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 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
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 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
We 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
How to apply:
For more information on the work of Farm Africa, please visit our website: www.farmafrica.org
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
How to apply:
For more information on the work of Farm Africa, please visit our website: www.farmafrica.org
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