Position: Field Officers and Team Leaders
Deadline to Apply: December 31st, 2014
Start Date: January 19th, 2015
Eligibility: Position open to local Kenyan hires only
About Innovations for Poverty Action: Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a non-profit research organization that creates and evaluates approaches to solving development problems. IPA disseminates the results of its evaluations to policymakers, practitioners, investors and donors around the world.
 Project specifics: Presently, we are conducting a follow-up survey to analyze the impacts of farmer managed research trials currently being implemented by the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA). The research trials were first implemented during the long rain season of 2014 and this follow up survey should be conducted just after the harvest.

Field officers will gain valuable experience in field data collection. Field officers will work directly with survey respondents. The field officers will work closely with team leaders and project managers to improve their own skills. Field officers will be based in Siaya town and will travel throughout Yala, Ugunja, Ukwala, Wagai and Boro. The field officers will be expected to work Monday through Friday.
In addition, team leaders will be selected from the pool of field officers. The team leaders will report directly to the project manager and will be responsible for coordinating the activities of a small team of field officers. Team leaders will organize transport, ensure that data is collected from field officers and properly transferred to project supervisors, ensure that payments are being made to respondents correctly, and coordinate with village partners to conduct data collection activities.
 Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities:Arrive to work promptly and reliably, always setting an example for one’s colleagues.Interact with community members with the highest level of integrity and understanding.Collaborate with teammates to improve own skills and those of teammates.Collecting data using NetbooksSupervise field officers conducting data collection and provide feedback field coordinatorCoordinating with field officers for scheduling of respondents for data collection activitiesAssist in the management of data collection activities: collecting data from field officers on a daily basis, and turning over data to project managerStrong written and oral communication skillsHistory of providing feedback to teammates and examples of this feedback improving teammates’ workHas, at least, basic computer skillsFluent in LuoBachelors’ degree or college diploma/certificate in Social work/AgricultureExperience working on data collection activitiesPlease send by email a cover letter and detailed CV, 3 references, daytime phone number(s), and email address.Your CV should include your scores or grades and other measures of academic achievement, and details about any relevant work experience.
Please name the documents as follow:For the CV: IPAFS.CV.NameCandidate. Example: IPAFS.CV.JonhSmithFor the Cover letter: IPAFS.CL.NameCandidate. Example: IPAFS.CL.JonhSmithApplications can be submitted by ONLY email to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org (and cc: kfriedman@poverty-action.org), hard copies will not be accepted. Please ensure that the subject line reads: “Field Officer / Team Leader” REF NO. Farmers Skills-2014-12-01. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by email for an interview. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed on a ROLLING BASIS.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the Field Officer. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Please note that IPA will never request any form of payment from an applicant. Applicants are encouraged to confirm the information listed above with IPA prior to releasing any extensive personal information to the organization. Please direct questions to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org.

Marenyo Farmers Cooperative Society Ltd

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Co-0perative Society Manager

The Position:

Marenyo Farmers Cooperative Society Ltd seeks to recruit a manager who shall be based at the society's Offices in Yala / Sagam and responsible for planning, management, implementation and monitoring of all society's activities in its area of operation.

The incumbent must be dynamic, result oriented, performance driven, good planner and highly motivated.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure implementation of the society's activities on the ground in collaboration with partners and local stakeholders. Ensure timely and accurate development of operational budgets and manage the society's expenditure to ensure cost effectiveness.Provide timely technical advice and periodic financial records to the society's;Strengthen and support the existing structures in the society's area of operation;Monitor and evaluate the performance of interventions related to the society's;Advice/ support the society's interventions related to the society's;Close collaboration/ co-operation with relevant government ministries;Identify new local partners who can contribute with core competencies to support/ drive the society's;Assist the society's, BOD in designing and development of EEC materials and ensure provision of quality services;Manage the society's resources and assets within its area of operation;Perform all other duties as referred to in the society's by-law of article 57.0.Develop, maintain and promote society's image within its area of operation;Any other duties as assigned;Required Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Business Administration or CPA 2 and above.Diploma in Co-operative Management or Certificate in Co-op. Administration from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.KCSE C+ and above.At least 3 years field experience working in an active farmer's Community Cooperative Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of local language will be an added advantage.Proficiency in computer (Word, Excel, Access) and MIS (Management Information Systems).Knowledge on handling cereals.Should be aged between 25-40 years.Must have proven interpersonal, organizational, financial, communication and personnel management skills.Must be a person of high integrity, innovative and able to work within minimal supervision.Must be a team player.If you meet the above requirements, send your application letter and a detailed curriculum vitae with names of three professional referees to zakokongow@yahoo.com or post it to the address below not later than 14/03/2012:The chairperson,
Marenyo Farmers Co-operative Society Ltd
P.o Box 186-50307
Luanda.

Only shortlisted candidates meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

Marenyo Farmers Co-operative Society Ltd is an equal opportunity employer.

Farmer’s Choice Limited, Kenya’s leading Pork and Beef processor, requires the services of an experienced Pig Unit Manager to take charge of one of our Pig Units.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven ability to manage, in a hands on fashion, a large size pig unit – in excess of 600 sows – and will also possess a relevant Agricultural Degree and have developed a thorough understanding of Pig Genetics, Breeding and Husbandry through hands-on Pig Management.

A remuneration package commensurate with the seniority of this position will be offered and the prospective Manager may be required to live at our Uplands site.

Farmer’s Choice is an equal opportunity employer and this position offers good career prospects.

If you believe you fit the required profile, please apply in confidence to the address below, providing a curriculum vitae that contains details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, day and evening telephone numbers, email address and names and addresses of 2 referees to:

The Administration Director
P.O Box 47791 -00100
Nairobi

So as to reach us on or before 9th December 2011

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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The Position:

Gem Fish / Honey / Poultry Farmers Co-operative Society Limited seeks to jointly recruit a Manager who shall be based at the Yala Market Service Centre (MSC) and responsible for planning, management, implementation and monitoring of all societies activities in its area of operation.

The incumbent must be dynamic, result oriented, performance driven, good planner and highly motivated.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure implementation of societies activities on the ground in collaboration with partners and local stakeholders;Ensure timely and accurate development of operational budgets and manage society’s expenditure to ensure cost effectiveness.Provide timely technical advice and periodic financial records to the societies;Strengthen and support the existing structures in the societies area of operation;Monitor and evaluate the performance of interventions related to the societies;Advice/support the societies interventions on technical approaches and linkages to service providers;Close collaboration/co-operation with relevant government ministries;Identify new local partners who can contribute with core competencies to support/drive the societies;Assist the societies BOD in designing and development of IEC materials and ensure provision of quality services;Manage the societies resources and assets within its area of operation;Perform all other duties as referred to in the society’s by-law of article 57.0.Develop, maintain and promote societies image within its area of operation;Any other duties as assigned;Required Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business Administration or CPA 2 and above.Diploma in Co-operative Management or Certificate in Co-op. administration from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.KCSE C+ and above.At least 3 years field experience working in an active farmer’s community cooperative society or related field in Kenya.Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of local language will be an added advantage.Proficiency in computer (Word, Excel, Access) and MIS (Management Information Systems).Knowledge on value addition.Knowledge on food processing/handling of fish, honey and poultry.Should be aged between 25-40 years.Must have proven interpersonal, organizational, financial, communication and personnel management skills.Innovative and able to work with minimal supervision.Must be a team player.If you meet the above requirements, send your application letter and detailed curriculum vitae with names of three professional referees not later than 30th September 2011 to:

The Chairman,
Gem Fish/ Poultry/ Honey Farmers Co-Operative Society,
P.O. Box 56-40610,
Kenya.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Gem Fish/ Poultry/ Honey Farmers Co-operative Society is an equal opportunity employer.

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The Position:

Kilimo ni Uhai Grain Farmers Cooperative Society Limited and The Indigents Cooperative Society Ltd jointly seek to recruit a manager who shall be based at the societies' office in Yala and responsible for planning, management, implementation and monitoring of all societies' activities in its area of operation.

The incumbent must be dynamic, result oriented, performance driven, good planner and highly motivated.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure implementation of the societies' activities on the ground in collaboration with partners and local stakeholders;Ensure timely and accurate development of operational budgets and manage the societies' expenditure to ensure cost effectiveness.Provide timely technical advice and periodic financial records to the societies;Strengthen and support the existing structures in the societies' area of operation;Monitor and evaluate the performance of interventions related to the societies;Advice/support the societies' interventions on technical approaches and linkages to service providers;Close collaboration/co-operation with relevant government ministries;Identify new local partners who can contribute with core competencies to support/drive the societies;Assist the societies' BOD in designing and development of IEC materials and ensure provision of quality services;Manage the societies' resources and assets within its area of operation;Perform all other duties as referred to in the societies' by-law of article 57.0.Develop, maintain and promote societies' image within its area of operation;Any other duties as assigned;Required Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business Administration or CPA 2 and above.Diploma in Co-operative Management or Certificate in Co-op. administration from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.KCSE C+ and above.At least 3 years field experience working in an active farmer’s community cooperative society or related field in Kenya.Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of local language will be an added advantage.Proficiency in computer (Word, Excel, Access) and MIS (Management Information Systems).Knowledge on handling cereals.Should be aged between 25-40 years.Must have proven interpersonal, organizational, financial, communication and personnel management skills.Must be a person of high integrity, innovative and able to work with minimal supervision.Must be a team player.If you meet the above requirements, send your application letter and a detailed curriculum vitae with names of three professional referees not later than 30th September 2011 to kilimo_indigent@yahoo.com

or post to:

The Chairperson,
Kilimo Ni Uhai Grain Farmers/Indigent Cooperative Society Ltd,
P.O. Box 56 - 40610,
Yala.

Only shortlisted candidates meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

Kilimo ni Uhai Grain Farmers Cooperative Society Ltd/The Indigents Cooperative Society Ltd is an equal opportunity employer.

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The Position:

Gem Horticulture Farmers Co-operative Society Limited seeks to recruit a Secretary Manager who shall be based at the society in Yala and responsible for implementation and monitoring of all society’s activities in its area of operation.

The incumbent must be dynamic, result oriented, performance driven, good planner and highly motivated.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure implementation of society’s activities on the ground in collaboration with partners and other stakeholders;Ensure timely and accurate development of operational budget’s and manage society’s expenditure.Provide timely technical advice and periodic financial records to the society;Strengthen and support the existing structures in the society’s area of operation;Monitor and evaluate the performance of interventions related to the society;Assist the society’s BOD in designing and development of IEC materials and ensure provision of quality services;Manage the society’s resources and assets within its area of operation;Perform all other duties assigned and as referred to in the society’s by-law of article 57.0.Linking the society with potential buyers and marketing the society products.Keeping up to date records of farmers and production process.Required Skills and Qualifications:
Must have 3 years relevant experience in a reputable horticulture production and marketing organization/society.Diploma in Co-operative Management or Certificate in Agri-business from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.At least 3 years field experience working in an active farmer’s community cooperative society or related field in Kenya.Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of local language will be an added advantage.Proficiency in computer (Word, Excel, Access) and MIS (Management Information Systems).Knowledge on horticulture and perishable product sales and marketing is an added advantage.Should be aged between 25-40 years.If you meet the above requirements, send your application letter, detailed CV, day time phone contact and names of three professional referees not later than 30th Sept. 2011 to:

The Chairman,
Gem Horticulture Farmers Co-Operative Society,
P.O. Box 661 - 40610 Yala
Kenya

Only shortlisted candidates meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

Gem Horticulture farmers Co-operative Society is an equal opportunity employer

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Kiambaa dairy farmers’ co-operative society is well established society with more than 3000 members.

It wishes to invite applicants from interested and qualified candidates for the following position.

Extension Officer
(One Post)

Reporting to the manager

Qualifications

BSc degree in animal production OR a diploma in animal production from a recognized institutionAge 25 - 35 yearsC plain and aboveCertificate of good conduct3 years valid driving licence/Motorbike3 years working experienceComputer literateIf you meet the above qualifications, please send your application letter, a current CV and copies of relevant professional and academic certificates, and testimonials by 15 February, 2011 to;

The Chairman
Kiambaa Dairy Farmers C.S.Ltd
P.O. Box 3 - 00219
Karuri

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Githunguri Dairy Farmers Co-operative Society Ltd is the market leader in production, distribution and marketing of the most preferred Real farm fresh dairy products such as Whole milk packed in pouch, Tetra classic and easy to carry bottles and other high quality products such as, Yoghurt, Lala, Butter, Ghee and Cream under the flagship of “Fresha Dairy Products”.

To maintain competitive edge in the market and cater for growth needs, the society hereby invites applications for the following:

1. Sales Assistants

Job purpose: To ensure timely delivery of our products to the market and timely stock reconciliations. Ensure proper handling of crates to minimize breakages and accurate crates stock reconciliations.

The applicant should posses the following academic qualifications and competencies:

K.C.S.E. certificate minimum aggregate C (plain).Diploma in sales and marketing preferably examined by KNEC or its equivalent.At least one year experience in similar capacity in a busy organization.25-35 years old.Good Communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.2. Credit Controller

Job purpose: In charge of the Credit Control department, responsible for implementing the Society’s credit policy and ensuring reduction of risk of potential bad and doubtful debts through regular assessments of customers.

The applicant should possess the following qualifications:

Minimum of C + (plus) in K.C.S.E.Minimum CPA (K)At least 2 years experience as a credit control officer / debt collector in a busy organizationComputer literacy especially Accounting PackagesMust be aged 35 years and abovePossession of a clean driving license (B, C, and E) will be an added advantage.3. Credit Control Officer/Debt Collector

Job purpose: Responsible for ensuring timely and efficient reconciliation, follow up and collection of debts from key accounts in accordance with the Society’s credit policy.

The applicant should possess the following qualifications:

Minimum of C + (plus) in K.C.S.E.Minimum CPA II Section 3At least 1 year experience as a credit control clerk I debt collector in a busy organizationComputer literacy especially Accounting PackagesMust be aged 3oyears and abovePossession of a clean driving license (B, C, and E) will be an added advantage.4. UHT Lab Technician

Job Purpose: To ensure that all UHT milk production process proceed within the required specifications.

The applicant should possess the following qualifications:

Diploma in Food Science and Technology/Analytical chemistry or related field1 year experience in UHT process Quality Control procedures and Market returns verification.Knowledge in ISO 22000:2005 and HACCP quality management systems will be an added advantage.Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, copy of ID, copies of certificates and testimonials with a day time telephone to reach the undersigned not later than 24th December, 2010 clearly indicating the position applied for on the envelope.

The Human Resources Manager
Githunguri Dairy Farmers Co-operative Society Ltd
P.O. Box 3-0021 6,
Githunguri

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Githunguri Dairy Farmers Co-operative Society Ltd is the market leader in production, distribution and marketing of the most preferred Real farm fresh dairy products such as Whole milk packed in pouch, Tetra classic and easy to carry bottles and other high quality products such as, Yoghurt, Lala, Butter, Ghee and Cream under the flagship of “Fresha Dairy Products”.

To maintain competitive edge in the market and cater for growth needs, the society hereby invites applications for the following:-

1 SALES ASSISTANTS
Job purpose: To ensure timely delivery of our products to the market and timely stock reconciliations. Ensure proper handling of crates to minimize breakages and accurate crates stock reconciliations.

The applicant should posses the following academic qualifications and competencies:-
• K.C.S.E. certificate minimum aggregate C (plain).
• Diploma in sales and marketing preferably examined by KNEC or its equivalent.
• At least one year experience in similar capacity in a busy organization.
• 25-35 years old.
• Good Communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.

2. CREDIT CONTROLLER
Job purpose: In charge of the Credit Control department, responsible for implementing the Society’s credit policy and ensuring reduction of risk of potential bad and doubtful debts through regular assessments of customers.

The applicant should possess the following qualifications:
i) Minimum of C + (plus) in K.C.S.E.
ii) Minimum CPA (K)
iii) At least 2 years experience as a credit control officer / debt collector in a busy organization
iv) Computer literacy especially Accounting Packages
v) Must be aged 35 years and above
vi) Possession of a clean driving license (B, C, and E) will be an added advantage.

3 CREDIT CONTROL OFFICER / DEBT COLLECTOR
Job purpose: Responsible for ensuring timely and efficient reconciliation, follow up and collection of debts from key accounts in accordance with the Society’s credit policy.

The applicant should possess the following qualifications:
• Minimum of C + (plus) in K.C.S.E.
• Minimum CPA II Section 3
• At least 1 year experience as a credit control clerk / debt collector in a busy organization
• Computer literacy especially Accounting Packages
• Must be aged 30years and above
• Possession of a clean driving license (B, C, and E) will be an added advantage.

4 UHT LAB TECHNICIAN
Job Purpose:To ensure that all UHT milk production process proceed within the required specifications.

The applicant should possess the following qualifications:
• Diploma in Food Science and Technology/Analytical chemistry or related field
• 1 year experience in UHT process Quality Control procedures and Market returns verification.
• Knowledge in ISO 22000:2005 and HACCP quality management systems will be an added advantage.

Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, copy of ID, copies of certificates and testimonials with a day time telephone to reach the undersigned not later than 24th December, 2010 clearly indicating the position applied for on the envelope.

THE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
GITHUNGURI DAIRY FARMERS CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY LTD
P.O. BOX 3-00216,
GITHUNGURI

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Kirinyaga District Farmers Sacco is a large rural Sacco with seven branches across Kirinyaga County.

In order to attain our vision and mission, we are desirous of recruiting a suitable person into the following vacancy to drive the internal changes necessary to attain our vision and mission.

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Manager

Reporting to the General Manager, the person will be required to perform the following key tasks:

Key Tasks:
* Ensuring that the SACCO has up to date I.C,T systems to ensure efficient and effective operations.
* Administration and maintenance of the Society’s ICT infrastructure.
* Spearhead the modernization of the Saccos ICT infrastructure to meet the Society’s operational requirements and strategic objectives.
* Manage, and Is responsible for all the communications and information technology networks for all departments
* To lead ICT support team to ensure information systems are available, secure and fulfill the expectations of their users.
* Responsible for systems troubleshooting, systems backups, archiving, and disaster recovery and providing expert support.
* Identifying key expense drivers in the department and the control of departmental costs within approved budget targets.
* Provide leadership, direction, supervision and pace to department staff.

Qualifications
* University degree in computer science or information technology.
* Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE 2003).
* Knowledge of programming.
* Two years experience in a busy ICT environment.
* Knowledge of working of Sacco software and SACCO operations will be an added advantage.
* Basic accounting skills.
* Decisive, ability to work long hours with minimum supervision, and ability to meet deadlines.

Interested persons should forward their applications, endorsing copies of their certificates, detailed CV indicating day time contacts, email and 3 referees so as to reach the undersigned on or before 3rd November 2010.

The Genera Manager,
Kirinyaga District Farmers Sacco Society Ltd.
P.O. Box 559-10300
Kerugoya.

Tel: 020 2054712
Fax: 06021102

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Kirinyaga District Farmers Sacco is a large rural Sacco with seven branches across Kirinyaga County.

In order to attain our vision and mission, we are desirous of recruiting a suitable person into the following vacancy to drive the internal changes necessary to attain our vision and mission.

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Manager

Reporting to the General Manager, the person will be required to perform the following key tasks:

Key Tasks:

Ensuring that the SACCO has up to date I.C,T systems to ensure efficient and effective operations.Administration and maintenance of the Society’s ICT infrastructure.Spearhead the modernization of the Saccos ICT infrastructure to meet the Society’s operational requirements and strategic objectives.Manage, and Is responsible for all the communications and information technology networks for all departmentsTo lead ICT support team to ensure information systems are available, secure and fulfill the expectations of their users.Responsible for systems troubleshooting, systems backups, archiving, and disaster recovery and providing expert support.Identifying key expense drivers in the department and the control of departmental costs within approved budget targets.Provide leadership, direction, supervision and pace to department staff.University degree in computer science or information technology.Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE 2003).Knowledge of programming.Two years experience in a busy ICT environment.Knowledge of working of Sacco software and SACCO operations will be an added advantage.Basic accounting skills.Decisive, ability to work long hours with minimum supervision, and ability to meet deadlines.Interested persons should forward their applications, endorsing copies of their certificates, detailed CV indicating day time contacts, email and 3 referees so as to reach the undersigned on or before 3rd November 2010.

The Genera Manager,
Kirinyaga District Farmers Sacco Society Ltd.
P.O. Box 559-10300
Kerugoya.

Tel: 020 2054712

Fax: 06021102

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