We develop and implement long-term sustainable agricultural solutions in sub-Saharan Africa, enabling communities to significantly improve their livelihoods.
Combined with our innovative thinking, this approach has enabled FARM-Africa to grow its impact.
We are currently seeking a Crops Officer for the Farm Africa/AMREF Kenya Integrated Water for Food Security Project.
You will be responsible for the conservation of agricultural activities for this project.
We are currently seeking a Crops Officer for the Farm Africa/AMREF Kenya Integrated Water for Food Security Project.
You will be responsible for the conservation of agricultural activities for this project.
As part of your active role as a member of the ‘Integrated Water for Food Security Project’ team you will:
- Liaise with other project staff, developing effective and coherent plans for the agricultural components
- Ensure effective and successful planning, budgeting, management and implementation of agricultural development work within the project
- You will work to build the capacity of the local communities, enabling them to manage their agricultural resources and livelihoods sustainably
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
Essential
- Relevant diploma level qualification e.g. agriculture
- Knowledge of the development and policy environment in Kenya
- Substantial relevant work experience
Desirable
- Bachelors degree in relevant subject
- Valid motorcycle license and off-road motorcycle driving experience
- Previous NGO work experience in rural development
Competencies
Essential
Essential
- Farmer participatory research
- Project planning and implementation
- Data collection, entry and analysis
- Field level training
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Knowledge and practical experience of the farmer field school approach
- Strong negotiating skills and the ability to manage partner relationships well
- Capacity building skills for both organisations and individuals
- Fluency in Kamba
If you are interested in this role, further details can be found in the job description http://www.farmafrica.org.uk/downloads/PO.pdf.
If you would like to apply please submit a CV and a supporting statement with the reference: ‘2012 PO’ in the subject line to ">kenyarecruitment@farmafrica.org.uk, by 5.00pm, Friday 3rd August, 2012.
Crops Officer Based in: Kitui, Kenya
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