Reporting To: Field Coordinator
Qualification/ Experience
- Assist in the implementation of
agricultural activities outlined in the project, including but not limited
to:
- Capacity building through training
programs on good agronomic practices.
- Work with our WASH team to establish and
maintain a farming irrigation system in two farms in Wajir County.
- Distribution of certified seeds and tools
to local farmers.
- Support the formation and support of
farmers’ cooperatives.
- Strengthening linkages between farmers
and markets as well as financial institutions
- Collaborate with County government staff
and other stakeholders to promote climate-smart agricultural practices and
technologies.
- Work with the entire project team to
conduct feasibility studies on fodder production and landscaping, and
facilitate the purchase and distribution of fodder seedlings.
- Provide technical support to farmers on
planting, weeding, harvesting, and storage of fodder.
- Assist in the construction and management
of agricultural infrastructure such as warehouses and fodder stores.
- Engage with local communities, county
government, and other partners to ensure effective implementation and
sustainability of agricultural interventions.
- Prepare project plans, reports and
updates.
Job Field: Programmes
About the project
Building
Resilience and Adaptation to Climate Change (BREAC) is a dynamic project
committed to implementing inclusive climate adaptation and resilience
strategies at the grassroots level. Our mission is to enhance the adaptive
capacity and resilience of communities facing the challenges of climate change.
We focus on key development areas including food security, water sanitation,
climate change adaptation, and cash transfer programming. Central to our
approach is inclusivity and gender empowerment, ensuring that all community
members benefit from our interventions.
Role Overview
We
are seeking a highly motivated Assistant Agriculture Officer to join our team
in implementing agricultural activities aimed at enhancing food security and
livelihoods in target communities. The successful candidate will play a crucial
role in supporting farmers through capacity building, technical assistance, and
project coordination.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the implementation of
agricultural activities outlined in the project, including but not limited
to:
- Capacity building through training
programs on good agronomic practices.
- Work with our WASH team to establish and
maintain a farming irrigation system in two farms in Wajir County.
- Distribution of certified seeds and tools
to local farmers.
- Support the formation and support of
farmers’ cooperatives.
- Strengthening linkages between farmers
and markets as well as financial institutions
- Collaborate with County government staff
and other stakeholders to promote climate-smart agricultural practices and
technologies.
- Work with the entire project team to
conduct feasibility studies on fodder production and landscaping, and
facilitate the purchase and distribution of fodder seedlings.
- Provide technical support to farmers on
planting, weeding, harvesting, and storage of fodder.
- Assist in the construction and management
of agricultural infrastructure such as warehouses and fodder stores.
- Engage with local communities, county
government, and other partners to ensure effective implementation and
sustainability of agricultural interventions.
- Prepare project plans, reports and
updates.
Qualifications and experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture,
Agronomy, or related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in
agricultural development projects, preferably in a rural context.
- Demonstrated knowledge of drip irrigation
systems, crop management techniques, and livestock fodder production.
- Strong communication and interpersonal
skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Proven ability to plan, organize, and
implement agricultural activities in a participatory manner.
- Familiarity with gender-responsive
approaches to agriculture and climate resilience is desirable.
- Fluency in English and Swahili; knowledge
of Somali language will be an advantage.
- Willingness to travel frequently within
the project area and work in challenging environments.
How To Apply
Interested
and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment.irk@islamic-relief.or.ke using
the position as subject of email.