Agricultural Coordinator - Ref. No. 002/27
CNFA Inc., a global, US basaed; agribusiness development agency seeks an Agricultural Coordinator to be based in Malindi.The Coordinator will report directly to the National Director for Agricultural Services, and regular travel to the field is required.Principal Responsibilities
- Provide leadership on the planning, implementation and monitoring of the agricultural activities of the program in mandate region.
- Coordinate all agricultural activities including products' demand creation through demonstrations, field days, agricultural shows and exhibitions in rural communities.
- Coordinate technical capacity building of farmers and agrodealers about agricultural inputs and associated technologies by engaging input supply companies. MOA, KEPHIS and KARI in the delivery of trainings.
- Form an active and collaborative network with public and private farm input suppliers like MOA, agrodealers, input suppliers, NGOs, CBOs and farmer groups in the program districts.
- Facilitate capacity building of SMEs dealers in agricultural inputs to enable them transfer knowledge on farm inputs and services, and improve their skills in business management.
- A first degree from a recognized university in either Agriculture or Horticulture, or Animal Production. A Masters degree in agronomy or agricultural extension or animal production will be an added advantage.
- At least 8 years progressive and relevant experience in the private, public or NGO sector.
- Preference will be given to candidates with skills in design, implementation, management and monitoring of agrodealer development.
- Conversant with the geography and socio-cultural of the relevant region, and strong computer skills and fluent in English and Swahili.
- Good knowledge of and contacts in the local agribusiness sector.
- Availability to commence work no later than January 2nd 2009.
