the largest of 22 blocks of the Mau Forests Complex (MFC). The MFC covers over 400,000 hectares and is critical for Kenya and parts of East Africa. More than 10 million people depend on its rivers. The forest also influences the region’s microclimate such as rainfall patterns, creating ideal conditions to produce crops such as tea. Furthermore, the area is one of Kenya’s main water towers and much of its hydroelectric power is generated here.
    In recent decades, more than 25% of the forest has either been cut down or degraded, putting tea production, other sectors and community livelihoods at risk. This is caused by growing populations, unsustainable livestock grazing, charcoal burning and timber extraction from the forest.
    In response, IDH created a strong coalition of the Nakuru, Kericho and Bomet national government agencies; tea, energy, telecommunications and timber companies; and civil society made up of NGOs and community groups, implementing partners and knowledge institutions to work together across the landscape. Together, we developed an integrated action plan for holistic landscape management in the South West Mau Forest across four key themes: forest conservation, water conservation, sustainable energy with livelihoods as an important cross-cutting theme. The focus of ISLA Kenya is on the northeast boundary of the forest, where threats are highest. Based on baseline and feasibility studies done by IDH, it was clear that overstocking (of livestock) in the forest is a key threat.

    Job Description

    The project seeks to fill the position of;
    Local capacity Builder-Dairy Intensification (1 position)
    Roles and responsibilities

    Facilitating and supporting activities to enhance efficiency of raw milk collection system/process.
    Facilitating training for farmers based on agreed curriculum
    Identifying, training and coaching Service provider Enterprises (SPEs) and farmer trainers.
    Supporting design and roll out of an (environmentally sustainable) T&E program.
    Supporting the Training coordinator in identification, selection and establishment of model farms.
    Facilitating linkages with private input suppliers and service providers.
    Facilitating farmer learning and knowledge development through field days and exchange visits.
    Facilitating farmer learning and knowledge development on fodder planning.
    Support to farmer groups with Feed & Fodder training programs and design and implementation of demonstrations for fodder establishment & preservation.
    Facilitating linkages with Feed & Fodder suppliers for quality seeds and quality feeds.
    Supporting the farmer groups with linkages for feed/fodder.
    Perform any other task (s) that may be assigned by the Project team Leader from time to time.

    Qualifications

    Expected Profile of Candidate(s);

    Minimum BSC degree in animal science or related field
    At least 2 years Technical experience in dairy management
    Extensive work experience in a multicultural environment
    Good communication, negotiation, public speaking, interpersonal and organization skills
    Good computer skills

    Additional Information

    Contract duration: 1 year 

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  • Country Operations Officer

    Country Operations Officer

    BackgroundIn Kenya, SNV is implementing several exciting projects in various counties. The projects are offered administrative and logistical support centrally by the Operations Office which is located in Nairobi. A lot of activities are implemented from field offices in Eldoret, Nanyuki and Kakuma. The Operations Office is committed to implementing and maintaining the highest standards of efficiency and integrity in the operations functions.The overriding objective for all administration and logistics operations is the prompt and effective provision of support services to SNV Kenya.Job DescriptionReporting to the Country Finance and Support Services Manager, The Operations Officer will provide logistical and administrative support to the project and non-project teams within the SNV Kenya program at all times: The support role of the Officer will therefore be program focused, but not limited to one particular project or office. S/he will also be expected to provide administrative and logistical support to other new projects and/or locations where/when the program is expanding on a need basis and as requested by the supervisor. The Country Operations Officer will be based in Nairobi, directly ensuring administrative and logistical support pertaining to the country office, which includes office management, ICT and security services and supervises administrative Support Officers responsible for field offices.The successful Operations Officer will have the ability to maintain high integrity in performing assigned responsibilities and ensure smooth process flow. S/he will have the ability to work with diverse teams, think on his/her feet and solve problems while maintaining a balance between program implementation and compliance with SNV Kenya and donor policies. S/he will be an experienced master coordinator.Responsibilities Logistics and travel:

    Supervising drivers located at the Nairobi Office directly;
    Coordinating logistics and travel for visitors and staff;
    Managing SNV Kenya’s vehicles, ensuring that all are safe and road-worthy, have proper on-board vehicle documentation, and separate vehicle files;
    Scheduling vehicle use to meet programmatic and operational needs by maintaining vehicle daily movement board;
    Overseeing and ensuring proper use of the vehicles by overseeing fuel consumption, purchase and tracking including coordination with filling station(s);
    Ensuring that records, including maintenance, repairs and mileage overviews, are kept for all the cars and ensure that vehicle log books are maintained;
    Organizing regular service schedules for vehicles, maintaining service schedule files and ensuring major repairs are done in a timely manner;
    Collecting Vehicle Service Requests from driver(s) and submitting for approval;
    Ensuring that security incident reports are completed and filed (if related to vehicles);

    Office And Accommodation Management

    Manage stock of office supplies, office equipment and furniture;
    Allocating SNV owned laptops, mobile phones, data modems etc including maintaining an up-to-date register;
    Ensuring that logistics staff track renewal of insurance and licenses for SNV-owned vehicles and instigate the procedure for getting documents renewed in a timely manner;
    Maintaining office and equipment to ensure a safe and clean working environment;
    Managing annual service contracts, rental agreements for international assignment staff and offices and insurances.

    Safety And Security

    Ensure safety and security standards are in place on all SNV premises;
    Ensure quality and quantity of fire marshals and first aiders;
    Organize safety and security drills periodically;
    Coordinate safety and security committee.

    Ensuring provision of outsourced IT services that meets staff needs and requirements Protocol affairs

    Ensuring that government related documents/requirements like permits and licenses are obtained timely.

    Accountability

    Reports Directly To: Country Finance and Support Services Manager (CFSSM).
    Works Directly With: The Project teams, Finance team and Operations team

    Supervisory ResponsibilityDrivers in Nairobi (Directly), Support Officers responsible for other SNV Offices, Outsourced service providers.Qualifications

    A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or a related discipline.
    Professional qualification and certification in Office Management or Procurement and Supply Chain from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
    4 – 5 years relevant experience in operational coordination and support functions with an international non-governmental organisation.
    Demonstrated hands on application of and support on procurement process and procedures.
    Excellent negotiation, representation, skills and the ability to work comfortably with an ethnically diverse staff.
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to multitask, follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
    Willingness to learn SNVs systems and procedures.
    Ability and willingness to travel to field locations and operate comfortably in these areas.
    Experience with SAP will be an advantage.

    Additional Information Contract duration : 1 year with possibility of extension. Expected start date : January 2020.

  • Sector Leader, Agriculture (Re-advertisement)

    Sector Leader, Agriculture (Re-advertisement)

    Job Description

    To deliver on this role, you will be a highly qualified, entrepreneurial, result oriented team leader who can operate at the strategic level and steer SNV Kenya sector development and quality of practice at country level, in line with SNV’s global strategy. You will report to the Country Director and work in close collaboration with other sector leaders (Energy and WASH), Human Resource Manager and Finance Manager. You will sit in the Country Management Team (CMT) that steers the country strategy as the responsible champion of agriculture sector. In addition, you will work in consultation with the Managing Director Agriculture, Global Sector Coordinators.
    You will be based in Nairobi, with frequent travel to project sites, to attend regional forums and events, and to engage with donors and partners.  You will lead a team of Project Managers and national/international consultants. You will dedicate up to 50% of your focus to New Business (Project pipeline) Development (Resource Mobilization).
    Responsibilities

    Strategic Leadership: provide strategic direction to the Sector in terms of content and leadership to optimize development results and resource mobilization;
    Business Development: identify opportunities to mobilize financial resources for the Sector in Kenya and Burundi, develop proposals and secure funding for agriculture projects. This includes both traditional grant funding, as well as emerging opportunities in private sector, climate finance and impact investment financing; 
    Programme Management: manage a proportion of projects directly as you oversee the delivery of effective development results, planning and monitoring, financial management, and donor reporting of all projects in the Sector; 
    People Management: lead, manage, and coach the team of SNV project managers, advisors, and local and international consultants; 
    Monitoring & Evaluation: ensure uniform understanding and practices in planning, reporting, monitoring, and evaluation of agriculture projects in line with SNV’s internal frameworks and donor/customer requirements; 
    Representation & Promotion: develop and maintain relationships with national and international stakeholders (donors, government of Kenya and Burundi, civil society/NGOs and private sector) to improve SNV’s market position and actively participate in external and internal networks;
    Evidence Based Advocacy: Utilizing evidence from SNV project case studies to influence improved enabling policy environment for an inclusive market driven agriculture sector, at county and national level.
    Facilitate learning, documentation and evidence-based knowledge development and sharing in collaboration with SNV’s global team and partners;
    Contribute to SNV Kenya’s management as a member of the Country Management Team.

    Qualifications

    Education: Master’s Degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Agroforestry, Business Administration, International Trade or other relevant field.
     
    Experience and Skills:

    Minimum 10 years of professional work experience, including international experience as consultant/advisor for private and/or development organization on programmatic business development, preferably in Africa;
    Proven track record in resource mobilization and/or programmatic business development;
    Proven track record of working with markets systems approaches in agriculture sector
    Strong emphasis with policy advocacy and proven experience in working with civil society organizations;
    Experienced networker and relationship manager, especially with donors and partners;
    Experience in (leading) proposal writing and preparation of project documents;
    Experience in analyzing/implementing value chain approaches in the Agriculture Sector;
    Experience in leading, managing and coaching a team of project managers or advisers;
    Proven project management experience to support sector leadership;
    Proven capacity in linking local productive initiatives with international best practices.

     
    Other Requirements:

    Strong negotiation skills, leadership, team spirit and results orientation
    Entrepreneurial skills and attitude, initiative taking, networking
    Client – and team-oriented attitude
    Creative, communicative and proactive personality
    Excellent communication skills and writing skills in English
    Strong computer skills

    Additional Information

    Desired start date: as soon as possible.
    Duration of contract: 3 years initial contract
    Working at SNV
    SNV offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, per national standards. We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Advisors benefit from and contribute to an internal global network of agriculture experts.

  • Energy Advisor Project Manager WASH Advisor Access to Finance Advisor Agriculture Advisor

    Energy Advisor Project Manager WASH Advisor Access to Finance Advisor Agriculture Advisor

    Job DescriptionThe Position
    SNV Kenya is seeking a qualified and result oriented professional to fill the post of “Energy Advisor”. Reporting to the Project Manager, the Advisor will be responsible for identifying and supporting sustainable and profitable energy enterprises in solar, improved cook stoves and fuels. In addition, the advisor will engage a BD approach to raise awareness in regard to alternative fuels to displace firewood use and coordinate alternative fuel processing innovations.ResponsibilitiesSpecific activities and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    Ensuring supply and value chain analyses across several energy access segments in refugee settings;
    Raising awareness campaigns with local population on health and environmental effects of traditional energy solutions;
    Offering Business Development Services support to distributors interested to access/penetrate new locations as a market;
    Contributing to analysis, knowledge and solution development around energy themes of the project and especially up-scaling, sustainability and inclusion of women and youth;
    Liaising, coordinating, and garnering support from stakeholders (central or local government, other financial service providers, projects, etc);
    Contributing to project’s Management for Results Framework and system (including evaluation and reporting), in close collaboration with the PM as the M&E responsible officer;
    Working in close coordination with the rest of the team and undertaking additional assignments as requested by the team leader;

    QualificationsCandidate profile

    Degree in a business related course (economics, business or entrepreneurship). A Master degree will be an added advantage;
    7 years’ experience in enterprise development, (special focus on refugee settings and/or supply chains will be an asset);
    Proven record of accomplishment in capacity building of micro and medium size enterprises development and insight into problems and constraints in stimulating entrepreneurship more so in the rural areas;
    Skills in training/facilitation of development processes including organization and mobilization of communities;
    Experience in networking, alliance building and facilitation of multi-stakeholder processes;
    Knowledge of approaches dealing with gender, social inclusion and empowerment principles.

    Other Requirements

    Strong intercultural skills, excellent networking skills and high level learning skills;
    Ability to work independently in various environments and geographic settings;
    Strong commitment, passion and positive attitude to work;
    Strong communication and writing skills;
    Proficiency in MS-Office and other computer applications;
    Good interpersonal skills;
    Ability to work in a team and be self-motivated;

    Additional Information
    Desired start date: as soon as possible.Duration Of Contract2 years initial contract term with possibility of extension.

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  • Sector Leader, Renewable Energy

    Sector Leader, Renewable Energy

    Job DescriptionSNV Kenya/Burundi is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Sector Leader Energy. As the Sector Leader you will be responsible for the overall quality of programme development and implementation, business development and overall steering of the SNV Kenya and Burundi Energy projects. You will assure quality and visibility of our Energy programmes, ensure gender balance in programme design and implementation, invest in making know-how flow to and from the frontline and position SNV within the Energy sector in Kenya and Burundi. In addition, you will have a project manager role.Responsibilities

    Strategic Leadership: develop the Energy sector strategy of SNV Kenya and Burundi aligned to corporate frameworks;
    Programme Management: deliver effective development results, planning and monitoring, financial management, and donor reporting;
    Business Development: develop proposals and secure funding for innovative Energy programmes;
    External profiling: Present and represent SNV’s (Kenya and Burundi) energy sector at workshops, network events and prepare (social) media publications;
    People management: lead and coach the team of SNV advisors and consultants, monitor and coach staff to increase performance and support the development of local capacity builders;
    Advisory services: lead the implementation of complex assignments according to agreements with donors; set benchmarks for results, and monitor quality of advisory services of the Energy Sector team;
    Communication, representation and positioning: guide knowledge development and develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders to improve SNV’s market position; actively participate in external and internal networks;
    Monitoring & Evaluation: ensure uniform understanding and practice in planning, reporting, monitoring and evaluation of energy programmes in line with SNV’s internal frameworks;
    Team Leader/ Project Manager: Lead a project in addition to Sector Leadership.
    Member of the Country Management Team.

    Qualifications

    Master’s degree in a relevant field;
    Ten (10) years or more of progressively responsible work experience in managing and implementing renewable energy development programmes;
    Proactive, creative and entrepreneurial keenness to explore and develop innovative approaches;
    Experience in coordinating concept and proposal development, strong proposal writer and proven results in Business Development;
    Knowledge and experience of different renewable energy solutions, value chain development, results based financing and private sector development;
    Able to strategically inspire and energize (project) teams operating in the country;
    Excellent networking and presentation skills, ability to engage with donors, governments, the private sector and civil society;
    Readiness to work and frequently travel in rural areas with minimal amenities;
    Excellent communication and reporting skills in English are required.

    Additional InformationDesired start date: as soon as possible.Duration of contract: 3 years initial contract term. National Contract (Eligible non-Kenyan nationals can also apply)

  • Climate Smart Innovations Advisor

    Climate Smart Innovations Advisor

    Programme Overview
    The climate change projections for East Africa and Kenya in particular shows increasing temperatures and more frequent climate shocks (droughts and floods). This, coupled with the expected exponential increase in human population estimated to increase to 95 million by 2050, poses a serious threat to Kenya’s future development and attainment of Kenya Vision 2030 and the Government’s Big Four agenda especially on Food Security, Increased Manufacturing and Affordable Healthcare.
    The use of climate smart agricultural innovations and technologies to adapt to or mitigate against effects of climate change is often limited to a small group of farmers –mainly large scale farmers. Thus knowledge dissemination to small scale farmers for implementation at farm level and climate proofing agricultural value chains will be critical.
    The Climate Smart Agriculture – East Africa (CSA-EA) Programme is a 5-year, €39 million project being implemented in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. The project uses an Inclusive Business development approach to support the international and Dutch efforts on climate change and sustainable production in arable farming. The programme will work with and through the private sector and supports public sector partners in creating an institutional environment for wide-scale adoption of CSA-practices, including more efficient use of water and (renewable) energy sources. It is driven by 3 pillars: i) adoption of CSA practices & technologies in arable crop production farming systems; ii) acceleration of investments and business growth in selected value chains; iii) improved enabling environment for scaling out of CSA. Interventions are centred on business cases which are derived from a thorough climate risk assessment and financial analysis of value chains in pulses, oilseeds, potatoes and grains. A climate-smart business case matching grant facility aims to further improve access to finance and facilitate scaling. The programme is implemented by a consortium consisting of SNV, Wageningen University & Research (WUR), the CGIAR research programme on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS), Agriterra and Rabobank, and is financed by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs (DGIS). 

    Job Description

    The Climate Smart Innovations Advisor will be responsible for guiding adoption of climate smart technologies and innovations by farmers, cooperatives and SME’s. S/he will advise on specific climate smart interventions and extension systems at the farm level and in the business cases, and in the matching grants for innovation pilots and scaling.  S/he will coordinate with the CSA –EA partners to contribute to cost/benefit analysis which will underpin the investments for effective climate resilient production systems. Support will be provided to SMEs and farmer groups/cooperatives on the most appropriate climate integration strategies, which enhances productivity and income of producers/agribusiness. The incumbent will contribute to the joint learning of smallholder producers and SME adoption of climate smart agriculture. S/he will coordinate, manage and supervise local extension providers in the business cases and pilot result based performance contracts. S/he will support technical expert missions to strengthen farmer organizations/cooperatives and SMEs in arable crop farming and management.
    Responsibilities

    Work with CSA partners and smallholder farmers to incorporate climate smart irrigation technologies and innovations at farm level and along the selected value chains
    Contribute to climate risk assessments of prioritized commodities (pulses, oilseed, potatoes and cereals)
    Support CSA implementation through a contextual analysis, analyzing the barriers for uptake of climate smart agricultural best practices and innovative irrigation practices, and formulate recommendations for smallholder farmers, SMEs, financial institution and governments
    Develop and implement tailored CSA training and coaching programmes for small holder farmers (including women and youth), extension services providers (public, private, NGOs etc.), farmer cooperatives on climate-proofing agricultural production systems for selected value chains.
    Support SMEs in the promotion, market uptake and scaling of evidence-based climate smart technologies and innovations, integrating renewable energy and energy efficiency solutions along the chains
    Support in the development of business cases especially inclusion of inclusive and innovative water and energy efficient technologies
    In collaboration with agronomist organize and support in testing (demo plots ) of profitable  and scalable climate smart innovation with smallholder farmers and agro-enterprises
    Facilitate and/or contribute to development of strategic partnership and collaboration  in the areas of climate-smart agriculture    

    Qualifications

    A Master or B.sc degree in relevant academic qualification: Water resource management, Irrigation, Climate smart agriculture, Environmental sciences
    Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience working with or in small holder irrigation , conservation agriculture , agribusiness,  preferably in the arable crops
    Experience working with smallholder farmers, farmer groups and cooperatives in capacity building, value addition, agribusiness finance and marketing of agri-produce.
    Ability and demonstrated experience of designing water and energy efficient innovative small holder irrigation technologies at farm level
    Demonstrated ability to manage and/or evaluate climate change adaptation and resilience activities with focus on agriculture production
    Technical expertise in qualitative or quantitative methodologies, data collection and analysis.
    Excellent communication (written and oral), reporting and presentation skills;
    Flexible to take on additional responsibilities as assigned/delegated;
    Willingness to travel to all project locations;
    Excellent organizing, negotiation, influencing and advisory/coaching skills.

    Additional Information

    This is a full-time national position with the successful candidate being contracted on a 3-year basis with the possibility of renewal. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes a competitive secondary benefit package.

  • Value Chain Expert/advisor – Dairy

    Value Chain Expert/advisor – Dairy

    Job Description

    Background
    SNV Kenya is bidding within a consortium to deliver advisory epertise within an upcoming dairy project that aims to improve the incomes of smallholder dairy farmers in a number of counties in Western Kenya by ensuring that dairy value chain in the target counties:

    Increases average income for farmers from the sales of specific products in the promoted value chain
    Increases employment
    Increases productivity of small-scale farms

    The Position
    SNV is recruiting a long-term national expert in either cooperative development or dairy farming. The expert will work under the projects team leader/project manager to assist the project manager in achieving project outcome and output as listed above; implement the support strategy of the dairy value chain component: either in cooperative development or/and agricultural extension or/and training in dairy farming or/and commercial fodder production and ensure close coordination with team leader of this project within SNV and other programme manager(s) within the consortium.
    Responsibilities

    Achieving project outcome and output
    Management of team of short term consultants
    Close coordination with programme manager with respect to development and implementation of dairy value chain support strategy
    Ensuring implementation of result oriented monitoring and evaluation system
    Being in charge of technical implementation of support measures of at least one of the following technical areas: agricultural extension or cooperative development or commercial fodder production
    Participation in the international dairy working group of the Project as agreed with the programme manager
    Ensuring the connectivity of the dairy project with established practises by applying Capacity WORKS
    Supporting the team leader in updating and/or adapting the project design on the basis of the five success factors of Capacity WORKS
    Participating in external and internal networks as agreed with Team Leader

    Qualifications

    General qualifications:

    University Degree (at least master degree) in agricultural science, agricultural economics, animal science, cooperative development, agricultural extension
    At least 20 years of working experience in rural development projects either in the area of agricultural extension or/and cooperative development or/and dairy farming

    Specific qualifications:

    Practical knowledge of ATVET approach and excellent training skills
    Excellent knowledge of dairy value chain support activities of government and non-government organisations and donors in Kenya and good networking abilities
    Extraordinary coordination and communication skills
    Fluent (written and spoken) in English

    Additional:

    Client and partner orientation, efficient work practices, interdisciplinary thinking and training experience are mandatory
    Experience of collaboration with GIZ or other donors is an asset

    Additional Information

    Terms of Appointment
    This is a full-time national position with the successful candidate being contracted on a 2-year period.

  • Agribusiness Expert/country Programme Manager Programme Finance Manager

    Agribusiness Expert/country Programme Manager Programme Finance Manager

    Job Description

    Background
    The Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) Programme is a 5-year, € 39 million project being implemented in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. The project uses an inclusive Business Development approach to support the international and Dutch efforts on climate change and sustainable production in arable farming. The programme will work with and through the private sector and supports public sector partners in creating an institutional environment for wide-scale adoption of CSA-practices. It is driven by 3 pillars: i) adoption of CSA practices & technologies in arable crop production farming systems; ii) acceleration of investments and business growth in selected value chains; iii) improved enabling environment for scaling out of CSA. Interventions are centered on business cases which are derived from a thorough climate risk assessment and financial analysis of value chains in pulses, oilseeds, potatoes and grains. A climate smart business case matching grant facility aims to further improve access to finance and facilitate scaling. The programme is implemented by a consortium consisting of SNV, Wageningen University & Research (WUR), the CGIAR research programme on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS), Agriterra and Rabobank, and is financed by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs (DGIS).

    Job Description

    The Agribusiness Expert / Country Programme Manager has the responsibility of the development and implementation of business cases whereby climate smart agriculture interventions are integrated into the value chain from an agronomic, financial and inclusion perspective. Prioritised value chain commodities are pulses, oilseed and grains. The Agribusiness expert will identify and support business cases for the co-investment fund and broker access to finance and investment of the businesses. S/he will coordinate and work with financial institutional partners to scale climate smart investments. The agribusiness expert / country programme manager will take on delegated responsibility of in-country programme management from the overall programme manager.
    Key Responsibilities

    Coordinate and contribute to value chains and climate risk assessments of prioritised commodities (pulses, oilseed, potatoes and grains);
    Identify business cases for the co-investment fund;
    Support agribusinesses to develop the business cases;
    Establish appraisal criteria for the co-investment fund, design milestone based payment scheme and contribute to the assessment of the business cases;
    Coordinate with the fund manager the planning and disbursement of grant funds;
    Support the implementation and roll-out of business cases;
    Broker access to finance and investments between SME’s and financial institutions;
    Monitor and report the performance of the business cases as per the set milestones;
    Advise financial institutions on climate smart business investments to leverage climate finance money;
    Set-up of coaching programs on agribusiness management for female entrepreneurs and youth;
    Support agribusiness platforms to promote, advise and jointly agree on climate proofing value chains, policy recommendations and climate smart investments;
    Manage the in-country programme in all aspects of project management: budgets, human resource, activities and reporting;
    Oversee and support country programme implementation and report to the programme manager.

    Qualifications

    A relevant academic qualification: Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics or Business Administration;
    Minimum of ten (10) years of experience of working with or in Agribusiness, preferably in the prioritised commodities (pulses, oilseed, potatoes and grains);
    Knowledge of the prioritized commodities preferably at global level and in East Africa;
    Experience in value chain development and agribusiness finance, preferable experience with climate finance;
    Ability and demonstrated experience of designing  and appraising business cases;
    Experience in female and youth entrepreneurship programs;
    Strong agribusiness relationship management experience and focus with the ability to stimulate trust and confidence with clients and investors including managing various stakeholders;
    Understanding of climate change risk management and inclusion of smallholder producers into the supply chain;
    Excellent communication (written and oral), reporting and presentation skills;
    Proven experience in managing projects: Financial, Personnel and Operations;
    Flexible approach to take on additional responsibilities as assigned/delegated;
    Willingness to travel to all project locations;
    Excellent organising, negotiation, influencing and advisory/coaching skills.

    Additional Information

    This is a full-time national role with the successful candidate being contracted on a 3-year basis with the possibility of renewal. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes a competitive secondary benefit package.

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  • Agri-Finance And Business Case Development Advisor Senior Officer (Clean Cooking Solutions for Households) Project Manager Senior Officer (Off-Grid Solar)

    Agri-Finance And Business Case Development Advisor Senior Officer (Clean Cooking Solutions for Households) Project Manager Senior Officer (Off-Grid Solar)

    Job Description

    Programme Overview
    HortIMPACT is a program financed by the Netherlands Embassy in Kenya that started in January 2015 and will last till end of 2019, and is implemented by a consortium of SNV, HIVOS, Solidaridad and Delphy. The programme is addressing the following three critical issues in the Kenya horticulture sector: 1) farmers inclusion in market oriented supply chains, 2) food safety and integrated crop protection, and 3) food losses in supply chains.
    The focus of the programme is on small and medium sized, entrepreneurial farmers and also closely cooperates with Dutch and Kenyan entreprises and makes use of their advanced technologies, products and market linkages in so-called business cases. Simultaneously HortIMPACT addresses policy and market related, systemic issues at farm, industry and government level, supported by results from innovative and market oriented business cases.
    Together with a company called Dodore, SNV HortIMPACT has been awarded a new project to roll out a new mobile financial application called Agri-wallet. Agri-wallet has been developed by Dodore and provides farmers with the opportunity to save for inputs that they can purchase at local agro-vets and other input suppliers. Furthermore, the Agri-wallet also has an overdraft component through which farmers are able to acquire loans.
    Position Summary
    Reporting to the HortIMPACT team leader, the agri-finance and business case development advisor will have sufficient experience, skills and flexibility to contribute to the development and scaling of business cases with an agri-finance bias. Specifically, s/he will have the following responsibilities:
    Responsibilities

    Take lead in coordination and implementation of assigned HortIMPACT business cases in which the use of Agri-wallet by farmers, input suppliers, and buyers is or will be integrated. This will involve amongst others: business planning, coordination, monitoring, and reporting.
    Build capacities with business case companies, farmers, and producer organisations, provide technical advice, and manage (quality of) service providers.
    Work closely with the other HortIMPACT team members and act as main contact person to Dodore.
    Ensure business viability and supply coordination and facilitate/give backstopping where required.
    Liaise, coordinate, and garner support from stakeholders (central or local government, other financial service providers, projects, etc).
    Contribute to analysis, knowledge and solution development around the three hortIMPACT themes and the other HortIMPACT business cases where required, and especially up-scaling, sustainability and inclusion of women and youth.
    Contribute to hortIMPACT’s Management for Results Framework and system (including evaluation and reportin), in close collaboration with the M&E support officer.
    Advise and conduct market research; analyze information and disseminate to stakeholders.
    Work in close coordination with the rest of the team and undertake additional assignments as requested by the team leader.

    Qualifications

    Candidate profile

    At least a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Agri-business, Finance, or a related field;
    Over 3 years of relevant work experience in fields relevant and related to this scope of work.
    Proven experience in agricultural marketing, financial services, private sector engagement, and business management.
    Experience in facilitating access to finance in the agriculture sector, linking farmers to markets; credit and other service providers.
    Proven ability to develop and maintain a network in the area of agriculture finance provision, and with private sector, national & county governments, and other stakeholders.
    Management, leadership, and interpersonal skills required.
    Result oriented and problem solving capacity
    Prepared to travel widely and undertake substantial fieldwork.
    Excellent writing and oral communication skills and capacity to facilitate dialogue across multiple stakeholders.
    Experience in inclusive finance (youth and women) will be an advantage.

    Additional Information

    Contract Duration:
    Initially 1 year from May 2018 (With possibility of extension)
    Desired start date:
    7th May 2018

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  • Horticulture Business Case Development & Implementation Advisor Junior Project Administrator

    Horticulture Business Case Development & Implementation Advisor Junior Project Administrator

    Programme Overview
    HortIMPACT (2015-2019) is a programme financed by the Dutch Embassy in Kenya that builds on the lessons learnt and up-scales the experiences of the ‘Kenya Horticulture and Food Security Programme’. The programme closely cooperates with Dutch and Kenyan entrepreneurs and makes use of their advanced technologies, products and market linkages in so-called business cases: the focus of the programme is on small and medium sized, entrepreneurial farmers. Simultaneously HortIMPACT addresses policy and market related, systemic issues at farm, industry and government level, supported by results from innovative and market oriented business cases. HortIMPACT is addressing the following three critical issues in the Kenya horticulture sector:
    Farmers’ inclusion in market oriented supply chains,
    Food safety and integrated crop protection, and
    Food losses in supply chains.
    Job Description
    Responsibilities

    Take initiative in identification and development of new business cases and take lead in coordination and implementation of assigned hortIMPACT business cases: business planning, coordination, monitoring and reporting.
    Build capacities of and promote and manage linkages between business case companies,farmers, producer organisations, technical and financial service providers, etc.
    Ensure market-driven business viability, sustainability and coordination and advise, facilitate and backstop where required.
    Ensure the three themes of reduction in food losses, food safety and inclusion are strongly imbedded and addressed in the BCs, including balancing benefits (gender equity and inclusion of youth).
    Liaise, coordinate and garner support from stakeholders (central or local government, other projects, etc) and extend the network of the programme in the sector
    Contribute to analysis, knowledge and solution development around the three hortIMPACTthemes and beyond.
    Contribute to the other hortIMPACT business cases where required and to up-scalingactivities of hortIMPACT.
    Manage and control quality of service providers.
    Contribute to hortIMPACT’s Management for Results Framework and system, working closelywith the M&E support officer to undertake monitoring and evaluation on all business cases and other assigned activities.
    Responsible for the preparation of activity reports and contributing to SNV knowledgedevelopment agenda.
    Work with team members to organise hortIMPACT conference and stakeholder forums.

    Qualifications

    At least a Bachelors’ Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Agriculture or related field
    Over 3 years of relevant work experience in fields relevant and related to this scope of work.
    Proven experience in agricultural market system development, private sector engagement, and business management.
    Experience in linking farmers to markets; financial and other service providers.
    Proven networking skills in the sector and ability to maintain relationships with other programs,national & county governments, stakeholders and international agencies.
    Management, leadership, and interpersonal skills required.
    Result oriented and problem solving capacity
    Prepared to travel widely and undertake substantial fieldwork.
    Excellent writing and oral communication skills and capacity to facilitate dialogue across multiple sectors.
    Experience in reduction of food losses, food safety, working with producers, sector organizations and private sector and gender mainstreaming will be an advantage.

    Additional Information
    Contract duration
    The position is offered based on a National contract for a term of 1 year with possible extension.
    Working at SNV

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