Farm Africa Crops Project Officer Job in Kenya

Farm Africa is a different kind of charity, working to end hunger and bring prosperity to rural Africa. We work with different types of farmers (pastoralists, agro-pastoralist, smallholders and forest dwellers) in a range of regions in eastern Africa. Their specific situations vary but most are facing increasing economic, health and environmental vulnerability. We work with them, and other stakeholders, to develop, test, and support the roll-out of successful solutions to achieve long-term improvements in their lives. We believe Africa has the power to feed itself.

We are currently seeking a Project officer – Crops, for the Farm Africa - AMREF Kenya WASH and Food Security Integrated Project.

You will be responsible for the conservation agriculture activities for this project as well as introducing and promoting our tested dairy goat model. 

As part of your active role as a key member of the AMREF – Farm Africa partnership project team, you will:Liaise with other project staff, developing effective and coherent plans for the agricultural componentsEnsure effective and successful planning, budgeting, management and implementation of agricultural development work within the projectYou will work to build the capacity of the local communities, enabling them to manage their agricultural resources and livelihoods sustainablyWe are looking for someone with a proven track record in farmer participatory research, data collection, entry and analysis with strong project planning and implementation skills and strong communications and facilitation skills necessary to provide field level training.

You will have a relevant diploma level qualification and sound knowledge of the development and policy environment in Kenya.

If you are interested in this role, further details can be found in the job description. 

If you would like to apply please submit a 3-page Curriculum Vitae, a one page application letter with the reference: ‘2013 PO - Crops’ in the subject line to: kenyarecruitment@farmafrica.org by 5.00pm, Friday 5th April 2013.

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

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