Job Field: Sector in Agriculture / Agro-Allied

Agronomist

About the Client:

A leading and busy events planning and management company in Nairobi that has resources and equipment to bring events from mere ideas to reality seeks to hire a highly organized, creative and competent individual. The firm is involved in every aspect of planning, management and execution letting their clients focus on their core business.

Job Purpose:

In the agronomist role, you will collaborate with farmers and crop researchers to conduct a detailed analysis of crop data. You will be expected to maintain a deep understanding of soil productivity principles and keep tabs on the latest trends and technologies in agronomy. Success in this role will be determined by providing valuable insights that lead to solutions that drive higher crop yields.

Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in agronomy, agriculture, or a related field.
2 to 3 years’ experience in the same field.
Further education and experience may be preferred.
Additional certifications may be required.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
Ability to work outside, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods.
Proficiency with computers, especially MS Office and diagnostic scientific software.
Exceptional active listening and verbal and written communication skills.
Strong research, decision making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Awareness of industry trends, technology, and developments.
Sales and presentation skills.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Developing better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yield, and solving problems for clients.
Researching and promoting agricultural strategies to counter the effects of changes in soil, climate, weather, and pest damage.
Evaluates and improves seed quality.
Visiting fields to collect seed, plant, and soil samples.
Performs quality control for seed caliber and soil standards.
Prepares analysis and data presentation.
Testing samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.
Assisting with the plant sourcing, testing, and selection.
Keeping detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples.
Generating reports and presenting findings to management, clients, or other interested parties.
Conducting training on products and techniques through educational presentations.
Safeguarding environmental sustainability, safety and quality.
Carrying out land-use planning in accordance with applicable legislation.
Landscape design.
Managing teams of staff in the field.
Prepares analysis and data presentation.
Developing planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.

Interested applicants should send their detailed CV and Cover Letter quoting, “AGRONOMIST” as subject to reach us not later than 28th July 2023 to careers@italgloballtd.com. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

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careers@italgloballtd.com

November 2, 2024
Rangelands Specialist

Job Summary

The Rangelands Specialist will provide implementation coordination and technical support on rangelands activities across the RAPID+ program partners and geographies. He/she will be responsible for supporting and advising MWA and the RAPID+ partners on methodologies and sector programming practices that will contribute towards improved livestock and rangeland management systems and attainment of the overall goal of the RAPID+. Within MWA, he/she will report to and work closely with the RAPID+ Program Director and collaborate with the other sectors of the program such as Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM), water governance, market systems development, gender, and multiple uses of water. He/she will also work closely with the RAPID+ partners, specifically the County Coordination Units in the five counties, as well as the county governments.

Roles and Key Responsibilities

Program and Technical Roles

Support the development and contribute to the implementation of policies, laws, strategies, standards, tools and best practice in the rangelands and livestock sectors in the target counties. This will include providing technical support to the counties to develop rangeland policies and Acts, rules, and regulations to contribute to sustainable rangeland management.
Develop approaches that ensure integration of rangelands activities across other RAPID+ sectors as well as cross-sectoral interventions such as gender mainstreaming.
Provide technical solutions to program teams, remotely and on-site, for strategic planning to ensure that RAPID+ applies standards, uniform partnership best principles, tools, and systems to help ensure high-quality implementation.
Advise program teams on integrating government and donor strategies, priorities, and technical requirements into RAPID+.
Support capacity strengthening initiatives in rangelands and livestock management programming for RAPID+ partners, through helping to develop learning and training strategies and agendas/curriculums, conducting trainings and workshops, and coaching.
Contribute to maintaining relationships with donors, partner organizations, and other institutions, and participate in forums in the rangelands and livestock sectors to collect and share best practices.
Work with the RAPID+ partners to define quality control processes and suggest improvements for the rangelands and livestock related activities.
Provide technical support to strengthen County Departments of Agriculture and Livestock in rangelands management.
Support timely and prudent expenditure by RAPID+ partners on rangelands related activities.
Work closely with existing private sector partners and engage new potential partners whose innovative approaches could lead to sustainable rangeland management in the target counties.

Monitoring, Learning and Reporting

Collect and analyze program data, capture, and share lessons learned and best practices to facilitate improvements in decision-making.
Contribute to rangeland and livestock related learning agenda.
Support the development, execution and periodic review of the program’s Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL).
Support MEL personnel in analysis of field data to be used in program reporting, learning and program improvements.
Support the preparation, consolidation, and review of periodic program progress reports.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong relationship management skills with ability to influence and get buy-in from people not under direct supervision and to work with individuals in diverse geographical and cultural settings.
Strategic, analytical, problem-solving and systems thinking skills with capacity to see the big picture and ability to make sound judgment.
Able to research, learn and implement new technologies quickly.
Good technical writing skills.
Excellent presentation, facilitation, training, mentoring, and coaching skills.
Proactive, resourceful, and results oriented.

Qualifications:

Masters in Rangelands, Environment or related studies that focus on ASAL ecosystems is strongly preferred.
Ten years of relevant experience in an advisory or management role in Livestock and Rangeland Management.
Experience in complex, multi-sectoral and multi-year donor funded projects is desired.
Experience in market systems development is desirable.
Governance experience and working with county governments in Kenya’s ASALs a plus.
Experience working through partners, strengthening partnerships and abilities to nature a conducive learning environment is essential.
Experience in donor reporting, work plan development, and budget oversight is desirable.
Experience in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and virtual meeting software is essential.

Location: Applicants must have the right to work in Kenya and will be based in Nairobi with travels to program sites

Application: Interested candidates should submit applications via email to mwak.jobs@mwawater.org with the subject line Rangelands Specialist by 25th July 2023. Candidates who had previously applied for this position need not apply. Application should include a cover letter and detailed CV with three references.

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mwak.jobs@mwawater.org

November 1, 2024
Avocado Production & Nursery Officer

Responsibilities

Production

Develop crop production strategy and advise management on its operationalization to achieve set targets
Develop and manage the production budget to ensure realization of growth, revenue and profitability targets
Manage production costs through increasing efficiency, improving production systems and procedures
Manage pest and disease through integrated pest management approach by use of biological, physical ,mechanical, cultural and chemical methods
Manage crop nutrition through best practice irrigation and fertigation systems
Manage staff performance and productivity through performance appraisals, training needs assessment, training and motivation for maximum output
Coordinate Research and Development initiatives to establish mechanisms for adoption of new varieties and better crop protection through trialling new varieties, biological agents, chemical and new growing techniques
Manage production compliance requirements by ensuring certification standards are adhered to by the organization (NEMA, Fair Trade)
Coordinate the general administration of the farm production function in liaison with the General Manager

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@sianflowers.co.ke using the position as subject of email.

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recruitment@sianflowers.co.ke

November 1, 2024
Forage Service Development Officer Dairy Nutrition Officer Forage Agronomy Officer

Position Summary:

The Forage Service Development Officer is responsible for implementation of NPA activities related to capacity building of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and the private sector across the forage value chain and increasing business skills of smallholder dairy and forage producers. The project will be implemented in key dairy counties in the Rift Valley and Central regions, which show the highest potential for forage market growth with additional sites and adaptive research plots in Western and Eastern regions.
The Forage Service Development Officer will collaborate with the private sector to build the capacity of different actors along the value chain, including smallholder dairy and forage producers and MSMEs servicing them, in strengthening their business skills. In addition, s/he will lead activities that enhance demand for quality forage among livestock producers, including developing pricing models and cost of production modeling. S/he will also facilitate the establishment of forage market linkages that lead to commercially viable and sustainable forage markets in the project’s target areas. S/he will also have a keen understanding of the policy/regulatory landscape impacting forage businesses, such as forage variety registration, and contribute to implementation of improved regulations. The Forage Service Development Specialist will also contribute to positive working relationships with different stakeholders, including farmer organizations, women’s groups, cooperatives, government bodies, and other development projects in the livestock sector so that it strengthens the enabling environment for forage market development.

Primary Responsibilities:

Design and implement demand building activities (e.g., develop training materials, lead training of trainer activities with businesses, design communication campaigns) for nutrient-dense cultivated forage by addressing the primary barriers to adoption, and emphasizing approaches to increase producer income from dairy by utilizing improved forage varieties.
Develop and support implementation of business development models for forage production and input/service providers, identify opportunities for smallholder forage and dairy producers to enter local and regional forage markets and develop linkages with digital financial service providers to support business growth.
Identify datasets relevant to the forage value chain, including agronomic, business intelligence, and early warning system information, to improve access and use of data in business decision-making.
Provide training on business development skills to smallholder forage producers, aggregators, and MSMEs along the forage value chain.
Facilitate forage market linkages among producers, collectors, retailers, and consumers.
Collaborate closely with private sector partners for smooth implementation of activities
Ensure integration of women- and youth-inclusive approaches in business development activities, working with the GESI Specialist to ensure inclusive program implementation.
Map the enabling environment for forage in the country to identify in greater detail the key policy gaps and opportunities for forage market development.
Support in ensuring improved regulations and implementation by regional and federal governments conducive to a thriving climate-smart forage market system.
Travel to implementation areas as needed to support the above activities.
Perform other duties assigned by the Program Director for the achievement of project objectives.

Reporting & Supervision:

The Forage Service Development Officer will report to the National Coordinator, Kenya.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension, Animal Production, Animal Nutrition, Forage Agronomy or other relevant field.
At least four (4) years of relevant experience in the sector.
Demonstrated expertise in business management in the livestock (dairy/cattle) industry, preferably with the private sector.
Experience working with smallholder livestock producers in different agro-ecologies, with demonstrated interest and knowledge of forage.
Experience in organizing and facilitating workshops, meetings, and roundtables with the business community.
Demonstrated understanding of the policy/regulatory landscape impacting forage businesses, such as forage variety registration.
Experience in working with different partners and farmers, particularly women and youth, demonstrating effective communication and professionalism with people of different backgrounds and viewpoints.
Ability to collect and analyze data and information and draw valid conclusions.
Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

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November 1, 2024
Consultant- Agronomist

Objective

Provide technical support in sweet potato agronomy to CIP projects and initiatives in Kenya and Eastern Africa Region as well as Packaging of sweet potato advisory content using various format for various farmer facing organization using human centered design.
Contribute to the design and direct the implementation of a sustainable sweetpotato seed systems strategy that will assure quality and accessibility of sweetpotato planting material for production and commercialization of the sweetpotato value chain
Design and implement a working, cost-effective and timely planting material dissemination approaches and root production plans with partners to enhance OFSP production among households both for food and nutrition security as well as commercialization.
Work and collaborate with national government partners, KALRO and other stakeholders to initiate, coordinate and manage the National Performance Evaluation (NPTs) and varietal release process for developing commercially viable OFSP varieties, development and dissemination of Early Generation Seed (EGS).
Participate in the development and, where possible, delivery of appropriate training modules in priority topics such as production, agronomy, post-harvesting management etc. The training will target sweetpotato value chain actors including farmers, extension agents, aggregators, processors etc.
Provide support to the project team by facilitating timely, accurate and routine data collection required for project reports.
Working with other stakeholders and colleagues to develop linkages and contribute to online platforms for the exchange of information about OFSP for widespread adoption.

Deliverables

Significant contribution and leadership to the design and implementation of a sustainable sweetpotato seed systems strategy to support Ukama Ustawi initiative and partnership with WFP.
Develop and implement a cost-effective and timely planting material dissemination and root production plan,which involves at least 50000 cuttings of EGS produced for further multiplication and at least 1000HHs reach with clean planting material.
Work with KALRO to develop and implement a work plan relating to the coordination and management of the National Performance Evaluation (NPEs) and varietal release process for developing commercially viable OFSP varieties in Kenya

Selection Criteria

PhD in Agriculture, agronomy, breeding, crop science or a related Field
Minimum of 4 years of experience working with public and/or private organizations in seed systems or agronomy
Experience working with sweet potato and/or other vegetative propagated crops.
Experience in designing and conducting and analysis of on-farm agronomic experiments.
Experience with participatory evaluation of new technologies and innovations with farmers.
Experimental design, Implementation, data collection, analysis and writing of scientific papers.
Advanced level of MS Office.
Nutrition messaging.
Advanced oral communication and technical writing skills in English

Time frame

The consultancy contract will be for 6 months.

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cgiar.zohorecruit.com

November 1, 2024
Nursery Attendants (Unskilled Green Army)- (4000) Positions

KFS GRADE 12

REF KFS/GA/ 2023

The Nursery Attendant will be responsible for propagation and maintenance of seedlings in KFS Tree Nurseries, and shall report to the Nursery Headman.

Collection and mixing of nursery soil in the recommended ratio;
Filling of polytubes and bags (potting) and germination and “Swaziland’ beds” with mixed nursery soil;
Sowing of seeds and pricking out of seedlings;
Collection and sowing of wildlings;
Tending of seedlings including; watering, weeding, root pruning, application of fertilizer, manure and pesticides, as well as hardening of seedlings;
Cleaning and maintenance of nursery compound, tools and equipment and the general nursery infrastructure

Participate in tree planting and firefighting activities

The County Forest Conservators of KFS shall ensure that the recruitment of “Green Armies” in their respective counties. Is open and transparent, by observing of the following;
The advertisement should be openly displayed in key public areas, such as all KFS offices; County , Sub-County and Assistant County Commissioners Offices; County Government Offices; as well as Chiefs Offices in the respective targeted locations and sub-locations;
Vetting and recruitment of “Green Army” should be done on site in each of the targeted KFS Tree Nurseries;

Entry Requirements :

Must be a Kenyan Citizen aged 18 years and above
Must be a resident of targeted county, sub county and ward;

Work stations : 300 KFS Tree Nurseries across the country

Terms of service: Temporary Contract Terms

Monthly Wage: KES 8,631- KES 16,401, depending on work stations as categorized and determined by the Regulation of Wages and Conditions of Employment Act (Cap. 229)

Other benefit: NSSF and NHIF cover

Employment duration: One year (2023/2024 FY), renewable depending on satisfactory performance and available budget.

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www.jobmata.com

November 1, 2024
Production Network Technician Legal Manager Senior Programs Manager

Key Responsibilities

Organize the Out-Grower network activity follow-up visits.
Maintain and ensure that the Out – Grower network production activities are at a good technical level.
Ensure timely updating of the Master File data and present both weekly & monthly reports.
Be an agronomist with green fingers.
Organize and schedule grower’s plant deliveries.
Provide timely technical production advice to the growers on fertilizer and pesticides.
Ensure crop follow-up for each grower regularly.
Ensure regular controls and follow-up during pollination and harvesting to avoid the presence of inbred and to guarantee rigorous process and labeling.
Ensure regular control and follow-up during the crop cycle to guarantee germination.
Create and regularly update the operation protocols.
Visit Out-growers and ensure timely reporting on the crop status.
Coordinating the production plan: transplanting activity of all male and female plants
Maintain complete and exhaustive reporting to the Production Manager and SSM (Hazera & Vilmorin).
Respect the Company’s code of conduct and other policies.
Ensure Weekly & Monthly out-grower progress reports.
Follow all safety protocols as per the company safety policy.

Key Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture/Agricultural.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in a similar position and seed production.
Holder of a valid Driver’s license with good experience driving on Kenyan roads.
Fluent in both English and Swahili.
Proficiency of Microsoft Office, user level.
Good report writing and effective communication skills.
Adequate organization & planning skills.
Ability to work in a team: To be an active member of a working group with a positive attitude, good ease of communication, and actively participate in the search for solutions.
Act with leadership, being proactive in providing timely and constructive feedback and providing a global overview.
Ability to self-criticism and self-analysis: Recognize successes and errors, being transparent when communicating the latter to their superior. Actively collaborate in the solution of them and avoid their repetition.
Stress tolerance: Maintain self-control in the face of the pressure of multiple goals and deadlines and demonstrate a great emotional balance.
Flexibility and adaptability: Be able to modify your behavior and stay effective within a changing environment.
Punctuality and responsibility
Able to work in an isolated area.

before 7th July 2023.

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If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Production Network Technician –Agriculture ) to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke

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jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke

November 1, 2024
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Key Duties and Responsibilities.

The duties and responsibilities of the CEO will entail: –

Spearheading formulation, implementation and review of the Board’s policies, regulations, procedures, strategies, standards and guidelines;
Executing and communicating the Board’s strategies, decisions and policies;
Providing linkage between the Board and the Secretariat;
Being the Accounting Officer of the Board;
Overseeing dispute resolution between industry players;
Advising the Cabinet Secretary on issues related to national and international tea trade;
Making recommendations to the Cabinet Secretary on the formulation of policies, plans and strategies for the regulation of the tea sector;
Advising the National government on levies, fees and import or export duties on tea;
Overseeing implementation and enforcement of the Tea Act 2020, regulations and standards in the production, processing, marketing, grading, storage, collection, transportation and warehousing of tea;
Ensuring operationalization of the Tea Fund;
Advising the County governments on agricultural cess and fees.
Coordinating the preparation of business related proposals, reports and other submissions for consideration by the Board;
Providing leadership and direction to the management to ensure that the mandate and policies are implemented;
Maintaining a conducive work environment for attracting, retaining and motivating employees;
Ensuring accurate and timely audits are conducted on the Board’s books of accounts;
Ensuring that the Board has an effective management structure including succession plans;
Enhancing collaboration and engagement with stakeholders and partners in support of TBK programmes and projects;
Being responsible for stakeholder management and enhancement of the corporate image of the Board;
Ensuring continuous improvement of the quality and value of services provided by the Board;
Upholding integrity and professionalism in the performance of the Board’s functions;
Fostering a culture that promotes ethical and good corporate governance;
Ensuring that the Board complies with the relevant legislation in the provision of its services;
Championing national values and principles of public service;
Putting in place sound strategies to ensure prudent utilization of the Board’s resources and assets;
Overseeing preparation of annual budgets and establishing proper internal monitoring and control systems and procedures;
Coordinating preparation of the Board’s annual financial statements and submitting the same to the National Treasury, Parliament and the Controller of Budget as required by law;
Ensuring that the Board utilizes its resources according to the financial guidelines provided by Government from time to time;
Building capacity and managing performance of staff at TBK; and
Preparing annual reports on the state of the Board.
Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the Board from time to time.

Required qualifications and competencies.

For appointment to the position of CEO, a candidate must have the following:

Have at least Ten (10) years knowledge and experience in a relevant field;
Have at least five (5) years relevant experience in a position of senior management;
Hold a Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Economics, Food Science and Technology, Bio-Chemistry, Agri-business, Laboratory Technology, Botany, Micro-biology and Molecular Biology, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Micro-biology, Applied Biology, Applied Biological Science, Plant Nutrition, Marketing, Law, Business Administration / Management, Commerce or its equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya;
A Masters degree in any of the following disciplines will be an added advantage:- Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Economics, Food Science and Technology, Bio-Chemistry, Agri-business, Laboratory Technology, Botany, Micro-biology and Molecular Biology, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Micro-biology, Applied Biology, Applied Biological Science, Plant Nutrition, Marketing, Law, Business Administration / Management, Commerce, or its equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya;
Be a Member in good standing with a relevant professional body where applicable;
Have undertaken a leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
Be Proficient in computer applications;
Meet the requirement of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.

Key Competencies and Skills

Strong communications and reporting skills;
Interpersonal and negotiation skills;
Conflict management;
Mentoring, coaching and leadership skills;
Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multi-task;
Strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams;
Planning and analytical skills.

Applicants who meet the above requirements should send their application letter, Curriculum Vitae and copies of academic/professional certificates/testimonials, National identity card, day time telephone contact, email and telephone contacts of three (3) referees to recruitment@teaboard.or.ke with only ‘POSITION APPLIED FOR’ as the subject line. Hard copies in an envelope clearly indicating the POSITION APPLIED FOR may also be sent or hand delivered to;The ChairmanTea Board of KenyaTea House, Naivasha Road off Ngong RoadP. O. Box 20064-00200NAIROBISo as to be received not later than 23.59 hours on 18th July 2023Tea Board of Kenya is an equal opportunity employer and women, youth, minority, marginalized groups and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 by submitting the following compliance certificates: Certificate of Good Conduct, Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board, Tax Compliance Certificate, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission Clearance and Credit Reference Bureau Certificate.

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recruitment@teaboard.or.ke

November 1, 2024
Officer Agricultural Livelihoods Manager Grants Management, Partnerships and Fundraising

Job Summary:

The job holder will be responsible for quality programme delivery at the Sub County level through technical leadership in food security, livelihoods and community engagement in Moyale sub-County in close collaboration with Manager, ASAL Livelihoods. Responsible for timely implementation of program activities guided by the annual work plan and informed by program technical approaches.

S/he will also offer technical guidance in the county in the areas of Disaster Risk Reduction, market systems development, resilience modelling, and climate change adaptation.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Provide technical support to the community resource persons, local partners and Sub-county government line officers in charge of key sectors including department of agriculture livestock and fisheries, Water environment and Natural resources, trade, industry and enterprise development amongst others to establish a collaborative working environment; implement high impact and evidence informed interventions
Lead in the day-to-day livelihoods program implementation and prudent utilization of resources towards meeting the program mandate in line with the approved work plan, organization policies, and standard operating procedures.
Foster linkages with partners and other stakeholders in public and private sector in the Sub-county to enhance synergy, collaboration and learning.
Represent Concern Worldwide at sub-county level livelihoods related technical and coordination forums in: Natural Resources Management, livestock sector forums, agriculture sector forums, WESCOORD, contingency planning and early warning systems, social protection systems and cash transfer programming, and others as will be specified by the line manager.
Play an active role in generation of new knowledge through documentation of informal interactions and feedback sessions with communities and through participating/supporting surveys and other assessments; and documenting lessons learnt and success stories.
Contribute to the development of the annual work plan and quarterly costed work plan and support in tracking implementation and reporting.
Support in the implementation of Concern integrated approaches in education, livelihoods, health and nutrition at community level liaising closely with Technical Managers Health & Nutrition, Livelihoods, and Education and government service providers to ensure organized community groups have adequate technical support to develop and implement their action plans that address barriers to basic service delivery.
Conduct regular field visits to monitor to monitor progress, receive community feedback, check on the quality and impact of activities approved in the annual program proposal, and quarterly costed work plans.

Others

Adhere to and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct and associated policies to their team, beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment
Participating and contributing towards Concern’s emergency response, as and when necessary
Take all possible measure to meet Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS)
Any other duties as assigned by the Line Manager

Person Specification

Minimum Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture (Agriculture Production, Agriculture Economics, or Agronomics) or a related field.
At least three (3) years’ experience in a similar role
Proven experience in community engagement and facilitation.
Must have a working knowledge of Project Cycle Management, Climate Smart Agriculture, Community Managed Disaster Risk Reduction, Animal health, Water supply systems, Natural Resource Management, Pastoral Field Schools, Making Markets work for the Poor and Value Chains Development.
Demonstrated experience in implementing livelihoods programs in ASAL areas.
Fluency in spoken and written language in English and Swahili
Knowledge of local language(s) is an added advantage.
Computer literate with good MS Office skills

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Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should send a detailed CV with three referees and Cover Letter Only to nairobi.hr@concern.net with the subject of the email as “Officer Agricultural Livelihoods” on or before Tuesday 4th July 2023. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

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nairobi.hr@concern.net

November 1, 2024
Assistant Ward-Based Supervisors – (6) Positions Ward-Based Supervisors – (15) Positions Senior Supervisors – (3) Positions Agri-preneurs/Enumerators – (166) Position

For appointment as an Assistant Ward-Based Supervisors, a candidate must:

Minimum academic qualification of a Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institutionpreferably in Agricultural Sciences, Statistics, Community Development or any other relateddiscipline.
Must be computer literate and able to use a tablet.
Must be able to communicate in Kiswahili/English the ability to converse in the Local Dialectwill be an added advantage.
The assistant supervisors will also be identified from county government staff andshouldpreferably be Frontline/field service providers.
Should be currently working in the target ward.
Participation in similar exercises involving data collection will be an added advantage
Expected to assist the ward-based supervisor in providing oversight

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All interested candidates are to address their applications to:
The County Executive Committee Member (CECM)
County Department of Lands, Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, P. O. Box 29-70101
HOLA.The applications should be hand delivered between 8.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. to the CECM’s office, Lands Office next to Equity Afia Hospital and received latest by 5.00 p.m. on Thursday 31st August, 2023.All applicants must indicate the position for which they are applying, the Ward Nameand/orSub-County on the left corner of the envelope.The application should include; an application letter, copies of academic certificates, andacopy of the national identification Card.Those applying for the Supervisors position should attach also their CV.CECM – LANDS, AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK AND FISHERIES, TANA RIVER COUNTY GOVERNMENT.

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October 30, 2024