Job title: Agriculture Consultant (Maize Lethal Necrosis Disease)
Nuru International Kenya is accepting applications for an
Agriculture Consultant to work on issues related to Maize Lethal Necrosis
Disease in Kenya.
Location: Isibania, Kuria West District, Migori County, Kenya
Timeline: January to June 2013.
Kenya Work Authorization is required.
Responsibilities include,
but are not limited to, the following:
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Lead strategy for Nuru’s response to Maize Lethal Necrosis
Disease in Kenya in conjunction with the Agriculture Program Manager in Kenya
and the Agriculture Senior Program Manager (remote).
·
Build and rely on a network of partners in Kenya and
internationally to research and strategize about Maize Lethal Necrosis Disease.
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Inform strategy on the ground through actionable items to be
implemented in conjunction with the Agriculture Program Manager.
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Supervise the MLND-infected crops detection and treatment operations.
·
Track the spread of MLND throughout Kuria West District, in
Kenya, and in East Africa.
·
Liaise with Nuru Kenya’s Social Marketing team to develop
awareness materials.
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Coordinate internal and external communication regarding maize
lethal necrosis including interaction with Nuru staff, members of the public,
donors, and partners.
·
Maintain web and other external facing materials up to date,
accurate and relevant.
Required Skills and
Attributes:
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Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Business or Agriculture,
MA preferred.
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Experience in agriculture, crop disease management, and contacts
with organizations working on such issues in Kenya preferred.
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At least 2 – 3 years of professional experience in agriculture,
natural resources, international development, project management, or related
fields.
Languages: English (fluent). Kiswahili (fluency preferred).
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Ability to do crisis management and rapid, innovative problem
solving in uncertain environments.
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Prior experience living and/or working in a developing country;
experience in working with the poor.
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Strong work ethic.
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Strong quantitative and project management skills.
·
Strong commitment to organization’s mission, vision and theory
of change.
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Physically able and willing to work in both field and office
settings.
·
Kenya Work Authorization is required.
Additional
Considerations: The consultant must relocate to Isibania, Migori County,
Kenya for the duration of the contract. No housing or relocation allowance
is available. Frequent travel to field sites in Kuria West District, and
to regional and national level meetings is expected.
To Apply
Please apply online at http://nuruinternational.theresumator.com and upload your resume/CV and cover letter, outlining how your
skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Nuru International is an Equal Opportunity Employer