RTI International
RTI is an independent, non-profit
organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research
that improves the human condition.
RTI is recruiting candidates for an US government - funded program in Kenya
RTI is recruiting candidates for an US government - funded program in Kenya
RTI is currently partnering on nearly 30
projects in East Africa, including activities focused on private sector-driven
agricultural growth in Rwanda and youth employment in Kenya.
To build on these efforts, RTI is currently
seeking professionals for the USAID-funded Feed the Future Crop and Dairy
Market Systems Development Activity in Kenya.
Candidates should be fluent in
English.
We are currently accepting CVs/resumes for
the following:
Senior Program Specialist 2 (Senior
Agricultural Policy & Institutional Capacity Building Specialist)
Responsible for engaging public sector
stakeholders, including county governments, to facilitate improvements to the
agricultural policy environment and public-private sector relationships.
This position will be in Nairobi, Kenya,
with frequent travel to Western and Eastern Kenya.
Qualifications:
·
Master’s
degree in public administration, economics, business, agricultural or rural
development and at least 9 years of experience in agricultural policy or market
systems projects.
·
Experience
in economic growth, agricultural development, or governance programs is
required.
·
Demonstrated
understanding of private sector agribusiness and investment; Knowledge of
market facilitation approach.
·
Demonstrated
success building relationships with Kenyan government and private sector
stakeholders.
Technical Advisor 3 (Access to
Finance Specialist)
Responsible for facilitating linkages
between financial services and agribusinesses. Support the development of
financial products tailored for value chain actors.
This position will be in Nairobi, Kenya,
with frequent travel to Western and Eastern Kenya.
Qualifications:
·
Master’s
degree in business administration, agricultural economics, finance, or a
related field and at least 6 years of experience in agricultural finance,
banking, investment, or value chain/market systems projects.
·
Knowledge
of market facilitation approach.
Senior Program Coordinator 2 (Regional
Market Systems Managers Kisumu and Eastern Kenya)
Responsible for building relationships with
public and private sector stakeholders, overseeing interventions, and managing
staff and project partners.
This position will be based in Eldoret and
a TBD location in Eastern Kenya, with frequent travel within regional areas of
responsibility.
Qualifications:
·
Master’s
degree in international development, economics, business, agricultural or rural
development and at least 9 years of demonstrated management experience in
managing value chain or agri-business projects.
·
At
least 12 years’ experience in economic growth, value chain development, or
agricultural development programs is required.
·
Knowledge
of market facilitation approach (M4P) is required.
Human Resources Manager 1 (Office and
Human Resource Manager)
Responsible for overall office management,
including the oversight of drivers, logistics, and office equipment. Provides
HR support to the project, including administration, management, new hire
orientation, and recruitment support for project staff.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in HR, business, or related
and at least 6 years of experience in human resources administration or
Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or related and at least ten years of
experience in area of human resources and office administration.
Experience with USAID preferred. In
addition, we are accepting expressions of interest for additional
positions.
Preferred candidates will have specific
experience in agricultural value chain development and financial services
development in Kenya.
·
Program
Specialist 3 (Agricultural Extension Facilitation Specialist)
·
Program
Specialist 3 (Agricultural Input Systems Specialist)
·
Program
Specialist 3 (Nutrition/Behaviour Change Communications specialist)
·
Grants
Specialist 3(Grants Coordinator)
·
Procurement
and Logistics Specialist 3) Procurement Specialist
·
Information
technology Specialist 2(IT Specialist)
How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV/resume
to F_Agrecruit@rti.org.English language CVs preferred.
Please put position title and applicant name
in the Subject Line.
RTI offers competitive compensation and
benefits and robust home office project support.
Only short-listed candidates will be
contacted.
RTI International is proud to be an equal
opportunity employer.
Website: www.rti.org