Responsibilities
In close working relationship with the agricultural development assistant, support the agricultural development manager in defining the environmental and geo-pedological characteristics for the development of vegetable oil production initiatives (bio feedstock).
Support the analysis of local agricultural contexts in Makueni County and agricultural production systems in rural areas of the
Build the capacity of the local communities to boost and manage their bio feedstock agricultural resources
To develop mutually beneficial partnerships, teamwork and synergy with relevant government departments, NGOs and other institutions involved in agricultural development work in the
Stakeholder relations skills, with particular reference to local
Support other company initiatives (environmental awareness, communications campaigns, local content, etc.) which contribute to agriculture development as
To identify, profile and support farmer cooperatives, Farmer Field Schools and farmer groups in the
To provide information for the company monthly and quarterly reports in the agreed format and according to organizational
To participate actively in monthly and quarterly staff
To participate in routine and annual stakeholder consultations and workshops in furtherance of the work of the
Administer/maintain assigned motorcycle, computer and any other company’s properties assigned to
Any other duties as directed by the line
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Agricultural Sciences, Agriculture and Agribusiness value chains, Environmental Engineering, Natural Sciences or any other relevant field.
Experience in agricultural and agroforestry development projects, analysis of existing supply chains and production potential of agricultural biomass also for industrial
Ability to design and manage large-scale agricultural and agroforestry
Knowledge of agricultural and agro-forestry production systems, with particular reference to contract farming mechanisms and/or agro-industrial
Interpersonal skills, teamworking and management
Candidate needs to have excellent communication and interpersonal
Valid motorcycle license & off-roadmotorcycle driving
Candidate needs to be proficient in Ms Word, Excel and
Understanding of farmer group dynamics and aggregation and marketing strategies
Minimum experience
3 years in a similar role or field
Previous NGO or private sector workexperience in rural development
Bio feed stock and local content
Skills
Farmer participatory approaches
Project planning & implementation
Data collection, entry & analysis
Field level training
Communication (both verbal & written)
Knowledge & practical experience of the farmer field school approach
Negotiating & managing partner relationships
Capacity building in sustainable livelihoods &farmers.
Must be fluent in the local dialect/Language.
Residents with excellent knowledge of Makueni
Must possess a Motorcycle riding
To apply send your CV to: recruit@flexi-personnel.com latest by 10th May 2022. Indicate Field Officer on the email subject for easier retrieval and placement.
Apply via :
recruit@flexi-personnel.com
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