Accountable for executing mutually defined National Pricing Strategy and ensuring full compliance of all Distributors and Stockist to recommended Pricing Structure.

Ensuring that the companies Loyalty Program is properly executed, that includes Branding requirements, product offering, pricing execution, minimum storage obligations, available spaces for Technician and annual target setting and achievement

In charge managing & coaching the Western & North Rift sales team (Hiring, sub targets settings, disciplinary actions, in accordance with the Kenyan Labor market Laws)

Accountable for the Customer satisfaction through ensuring proper recommendation and timely resolution of any complaints of any nature

Supervision and auditing of the quality of all Demo plots Roadside, Stockist Interior, Barraza Interior and ATS Show Grounds.

Providing on going transparency over relevant business information, i.e.
Sales reporting, Resource ReportingCustomer Reporting (Distributor, Stockist, Farmer etc.)Demo Plot GPS location and Progress ReportingField days OutcomePromotion Farmer Tracking and Reporting (SPG Approach)Key Market Competitor activitiesKey Market Trends; Locate future and new business opportunities for the assigned areaResponsible to adhere to defined AR Policy and timely cheque collection, post-dated cheques for any over dues and specific payments Terms and Credit Limits

Accountable to secure the logistic set up, steering & coordination all necessary specifics logistics demands with the logistics department to ensure customer satisfaction and to achieve the defined sales goals

Requirements:

Bachelor of Education or Diploma in Education in related subjects.

Over 3 years, the USDA - Kenya Semi-Arid Livestock Enhancement Support (K-SALES) Program will improve the competitiveness of the livestock value chain by increasing productivity and boost marketing and trade of live animals and meat (cattle and shoat) hides and skins value chains.

K-SALES is seeking expressions of interest from qualified and highly experienced firms, eligible local facilitators/consultancy firms, consortiums, NGOs, CBOs, training institutions, business associations, private sector business service providers, financial service providers and livestock sector stakeholders to indicate their interest to partner with us in implementing sustainable interventions in the livestock sector. Upcoming assignments will be tendered on a competitive basis to any organization that is pre-qualified with K-SALES. Successful applicants will be eligible to respond to bids issued by the program. Women owned/managed firms are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must identify and select which category they wish to partner in from the following:

Codes and CategoriesAgro-dealersVeterinarian BusinessesWater User Associations and Community water systems Design & RehabilitationLivestock Farmer CooperativesLivestock Marketing agentsFinancial ServicesCounty Slaughter houses/Butcheries/TanneriesLivestock Product Outlets eg supermarketsCapacity building trainersPost-Harvest Handling and ProcessingLivestock Farmer Field SchoolsOn farm and Off farm Infrastructure DevelopmentCompleted Expressions of Interest including Company Profile (with insight into the principal activities of the company / Business) and Capability Statements should be sent to Procurement.KSALES@idd.landolakes.com clearly indicating the Code Number and Category being applied for. The EOI must refer to the call number, and have the following details; Organization’s name, area/s of operation, contact person and address, registration status and physical location. The deadline for submissions is Monday 28th April 2014.

| Define company’s strategy, processes, rollout plan & KPIs;

| Articulate the company’s mission and vision to employees and clients;

| Create and manage annual budget and quarterly reporting;

| Manage day-to-day operations of company;

| Motivate, train and mentor staff members;

| Segment the market, define targets, develop a sales strategy;

| Create a marketing strategy to promote brand awareness/sales;

| Establish and oversee Helpline for registration/Q&A service;

|  Establish and manage partnerships with Mobile Operators;

| Understand Industry constraints and generate product ideas;

| Oversee monitoring & evaluation programs to measure social impact;

|  Attend international development conferences on M-Agriculture;

| Demonstrate thought-leadership within the sector at an International l level.

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:

Only qualified candidates shall be contacted

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Background:

The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) is an international conservation organization working in nine Heartlands across the African continent. Through AWF’s Conservation Enterprise program, the organization has been supporting the development and management of conservation enterprises across its area of operation through various capacity building programs. AWF’s Conservation Enterprise strategy demonstrates that local communities can undertake business ventures that support both their livelihoods and wildlife conservation.

AWF is currently implementing the Integrated Biodiversity, Conservation and Sustainable Natural Resource Use for Human and Economic Benefit program, in Kenya. One of the objectives under this program is to “Assess, (re-)direct and support selected socio-economic and financial drivers, tools and mechanisms for development of sustainable livelihoods and landscapes”. This will enhance and support AWF work on sustainable livelihoods and conservation enterprises in Kenya. A consultant is needed to assess land/water use and distribution, and sustainability of intensive crop agriculture in selected sites with analysis to feed back into improved management.

Project Description:

AWF intends to increase its involvement in agriculture through selected partnerships in order to both reduce encroachment of crop production into important wildlife areas and create incentives for sustainable practices and conservation. Agriculture, and especially crop production, is one of the major threats facing conservation today through land conversion.

In Kenya, AWF works predominantly in dry areas, where access to water has the potential to engender immense conflict between people, and between wildlife and humans. Currently AWF is finalising an ‘Agriculture Strategy’ to guide its intervention in the agricultural sector in general and use it to promote an integrated approach towards overall economic and environmental sustainability. The aim is to intensify sustainable agriculture in appropriate locations, improve food security, and reduce human wildlife conflict and habitat conversion in Heartlands. The main approach will be to work through land use planning and establish zones where agriculture is a feasible activity and not in conflict with important conservation areas, to get these plans formalized, and work with communities to increase productivity per unit area in order to reduce conversion of marginal lands to crop production.

This consultancy will provide a foundation analysis on land and water use in selected areas, and the potential sustainability of intensive crop agriculture, with appropriate recommendations that will feed back into improved management.

Objective:

Focusing on key geographic areas of the program (identified in close consultation with AWF field staff), the consultant will perform an in-depth analysis of land and water use in the areas. Subsequent to the land and water use analysis, the consultant will review the impacts of intensive crop agriculture in selected areas (or forecast the potential impacts) and assess viability and sustainability of such agriculture methods in terms of environmental and financial metrics. A final report will include feedback based on the previous analysis that can be used to further improve the management of the interface between community agriculture needs and protected areas. Potential implementation models will be developed.

Scope of Work:

The consultant will work closely with AWF staff to:
1. Assess sources of and availability of water, its distribution, use, economic returns and sources of conflicts if any in its use.
2. Review land sizes, tenure systems and use, economic returns and sources of conflicts if any in the use of land.
3. Assess the efficiency and effectiveness of land and water use and how this can be enhanced for improved livelihoods, agriculture and conservation.
4. Review past and present initiatives on sustainable intensive crop agriculture in Kenya and assess its major strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
5. Determine whether intensive crop agriculture is the most appropriate model for achieving the desired, long term conservation outcomes and farmer financial returns
6. Identify potential value chains for sustainable intensive crop agriculture that, when supported, can lead to significant gains for livelihoods and conservation.
7. Outline and analyse major stakeholders and their role including potential partnerships that can be pursued.
8. Provide an implementation framework for land and water use and sustainable intensive crop agriculture.

Expected Outputs and Deliverables:

The Consultant will produce the following:
1. An assessment of land and water use in the identified areas
2. An assessment of intensive crop agriculture in the identified areas (if currently implemented) including the potential impacts of any intensive agriculture, and an analysis of the viability and sustainability of the methodology
3. An implementation framework for land and water use and key partners to be involved with clear links to conservation.
4. Recommended approaches and an implementation framework for sustainable intensive crop agriculture with projected budgets for implementation with clear links to conservation.
5. Other recommendations and action plans derived from the assessment.

Required Qualifications and Experiences:

i. A Masters level degree qualification in agriculture, agribusiness, agronomy or related and relevant field with at least 5 years’ working experience in the agribusiness and conservation sectors.
ii. Considerable consultancy experience in agricultural research and development in the targeted conservation areas, including previous experience with intensive crop cultivation
iii. Knowledge and understanding of conservation and its relation to agriculture.
iv. Excellent interpersonal skills
v. Excellent communication skills, including business writing skills in English

Requirements to the Proposal:

The proposal, to be submitted in English, shall include:
- A technical section including
0 A short description of deliverables (what, how and when),
0 A clear work plan with timeline and the proposed methodology, which shall incorporate a full justification for procedures to be adopted, and
0 CVs/Profile or details of the firm or individuals including experience relevant to this assignment;
0 At least three referees for similar or related work done
- A financial section including
0 all fees for this assignment (this should indicate man-days and VAT)
0 all support costs for the assignment
- VAT Certificate and PIN Certificate(s) as appropriate.

AWF’s Responsibility:

Proposals should be submitted electronically to: Carlo Chege Program Manager, Conservation Enterprise African Wildlife Foundation Email: cchege@awfke.org

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Agriculture Manager at Kenya Tea Development Agency/Holdings Ltd in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

AGRICULTURE MANAGER

The Role
Reporting to the GM – Operations, the successful candidate will be responsible for formulating and overseeing the implementation of agricultural policies and procedures

Key Responsibilities Ensuring timely availability of agricultural inputs and continuous improvement of green leaf yieldEstablishing tea management systems and proceduresEnsuring effective management of crops as per plans and strategiesIdentification and replanting of moribund teaEnsuring good agricultural practices for improved yield in tea (plucking, pruning and fertilizer application)Driving establishment of central nurseries in the factories and tea infilling programEnsuring adoption and embedding the Farmer Field Schools extension methodologyRolling out the Farm Management Services modelEmbedding sustainable and environmentally friendly practices in tea farming

Qualifications/Skills/Experience The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications and competencies:-Bachelors of Science -AgriculturePost graduate Dip in Management or its equivalentTen (10) years relevant experience in managementStrong management and negotiation skillsStrong analytical skills and IT proficiency.Excellent interpersonal and organization skillsAbility to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

If you fulfill the above requirements and wish to be considered, please write to us enclosing your detailed CV to reach the undersigned not later than 21st August 2012.

The Group General Manager – Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Tea Development Agency/Holdings Ltd
P.O. Box 30213 – 00100
NAIROBI

Email: recruitment@ktdateas.com

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Organizational Unit: FAO-Somalia
Duration: 3 Months with possible extension
Eligible Candidates: Kenya & Somali Nationals Only
Anticipated Start Date: September 2012

Under the overall guidance of the FAO Officer in Charge for Somalia, the direction of the Emergency and Rehabilitation Coordinator, and the direct supervision of the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (designated leader for the monitoring team), the Data Analyst will be responsible for monitoring project outcomes against work plan and targets, including those of the Service Providers for the overall FAO Somalia Programmes. 

Education: University Degree in a related field or compensated by additional years of experience/ specialized training in data analysis or related field.

Knowledge and skills: 

Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No. FAO/031/2012 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal History (PH) form available at http://fmt.faoso.net/documents/PH_form-Blank.docx. E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org . 

FAO-Somalia UN-Somalia Ngecha Road Complex Corner Lower Kabete Road/Ngecha Road P.O. Box 30470-00100 Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications may also be faxed, again clearly indicating CONFIDENTIAL - FAO/031/2012 in the subject line, to +254-20-4000333.

Applications must be received by the deadline. Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

    Ensure continuous merchant training on how POS works and card acceptance procedures
Push for merchant turnovers in this sector
Ensure excellent customer experience for customers using the Equity POS
Ensure cashier motivation is maximum at merchant outlets
Cross-sell the Bank's products
Ensure high productivity levels by merchant relationship officer(s) through performance reviews by way of mentoring and coaching
Connect with branch staff to deliver on POS revenues
Ensure 100% compliance to the Banks Policies and Procedures
Promote the Bank’s corporate image
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Business related degree/diploma from a recognized University or College
Over 4 years working experience in sales/marketing, of which 2 years must have been at management level in hospitality industry
Proven track record in achieving targets
Holders of professional qualifications will have an added advantage
Exposure to KATO for Tours, KAHC for Hotels and background on all other related bodies will be an added advantage

2. Merchant Relationship Manager (Medical and Oil Sectors)
Key Responsibilities
Unlock and grow medical and oil sectors across the country
Advise the Bank on best solutions to this sector
Drive aggressive recruitment of merchants within the sectors countrywide i.e. Hospitals, Petrol stations, Oil companies etc
Regular merchant visits
Ensure continuous merchant training on how POS works and card acceptance procedures
Push for merchant turnovers in this sector
Ensure excellent customer experience for customers using the Equity POS
Ensure cashier motivation is maximum at merchant outlets
Cross-sell, the Bank’s products
Ensure high productivity levels by merchant relationship officer(s) through performance reviews by way of mentoring and coaching
Connect with branch staff to deliver on POS revenues
Ensure 100% compliance to the Bank’s Policies and Procedures
Ensure high standards of Customer Service are maintained
Promote the Bank’s corporate image
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Business related degree/diploma from a recognized University or College
Over 4 years working experience ¡n sales/marketing, of which 2 years must have been at management level ¡n the sector(s)
Proven track record in achieving targets
Exposure to relevant medical bodies will be an added advantage
Knowledge of the oil sector will. be an added advantage

3. Merchant Relationship Manager (Agriculture, Education, Government & Parastatals)
Key Responsibilities
Unlock and grow these sectors across the country
Drive aggressive recruitment of merchants within the sectors countrywide
Regular merchant visits
Ensure continuous merchant training on how POS works and card acceptance procedures
Push for merchant turnovers in these sectors
Ensure excellent customer experience for customers using the Equity POS
Ensure cashier motivation is maximum at merchant outlets
Cross-sell the Bank’s products
Ensure high productivity levels by merchant relationship officer(s) through performance reviews by way of mentoring and coaching
Connect with branch staff to deliver on POS revenues
Ensure 100% compliance to the Bank’s Policies and Procedures
Ensure high standards of Customer Service are maintained
Promote the Bank s corporate image
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Business related degree/diploma from a recognized University or
Over 4 years working experience in sales/marketing, of which 2 years must have been at management level in the sector(s)
Proven track record in achieving targets
Holders of professional qualifications will have an added advantage
Exposure to various Government/Education and Agriculture bodies and all other related bodies will be an added advantage
Desired Skills and Ability for all the above roles
Thorough understanding of bank operations
Strong analytical skills
Computer proficiency
Good people management skills
World class customer service skills
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent financial and business acumen
Excellent organization and planning skills
Result oriented
Strong Leadership skills
Assertive, tactful and cooperative personality
If you meet the above requirements, submit your application quoting the job you are applying for to the email address below by 25th April, 2012.
Please include detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of the relevant certificates, testimonials, current pay and daytime telephone contact and email address.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Email to: jobs@equitybank.co.ke
Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer.
We value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace.

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With a strong footprint in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda and South Sudan, Equity Bank is now home to more than 7.3 million customers - the largest customer base in Africa.

Currently the Bank is seeking additional talent to serve in the roles outlined below:

1. Merchant Relationship Manager (Hospitality Sector)

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Please include detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of the relevant certificates, testimonials, current pay and daytime telephone contact and email address.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Email to: jobs@equitybank.co.ke

Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer.

We value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace.

Senior Production Specialist - Horticulture

This is a senior management position requiring both specialist horticultural technical expertise and commercial business skills.

Candidates should ideally have a Master’s degree in agronomy with at least ten years private sector horticulture experience in Kenya.

A successful record in crop production and technology transfer and post-harvest management, horticultural marketing and comprehensive practical knowledge of current trade standards is advantageous.

Trade Promotion and Marketing Manager

KHCP works in partnership with private sector companies to support commercial smallholder production, crop processing, product development and establishment of efficient marketing systems.

The manager will lead the production of a continuous stream of market and competitiveness reports and analyses that can be utilized by all stakeholders in the agriculture sector.

Applications are invited from graduates in agricultural economics, marketing or a related subject who have the quantitative and analytical skills to provide high quality support to the technical team and its commercial partners.

Applicants need at least five years of practical experience in agriculture marketing, preferably with a private company.

Applicants should send their detailed CV by e-mail to kenyajobs@fintrac.com no later than December 30, 2011.

Only those candidates selected for interview will be acknowledged.

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The Ministry of Agriculture/GIZ Western province is advertising for the above position.

The agribusiness / value chain expert will work under the overall supervision of the provincial director of agriculture in western province. The duty station will be at the ministry of agriculture county office (Kakamega and Bungoma).

In particular the National Technical Adviser (NTA) shall:

The applicant must have a good communication and facilitation skills, familiar with participatory approaches, team building skills, and respect for diverse cultures.

Knowledge of languages:

Written and spoken English Spoken Kiswahili and Luhya

Interested persons should send in applications by 9th December, 2011 to:

The Provincial Director of Agriculture Western Province
P.O.Box 27 - 50100 Kakamega
Email: pda.western@yahoo.com

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A leading Parastatal in the Agricultural Sector with an extensive network of operations countrywide wishes to fill the following vacancies in its establishment:

1. Financial Controller

Scope: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Financial Controller will ensure effective and continuous improvement of financial control systems, procedures and policies in the organization.

She/he will also be expected to maintain accurate financial records, timely financial reports, effective cost control and utilization of resources.

Personal attributes and qualifications:

Scope: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Head of Corporate Planning and Administration shall take lead in Budget planning, Strategic Planning and in the identification and development of new business opportunities in line with the corporate strategic Plan.

She/ He will also perform the overall responsibility for Human Resources and Administrative functions of the Corporation including Performance Contracting.

Personal Attributes and Qualifications:

Scope: Reporting to the Head of Corporate Planning and Administration, the Human Resource Manager will spearhead the implementation and review of human resource policies and procedures in the Corporation.

Personal Attributes and Qualifications:

Scope: Reporting to the Head of Technical, the Technical Manager Strategy Implementation & Planning will lead and implement the process of strategy development and business planning.

Personal attributes and Qualifications:

Attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidates.

Interested candidates should apply giving details of their academic and professional certificates, detailed resume giving day time telephone contact,e-mail address and names and contacts of three(3) referees on or before 9th December, 2011 to:-

The Managing Director
Agricultural Development Corporation
P.O Box 47101-0100
Nairobi

Email: info@adc.co.ke

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Because the rural poor are Nuru’s primary partners, the plan to address the community’s agricultural needs will be central to the overall solution.

The Agriculture Fellow will partner with the community to identify the community’s agricultural needs and design sustainable solutions to meet those needs.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume/CV and cover letter to jobs@nuruinternational.org.

Please outline how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position, and include how you heard about this opportunity.

Please check our Fellows Program Overview at www.nuruinternational.org/fellows for more information.

Application Deadline: Please submit your application as soon as possible; we hire on a rolling basis. Deadline for all applications is November 15, 2011.

Department: Poverty Gender and Impact

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 2-year term with possibility of renewal

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development.

ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ILRI has campuses in Kenya (headquarters) and Ethiopia, with other offices located in other regions of Africa (Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, Vietnam) and East Asia (China).

The position:

ILRI requires a research technician specialised in economic analysis to work as a member of the Poverty Gender and Impact Team. The Poverty, Gender and Impact team is an institute wide program of ILRI specialising in poverty analysis, monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment and gender analysis.

Responsibilities

Terms of appointment: This is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus and is on initial 2 year contract renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding. Salary and benefits will be in line with those provided within ILRI’s NRS scheme.

Applications: Applicants should send a cover letter expressing their interest, detailed CV, names and contact details (Telephone, E-mail) of three professional referees to e-mail: recruit-ilri-Ken@cgiar.org by 16 September 2011.

The position title and reference number, “RT/AE/PGI/09/11” should be clearly indicated on the subject line of the email application. We regret but only online applications will be considered and only short listed candidates will be contacted.

To find more about ILRI, visit our Website at http://www.ilri.org/

SACDEP - Kenya invites applications from suitably qualified Kenyan citizens to fill in the posts as below:

General Qualifications:

The position will require a person who is able to coordinate implementation and further develop a Food and Agriculture Value Chain Programme.

Reporting to the Programs Manager, the person should have the following qualifications:-

Specific Qualifications

The position will require a person who is able to coordinate field training for Small Holder Farmers. The Person should be knowledgeable on use of demonstration farm to enhance farmers learning.

Reporting to the Outreach and Networking Manager, the person should have the following qualifications:-

The position will require a person who is able to coordinate a Research and Training Programme implemented for Small Holder Farmers.

The Person should be knowledgeable on participatory research techniques.

Reporting to the Outreach and Networking Manager, the person should have the following qualifications:-

Specific Qualifications

The Executive Director
SACDEP- Kenya,
P.O Box 1134, Thika 01000,
Thika.

Closing date: Friday, 8th July 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

If you do not hear from us by 1st August 2011 please consider yourself unsuccessful.

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