Jobs Kenya

Job Field: Sector in Agriculture / Agro-Allied  , Project Management

  • Senior Director, Global Programs Lead, Thriving Landscapes

    Senior Director, Global Programs Lead, Thriving Landscapes

    POSITION SUMMARY: 

    The Global Programs department will serve as a major programmatic resource hub to guide and support Rainforest Alliance’s implementation of its strategy through global initiatives, regional projects, and partnerships, as well as to draw on for developing external engagements with companies, consumers, donors, and other stakeholders. The department facilitates and ensures consistent programmatic design that brings together the range of programs required to achieve impact and delivers its services in a collaborative and coordinated manner.
    It ensures that each of Rainforest Alliance’s global programmatic programs has the necessary core elements, which include a clear value proposition, operating model and tools, decision-making procedure, revenue model, assurance mechanism, claims framework, etc.; and that they can draw on the required programmatic expertise to underpin each program and inform external relations. It also ensures global programs are complementary to each other, and that there is coordination, consistency, accountability and continuous learning.
    The Senior Director leads global partnerships that enable the Rainforest Alliance to achieve greater impact than by only working alone. The department leads the methodology and processes to ensure the simplified, systematic measurement of the organization’s impact, and leads the tangible activation of the concept of producer centricity.  
    The Senior Director will lead a multi-disciplinary, international team of programmatic subject specialists, internal and external partnership managers, and impact evaluators. They will be a member of the Programs Management team, as well as the Rainforest Alliance departmental heads group and as such will be responsible for ensuring a holistic approach (end2end process) and alignment with our strategy.
    As a leader, the Senior Director will be committed to providing clear direction and to support the teams in driving impact. As we move forward into a more agile Rainforest Alliance, our leaders will be at the forefront of innovating what and how we make that impact as well as how we support our people to grow whilst doing so.
    Everything we do focuses on what serves our producers, and our leaders develop teams who work across and beyond organizational boundaries to deliver excellence to our producers. By defining clear priorities and enabling creative viable solutions to complex problems through robust yet flexible decision-making processes, the Senior Director will contribute to a data-driven and conscientious culture.
    Identifying critical cross-departmental and external alliance growth opportunities as well as having the expertise and communication style to positively influence these successful collaborations is key to the success of this role.

    RESPONSIBILITIES:   

    The Rainforest Alliance’s Core Values are Impact, Change, Collaboration, Openness and Trust and as such they form the basis of the behaviours we demonstrate;
    Proactively lead and support the organization in achieving its 2030 Strategy, promoting speed, scale and simplification in design, implementation and impact creation; 
    Complete organization and effective operating of the new department, in close collaboration with the team leaders of its functional areas and the Chief Program Officer;
    Promote Rainforest Alliance’s initiatives and impacts to stakeholders in a compelling way that resonates with their interests, supporting the organizations’ fundraising efforts;
    Represent Rainforest Alliance at key events, presentations, policy forums and roundtables;
    Ability to use research, findings, impact data, and qualitative sources to make data driven decisions, to guide program design and implementation;
    Cultivate a culture of positive and proactive collaboration, consult widely and inclusively across the organization, clearly demonstrating having taken broad perspectives into consideration, and embed continuous learning and simplification into all aspects of programmatic work;
    Ensure tangible activation of the concept of producer centricity that underpins all of Rainforest Alliance’s work, by defining, designing, and supporting its implementation in collaboration with the regional and other departments, as well as delivering appropriate and efficient tools enabling effective Producer Support Programs in the Rainforest Alliance Landscapes;
    Maintain a continuous assessment of Rainforest Alliance’s global programs and partnerships, ensuring that those existing are tightly integrated and mapped to our strategy, while identifying new opportunities to achieve speed and scale of impact; always ensuring consistency, coordination, accountability and continuous learning between global programs;
    Ensure that the programmatic specialists provide thought leadership and support the design and development of regional projects and global programs that integrate and improving Rainforest Alliance’s offerings and are based on standard methodology in their field;
    Ensure that Rainforest Alliance’s Impact framework is designed and implemented to enable cost-effective measurement of impact that delivers the Enterprise Goals;
    Support the Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning function to interact effectively with other teams for the gathering and dissemination of data to build an organizational wide focus on impact;
    Ensures Appropriate and efficient tools enabling Producer Support Programs in the RA Landscapes
    Participate actively in meetings of the Programs and Departmental heads;
    Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies applicable laws and corporate behavioural framework- responsibilities include hiring; mentoring and evaluating; guiding professional development opportunities; and addressing employee relations issues; and;
    Other duties, as assigned.

    QUALIFICATIONS:   

    Degree in Agriculture, Biology, Social Sciences or related field; master’s degree highly preferred;
    At least 15 years of progressive relevant experience, with at least 10 years developing and driving department level strategy and budgets and leading senior staff in multiple countries;
    At least 10 years of senior-leadership level experience facilitating industry collaboration, strategic alliances, and systems change methodologies improving producer and market value;
    At least 7 years of demonstrable experience in the successful oversight, design and implementation of innovative global programs;
    Extraordinary commitment, energy and a positive attitude;
    Knowledge of sustainable development issues and commitment to Rainforest Alliance’s goals of strengthening livelihoods and securing human rights; conserving forests and other high-value ecosystems; restoring production systems and rural landscapes; and mitigating climate change and building climate resilience;
    Direct experience working with producers (small, medium and large) and/or forest communities;

    Key competencies:

    Transformational leadership, innovation, adaptability, persuasion, critical and reflective thinking, public speaking, resourcefulness, relationship builder based on trust, empathy and openness, and strong organizational skills to lead multiple priorities in a time critical manner; 
    High quality spoken and written English, preferably with knowledge of other languages.

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  • Child Learning & Households Resillience Technical Manager- Karen

    Child Learning & Households Resillience Technical Manager- Karen

    Duties And Responsibilities

    Technical Leadership and Management

    Provide leadership in the management and implementation of the Child Learning and HH resilience Technical Program in the National office
    In collaboration with the finance unit, ensure planning and budgeting, project funding, expenditures and process are aligned and operating smoothly.
    Lead the designing and adaptation of Technical Program
    Lead in the setting-up of the technical standards to be adhered to by all implementing staff and partners
    Approve the technical detailed implementation plans
    Prepare and produce technical program reports for dissemination to various stakeholders
    Review and approve all the technical reports prepared from the field
    Work closely with Strategy &P Program Effectiveness unit to develop practical tools in monitoring and evaluation of the Technical Program
    Develop operating business plan for the technical area in collaboration with the other technical managers and departments
    Ensure that advocacy is integrated in the Technical Program;

    Monitoring, Accountability and Innovation

    To ensure quality programming, innovative designs, monitoring, evaluation, reflection, learning and reporting of all projects in the Technical program
    Promote research, documentation and scaling up of best practices
    Ensure the development of the TP capacity to focus strategically on initiatives which generate high quality programing leading to measurable and sustainable development
    Ensure proper management and stewardship of donor and organizational resources
    Ensure that findings and recommendations from various accountability mechanisms such as Peer Review, Operational and Finance Audits, Program evaluations, Program Capability Review, are acted upon in a timely and effective manner
    Develop departmental risk register, ensure its implementation to mitigate risks and ensure accountability

    Donor Engagement and Fund raising

    In collaboration with RAM, develop and market quality concepts, proposals, partner profiles and capacity statements to increasing funding portfolio for the technical program and related grants
    In coordination with RAM Department develop annual growth plans for the technical program area in line with the NO strategy
    Actively engage in funding negotiations with support offices and coordination with RAM Department and in alignment with Regional Grants Acquisition & Management Strategy & the Regional Working Group Decisions
    Provide advice on donor management (government/private donors and support offices) ensuring proper resolutions
    Provide support to RAM in responding to appropriate request for applications for bilateral and multilateral sources in coordination with relevant SOs and management of grant funded program
    Actively participate in the “Go / No-go” decision making process and ensure that all risks are addressed consistently.

    Collaboration and Advocacy

    In coordination with Program Effective and Impact Director and Support Offices, develop and maintain pro-active relationships with bilateral and multilateral representatives in the country.
    Maintain effective communications and pro-active relationships with Support Office partners, including visits by donors.
    In coordination with the Program Effective and Impact Director, develop and maintain good relationships with national government ministries, other NGOs and the development sector in general.
    In coordination with the Senior Management Team ensure implementation of Partnership initiatives, capacity building of national office staff and knowledge sharing within the NO.
    In coordination with the PE&I Director, and program staff, participate in national level coalitions on specific advocacy issues.
    In the spirit of twin citizenship, contribute to knowledge sharing and collaborative learning through internal avenues such annual reflection forum

    Team Management

    Model a high standard of personal Christian leadership, ministry and integrity through lifestyle and work relationships that support spiritual development of the team.
    In close collaboration with P&C, ensure right program staff are recruited, retained, and provided with intentional opportunities, mentoring and coaching for development.
    Assess and plan for staff capacities/competencies.
    Engage appropriate Subject Matter Experts for identified training gaps
    Facilitate capacity building of staff on technical modules, through trainings, workshops, On the Job Training, technical backstopping etc.
    Staff supervision and guidance to ensure overall quality and comprehensive management of technical program

    Qualifications, Skills And Knowledge

    The position holder should have a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture/food security, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Environment and climate change, Natural resources management or any related field and a Master’s degree in project management, community development, Agriculture, Livelihoods, Environment Agribusiness or related field.
    Minimum of 10 years’ experience with a thorough understanding of all areas of project management cycles in a complex, international development organization especially in development and Relief Projects. 5 years should have been at a managerial level.
    Demonstrated track record in proposal development, funding acquisitions and grant management for major government donors preferred.
    The position holder must be results oriented and team a player.
    Deep knowledge of WVI working systems, policies and standards will be an advantage
    Effective in written and verbal communication in English;
    Excellent project management skills and a good understanding of the project life cycle – PMD Pro;
    Training or certification in Portfolio and/or Program Management with accredited institutions.
    Ability to engage at a strategic level with senior government, UN and INGO officials.
    Ability to lead a multi-cultural team with an empowering and outcome-oriented approach.
    Strong budgetary and financial management skills.
    Proficiency in written and spoken English.
    The person must be results oriented, able to handle public relations, able to satisfy donors
    and a team player.
    Good interpersonal, organizational and management skills.
    Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, stressful environments and physical hardship conditions with limited resources.
    Ability to work on a cross-cultural environment with a multi-national staff.

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    .wd1.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Senior Policy Specialist Finance Associate – VAT

    Senior Policy Specialist Finance Associate – VAT

    Key Roles & Responsibilities:

    Strategic Leadership – Food Systems Policy Influencing:

    With guidance from the Chief of Party (COP), DCOP and Senior Food Systems Manager, provide strategic guidance, leadership, management, and general technical oversight of policy influencing activities in the LFS’s zone of influence.
    Support initial market assessment and strategy development, including serving as the primary liaison for policy and governance short-term technical experts
    Generate innovative ideas, and effectively manage partnerships especially with public sector actors to drive program success at the national level and within the regions.
    Build and implement capacity building interventions and institutional strengthening for national-level private sector organizations to assess, participate in or advocate for enabling policy environments.
    Continuously assess the current state of policy imperatives affecting local food system(s), relevant value chains, and market dynamics and identify new strategic opportunities to expand the impact of the project through policy influence.

    Strategic Leadership – Stakeholder engagement and capacity building:

    Develop and maintain relationships with national and county level public and private sector stakeholders in agriculture and health sectors etc. relevant to the Kenyan food system.
    Work with stakeholders to co-create policy interventions that strengthen the production, processing, distribution, and access components of the regional food systems
    Facilitate public-private dialogue between county governments and private agribusinesses
    Develop, adapt, and oversee implementation of governance self-assessment and participatory tools
    Build capacity of county governments to make productive investments in agriculture and utilize data to drive decision-making;
    Provide ongoing support to government counterparts to implement action plans and evaluate investments; Organize cross-county learning and exposure visits.
    Independently and with the regional implementation teams, to support the development and relationship management of county and inter-county level partnerships
    Facilitate multi-stakeholder coordination, joint planning, and collaborative problem-solving
    Engage with external stakeholders to build essential partnerships, as determined by the COP, DCOP and the Senior Food Systems Manager

    Program Management:

    Support the development (at the technical integration team) and coordination (at the regional team level) and implementation of policy-related activities in the execution of project work plans, and budgets,
    Work closely with the CLA Unit and Finance and Admin units to ensure alignment of resources, activities, and key performance indicators related to policy engagement.
    Support the development schedules, tools, and processes for deploying a robust policy engagement strategy;
    Develop, design and oversee grant activities that support policy influencing or strengthening;
    Identify issues and risks related to implementation promptly, suggesting appropriate program adjustments
    Lead, or in supporting role, manage, contribute to, and provide quality control to data analysis and report writing at technical national integration team level.

    Capacity Building and Support:

    Support sub-awards and grantees in intervention design and operational management.
    Collaborate with the National Integration Team to provide Food and market systems coaching and guidance to program staff and partners

    Monitoring and Evaluation and Reporting:

    Work with the Monitoring and Evaluation, and CLA unit to document and disseminate lessons learned, best practices, and project impacts to inform future initiatives
    Collaborate with the M&E team to monitor and evaluate program progress.
    Support or contribute to knowledge management activities including writing articles on project developments, learning or opinion pieces.

    Innovation and Best Practices:

    Develop innovative approaches to enhance TechnoServe’s work and share these innovations to promote the adoption of best practices within the organization.

    Representation and Networking:

    Represent the program at networking events with private and public sector actors, as per the guidance of the COP and DCOP

    Miscellaneous

    Perform other related duties as required to contribute to the program’s success.

    Desired Qualifications and Experience

    Minimum Masters degree in agricultural economics, agribusiness, business administration, agriculture, international development or relevant field, or equivalent work experience.
    5-7 years of experience in policy influence and advocacy preferably within US government funded activities, project management, food systems development, market systems, and/or community resilience programming, preferably in a rural, developing context
    Strong background in agricultural/livestock value chains, natural resource management, climate change adaptation, and/or social protection
    Demonstrated track record of building and managing strong client and stakeholder relationships, including with government, civil society and private sector
    Strong gender leadership, supervisory, problem-solving, communication, and coordination skills required.
    Demonstrated commitment to advancing gender equality.
    Excellent communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills
    Willingness to travel extensively within LFS Eastern Kenya zone of influence,
    Proven ability to develop strategies and conduct analysis on complex commercial questions
    Experience in authoring concise and well-written reports and presentations
    Demonstrated competency in program and staff management, coaching, and team leadership
    Experience working on donor-funded projects is preferred.
    Strategic and analytical thinking skills
    Exceptional interpersonal and cross-cultural skills
    Fluent user of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

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  • Impact Partnership Coordinator

    Impact Partnership Coordinator

    Overview

    To coordinate, facilitate, and technically support the work of CIFOR-ICRAF and its consortium partners in their joint role as an Agriculture/Agri-food Systems and Climate Action Impact Partner Organization (IPO) while ensuring integration and synergy with wider Q4I and CIFOR-ICRAF initiatives.

    Duties and responsibilities

    Coordinate the consortium and donor relationship.
    Coordinate consortium partners on inputs required to plan work, design budgets, or deliver on assignments.
    Monitor and provide periodic updates on assignment progress, while devising and implementing solutions to overcome emerging bottlenecks.
    Lead in the preparation of budgets for key assignments internally and liaise with consortium partners to do the same.
    Work with Finance to oversee and coordinate the overall IPO budget and that of CIFOR-ICRAF, while liaising and coordinating with the finance staff of the consortium partners as needed.
    Support the delivery of selected assignments, either through literature review, reviewing draft products, engaging communication experts, or participating in such assignments directly.
    Coordinate with relevant projects within CIFOR-ICRAF to ensure mutual learning and strategic alignment.
    Support proposal development where opportunities arise.

    Other Responsibilities.

     Identify and mitigate potential risks within your work area.
    Take reasonable care of own occupational health and safety and that of others as obliged by CIFOR-ICRAF’s Occupational Health and Safety Policy and cooperate with CIFOR-ICRAF in complying with requirements under any statutory health and safety provisions of relevant Country laws.
    Participate in (insert team as appropriate) projects as may be required

    Education, knowledge and experience

    Master’s or equivalent in experience.
    At least 5 years of experience, ideally in the international development sector in general and in the agriculture and climate change sectors in particular
    At least 3 years of project management experience, particularly in projects involving multiple partners and in financial budgeting and management.

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    worldagroforestry.org

  • Lead, Thriving Landscapes

    Lead, Thriving Landscapes

    POSITION SUMMARY:

    Thriving Landscapes are one of the two main offerings in the Rainforest Alliance 2030 strategy. They comprise tropical ecosystems with the greatest ecological, market, and social value where we will integrate our offerings and work in alliance with landscape stakeholders towards a time-bound, comprehensive, and shared vision that achieves positive, measurable impacts for people and nature. ​
    Through strategic alliances, and the integrated delivery of Rainforest Alliance’s products and services, Thriving Landscapes will construct a systems pathway to regenerative production, economic diversification, inclusive social development and ecosystem conservation and restoration. It will strengthen market commitments to responsible and/or certified sourcing, advocate for policies driving sustainable land use, and enable stakeholders to work collaboratively to define and implement context-specific actions for climate resilience, biodiversity conservation and improved livelihoods. A clear results framework will capture the impact.
    In the 2030 strategy, five Thriving Landscapes have been identified initially, one in each Region of Rainforest Alliance’s work. In the East and Southern Africa Region, the identified Thriving Landscape is the Mount Kenya landscape in Kenya. The Lead, Thriving Landscapes, Mount Kenya, is responsible for coordinating and delivering the Thriving Landscapes vision for the Mount Kenya Thriving Landscape, enabling the Rainforest Alliance to achieve greater mission impact. The Lead will collaborate closely with a multi-disciplinary, local and international team of specialists.
    Identifying critical cross-departmental and external alliance growth opportunities as well as having the expertise and communication style to positively influence these successful collaborations is key to the success of this role.

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    The Rainforest Alliance’s Core Values are Impact, Change, Collaboration, Openness and Trust and as such they form the basis of the behaviours we demonstrate;
    Proactively lead and support the organization in achieving its 2030 Strategy, with a focus on its Thriving Landscapes offering, promoting speed, scale and simplification in design, implementation and impact creation;
    Coordinate with the Thriving Landscapes Global Lead and the Country Director, and support the design of Rainforest Alliance’s global Thriving Landscapes offering strategy;
    In service of the landscape communities, responsible for working in alliance with stakeholders to create a time-bound, comprehensive, and shared Thriving Landscape vision for Mount Kenya, achieving positive, measurable impacts for people and nature;
    Lead the development of a roadmap to reach the shared Thriving Landscape vision;
    Recognize local stakeholders’ aspirations in the design of the Thriving Landscape vision, clarifying the roles and responsibilities within collaborative landscape plans, and while pursuing further collaborative decision-making around the landscape management and related initiatives;
    Facilitate the implementation of the roadmap through advising on Rainforest Alliance’s and partners’ programs; landscape partnership development and facilitation, engaging in fundraising, corporate engagement, and advocacy;
    Ensure the programs executed towards the Thriving Landscapes vision is measured consistently and across the landscape, providing credible evidence to markets to generate impact claims outlining the returns on investment;
    Support the coordination, consistency, accountability, and continuous learning across the five Thriving Landscapes;
    Work closely with departments across the Rainforest Alliance to align and coordinate, e.g., on marketing and communication, impact measurement, fundraising, corporate engagements and partnerships, etc;
    Represent Rainforest Alliance at key events, presentations, policy forums and roundtables to promote the importance of landscape approaches to achieve biodiversity and ecosystem conservation, climate resilience and improved livelihoods and human rights;
    Cultivate a culture of positive and proactive collaboration, engage widely and inclusively across the organization, clearly demonstrating taking broad perspectives into consideration, report periodically on progress and risks, and embed continuous learning and simplification into all aspects of programmatic work; and;
    Other duties, as assigned.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Degree in Business Administration, Forestry, Agriculture, Biology, Social Sciences, or related field; master’s degree preferred;
    At least 10 years of relevant management experience including managing multi-stakeholder programs with public, private and financial stakeholders and experience in Integrated Landscape Management;
    Demonstrated track record of managing effective partnerships at the local level to build joint initiatives; 
    Demonstrated practical experience in working with forest communities and producers, putting their needs at the centre of all decisions;
    Extraordinary commitment, energy, and a positive mindset;
    Knowledge of sustainable development issues and commitment to Rainforest Alliance’s goals of strengthening livelihoods and securing human rights; conserving forests and other high-value ecosystems; restoring production systems and rural landscapes; and mitigating climate change and building climate resilience;
    Sound, demonstrated project management experience;

    Key competencies:

    Transformational leadership, innovation, adaptability, persuasion, critical and reflective thinking, public speaking, resourcefulness, relationship builder based on trust, empathy and openness, and strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities in a time sensitive manner; 
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Spoken Kiswahili is a plus;
    Ability to travel a minimum of 30% per year, nationally and internationally.

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  • Project Development and Food Systems Specialist

    Project Development and Food Systems Specialist

    Responsibilities

    In consultation with the Branch Coordinator, Head of the Nature Transformation & Mainstreaming Unit, and under direct supervision of the Programme Management Officer responsible for food systems, the consultant will undertake the following assignments

    Develop a project framework document. To this end, the consultant will:
    Facilitate consultations with the Biodiversity and Land Branch, other branches and divisions in UNEP, and external stakeholders as appropriate for the development of a theory of change and results framework to form the basis of the logical framework for UNEP’s sustainable food system strategy moving forward.
    Based on the above elements, prepare a project concept note for review by UNEP’s Project Review Committee (PRC).
    Taking feedback from the PRC into account and develop a full project document according to the specifications in the UNEP Programme Manual.
    Develop a Project document and financing proposal, based on the theory of change developed in the aforementioned project

    Framework Document. To This End, The Consultant Will

    Hold consultations with the Biodiversity and Land Branch, other branches and divisions in UNEP, Secretariats of Multilateral Environmental Agreements and external stakeholders (as appropriate) for the adaptation of the theory of change and identification of appropriate intervention points and develop results and logical frameworks to form the basis of a global sustainable food systems project.
    Based on the above elements, prepare a project concept note for review by UNEP’s Project Review Committee (PRC).
    Taking feedback from the PRC into account, develop a full project document in collaboration with the responsible Programme Manager, according to the specifications in the UNEP Programme Manual.
    Review, fact check and finalise the project document to ensure that all UN Environment project development guidelines are met and that the proposed project addresses priority needs and is both cost effective and implementable.
    Lead the identification of and liaison with suitable donors and funding opportunities for the project and prepare a financing proposal in the format specified by the identified donor(s).

    Qualifications/special Skills

    An advanced university degree in environmental sciences, agricultural sciences, ecology, project management, natural resource management or economics, or a related subject is required.
    A first degree together with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
    A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in the development of project proposals, management, and sustainable use of biodiversity or related areas of work is required.
    Skills in results-based management using the Theory of Change approach is desirable.
    Knowledge of International Organisation Programme and project frameworks is desirable.
    Excellent resource mobilization and background in writing skills is desirable.
    Good knowledge of different international donor processes and mechanisms is desirable.
    Excellent networking and communication skills, and experience engaging with multiple parties and stakeholders using participatory techniques is desirable.
    Project document and proposal writing experience is desirable.

    Languages

    Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Working knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.

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    careers.un.org

  • Livestock Officer Planning Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

    Livestock Officer Planning Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

    Function

    Under the leadership of the Project Manager, the Livestock Officer will be responsible for providing technical support and coordination in implementing training and promoting the adoption of biosecurity, antimicrobial use, and good farm management practices among smallholder farmers in the dairy and poultry value chains.
    The Livestock Officer will also support Social and Behaviour Change (SBCC) campaigns to increase farmer knowledge on biosecurity, antimicrobial use, and good farm management practices as well as support efforts to ensure farmer and value chain actors access to financing to implement biosecurity practices.
    The Officer will also support farmer-producer organizations to offer quality and reliable services to their members, through a robust extension system which will facilitate easy access to inputs and services, all of which will ultimately contribute to increased production and productivity. The Officer will also support partnerships with Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) partners in Kenya, Government (both at the National and County Levels), and other stakeholders implementing similar projects under the one health approach.
    This position is contingent upon donor approval and funding.

    ESSENTIAL CHARACTER TRAITS

    Result Oriented, self-motivated, stakeholder focus, manages complex environments, excellent and effective communication, resourceful, manage conflict, interpersonal savvy, builds networks, situational adaptability, enthusiasm, team player, and respectful.

    RESPONSIBILITIES & DELIVERABLES

    Training and Technical Support in Biosecurity, Antimicrobial Use, and Good Farm Management Practices (45%)

    Responsible for leading the review, preparation, and development of training curriculum and materials on biosecurity, antimicrobial use, and farm management as well as animal health and nutrition-related issues.
    Mobilize Community Agrovet Entrepreneurs (CAVES) and technical experts as appropriate, and arrange their training on biosecurity, antimicrobial use stewardship, and farm management practices in collaboration with county governments engaged by the Project.
    Support deployment of farmer training and promote the adoption of biosecurity, antimicrobial use stewardship, and good farm management practices.
    Support research on the Return on Investment (ROI) on the adoption of biosecurity, antimicrobial use, and farm management practices as well as holistic nutrition in poultry and dairy value chains.
    Provide technical support to farmer-producer organizations to offer quality and reliable services to their members, through a robust extension system which will facilitate easy access to inputs and services to increase production and productivity and promote adoption of biosecurity, antimicrobial use, and good farm management practices.
    Engage with National, County, and Sub County veterinary technical personnel and other stakeholders (as required) in disease surveillance and reporting as well as the design and field implementation of livestock treatments and vaccination campaigns.

    Project Planning, Administrative Management, Budgeting & Reporting (30%)

    Support the development and implementation of project work plans and budgets in line with the donor and Heifer’s regulations, guidelines, and requirements.
    Support implementation of approved work plans and budgets to achieve project objectives and targets as set out in the Cooperative Agreement, Results Framework, and approved work plans and budgets in line with the donor and Heifer’s policies, guidelines, and requirements.
    Support the development and timely submission of high-quality reports, budgets, and other contractual project deliverables in line with the donor and Heifer’s policies, guidelines, and requirements.
    Provide advice and support monitoring of project activities for results, keeping track of project progress and actual or potential problems, and recommending remedial options.

    Technical Support to Social and Behaviour Change Campaigns (SBCC), Access to Finance and Project Monitoring and Evaluation (20%)

    Provide technical input in the development of SBCC messaging and communication campaign materials.
    Ensure that technically sound social behavioral change messaging is deployed to communities in the target counties where the project is implemented.
    Support the development of Access to Finance biosecurity-focused products and farmer access to financing to implement biosecurity, antimicrobial use, and good farm management practices.
    Provide technical support in the development of monitoring and evaluation tools, conducting MLE activities, and reporting.
    Support periodic reporting of project results in line with the donor and Heifer’s results framework and reporting guidelines and requirements.

    May perform other job-specific duties as may be deemed necessary and as assigned. (5%)

    Deliverables based on duties assigned.

    Minimum Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in veterinary medicine, Animal Science, or Animal Health from a recognized institution.
    At least five (5) years in animal production, epidemiology research, and monitoring of zoonotic and transboundary diseases, livestock value chain competitiveness, or project management.
    Experience and ability to manage training programs targeted at farmers, farmer producer organizations, and other value chain players in animal health & husbandry, biosecurity, antimicrobial use, nutrition, and farm management.
    Considerable experience building public/private partnerships, preferably in the Agriculture/ Veterinary/Animal Health sector.
    Experience in the delivery of animal extension services and influencing policy formulation and decisions in the livestock/animal health industry.
    Demonstrated knowledge of the latest developments in advancing good/best practices in One Health, antimicrobial use stewardship principles, farm management/ animal production, and veterinary practice.
    Substantial technical experience in implementing animal health intervention and managing projects funded by USAID and or other donors.
    Demonstrated ability to design and implement strategies aimed at providing institutional capacity building to Producer Organizations to build more efficient, competitive, and sustainable animal/livestock value chains.

    Preferred Requirements

    Master’s degree or equivalent in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science or Animal Health from a recognized institution.
    Kenya Veterinary Board Registered.
    Complementary experience in biosecurity, antimicrobial use industry principles and standards, launching campaigns, and integrated development issues under the one health approach.

    Most Critical Proficiencies

    Strong project cycle management skills and fiscal management skills including planning, management of project budgets and reporting.
    Effective communication skills in both English and national language/s.
    Demonstrated knowledge of the latest developments in advancing good/best practices in poultry and beef value chain development.
    Must be a team player and can execute and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
    Demonstrated creativity, ability to think systematically, willingness, and ability to incorporate innovative solutions and foster and maintain a spirit of unity, teamwork, and cooperation.
    Ability to manage training programs targeted at farmers in livestock farming, feed, and health.
    Experience in facilitating strategic alliances and partnerships with the private sector, including extension and processing.
    Strong computer literacy, preferably with Microsoft Office Suite.

    Essential Job Functions and Physical Demands

    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to relate to individuals and groups diplomatically and tactfully.
    Courteous and of high integrity, especially in high-pressure situations.
    Self-starter and self-motivator with the ability to work in a multicultural setting.
    Must be a team player and can execute and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
    Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
    Ability and willingness to travel extensively, both locally and internationally
    Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

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  • Assistant Project Officer

    Assistant Project Officer

    Job Purpose

    The successful candidate will be tasked with planning project management activities, analyzing financial information to keep projects on track, and collaborating with different teams to ensure all parties understand where a project is in the development process.

    Key Responsibilities

    Develop Training Programs:

    Design and develop comprehensive enterprise development training programs tailored to the specific needs and challenges of Agri enterprises.
    Create training modules covering key business development areas such as market research and analysis: Business Planning and Strategy: Financial modelling and forecasting: Sales and Marketing, Innovation and Product Development: Negotiation and Communication Skills: Customer Service Excellence: Digital Marketing and Online Presence:
    Incorporate innovative methodologies and approaches to maximize the learning outcomes of participants.

    Facilitate Training Sessions:

    Deliver training sessions to Agri entrepreneurs and business owners, ensuring the effective transfer of knowledge and skills.
    Utilize interactive and participatory training techniques to engage participants actively and foster an inclusive learning environment.
    Monitor and evaluate the training sessions’ impact, making necessary adjustments to improve the training program’s effectiveness.

    Provide Technical Assistance:

    Map agri entrepreneurs along the select value chains.
    Offer personalized coaching and technical assistance to agri enterprises to address specific challenges and opportunities.
    Support start-ups and business owners in developing business plans, marketing strategies, and financial projections to strengthen their business operations.
    Conduct regular follow-ups with participants to track progress and provide ongoing support.

    Strengthen Partnerships:

    Collaborate with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations, financial institutions, and private sector partners, to leverage resources and expertise for enterprise development.
    Establish and maintain strong partnerships to enhance the access of agri enterprises to markets, finance, and value chain opportunities.

    Market Linkages:

    Identify potential markets and market opportunities for agri enterprises to improve their market access and sales.
    Assist in linking agribusinesses with potential buyers, processors, and value-added industries to create sustainable market connections.

    Monitor and Evaluate Impact:

    Establish a monitoring and evaluation framework to assess the impact of the enterprise development training programs.
    Regularly collect data and conduct impact assessments to measure the success and effectiveness of the training initiatives.

    Documentation and Reporting:

    Maintain accurate records of training activities, participant feedback, and outcomes.
    Prepare regular reports on the progress, achievements, and challenges of the enterprise development training programs.

    Any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

    Key Relationships

    Internal: Programme Managers, Programme Officers, Programme Assistants
    External: Partner organizations & County Government Officials. Stakeholders including farmer groups, co-operatives, donors, and private companies.

    Knowledge, Experience and Skills

    At least 3 years of experience in designing and implementing business development training programs, preferably in the agriculture sector.
    Good analytical and critical thinking skills; Problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making skills.
    A proven capability to provide gainful insight and practical and pragmatic solutions to programme challenges with a bias towards action and resolving issues quickly.
    Prior training experience in a relevant field
    Proficient with computer technology and Microsoft Office applications
    Strong oral and written communication skills
    Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills
    Professional and pleasant demeanor to meet with programme stakeholders.

    Qualifications/Other Requirements:

    Diploma in agriculture, Agribusiness, Business Administration, or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree is a plus.
    Strong understanding of agribusiness operations, value chains, and market dynamics.
    Excellent facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
    Demonstrated experience in providing technical assistance and coaching to entrepreneurs and small businesses.
    Knowledge of financial management, market analysis, and business planning for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
    Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation methodologies and tools for assessing training program impact.
    Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective partnerships.

    Behaviour

    Holds self-accountable to deliver on their responsibilities.
    Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves.
    Future orientated, thinks strategically.
    Develops new and innovative solutions.
    Willing to take disciplined risks.
    Has integrity.
    Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, external partners, and stakeholders.

    Qualified and interested internal applicants should send their application letters and detailed CV (combined in one PDF document saved in your full name) to jobs@mespt.org quoting the Job Title and Job Reference in the subject line. i.e. “ASSISTANT PROJECT OFFICER-HR/10/2023”Deadline for applications 25th August 2023 at 5.00 pm EAT.MESPT is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to Gender Equity and Diversity.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    jobs@mespt.org