Agronomy Specialist Job Ministry of Agriculture

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Job Purpose

The Agronomy Specialist will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of crops value chain related interventions in the Programme and work closely with the other Technical Specialists.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Guidance on Climate-Smart Agronomic Practices

• Work closely with the implementing partners in the implementation of productivity and production enhancement interventions for the fruit trees and horticulture value chains
• Develop and maintain the partnerships with public, private sector and civil society organizations required for effective implementation of production and productivity enhancement activities for the crops value chains for sustainability

Training and Extension Services

• Coordinate all agricultural extension activities related to production, sustainable soil and water conservation, irrigation development, and processing

Integration of Agronomy with Natural Resource Management and Agribusiness

• In collaboration with the counties, sub-counties and service providers, coordinate all on-farm, soil and water management activities supported by the Programme
• Regularly review and refine the guidelines and procedures for the implementation of the matching grants for sustainable soil and water conservation and income generating activities, drawing on emerging experience
• In collaboration with the Agribusiness Development Specialist, coordinate the development of marketing strategies for crops commodities produced under the Programme and monitor the implementation of these strategies
• Coordinate all activities related to input subsidies for the supported crops value chain
• Collaborate with the Agribusiness Development Specialist to promote a market orientation among project beneficiaries under the crops value chains

Monitoring, Knowledge Sharing, and Innovation Uptake

• Supervise and monitor implementation of value chain activities with a focus on improving crops, fisheries and livestock diversification, productivity processing and input-output market enhancement
• Coordinate the preparation of the work plans and budgets, and progress reports for the relevant activities

Other Duties

Undertake any other duties assigned by the NPC

Academic Qualifications

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Biotechnology or a related field from a recognized university

Applicable Professional Experience

• Have at least seven (7) years continuous working experience in a similar field, five years of which should be in senior management position in a donor funded project
• Be familiar with technologies and innovations impacting agricultural development, rural livelihoods, conservation of natural resources, irrigation water management and extension services

Competencies and Skills

Have strong leadership and communication skills

How to Apply

Applicants must demonstrate relevant academic qualifications, professional certifications, and practical experience as outlined in the detailed job descriptions available in the Ministry’s website: www.kilimo.go.ke

Application Procedure

• Access the National Employment Authority’s Integrated Management System (NEAIMS) through neaims.go.ke
• Sign up as a Jobseeker/Intern (If not already signed up)
• Login and capture your CV/Profile comprehensively
• Submit your registration in the portal
• Apply for the position(s) of interest as advertised
• Frequently check on the status of your application and wait for shortlisting to be done.

Interested applicants are advised to sign up and apply for any of the above advertised positions through the neaims portal (www.neaims.go.ke).

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit the following documents:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copies of National ID, academic and professional certificates
• Supporting documents and testimonials
• Letter of recommendation from the current or recent Supervisor (Optional)

Successful candidates will be asked to submit documents that will indicate they adhere to the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution (2010)

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• All appointments are on performance-based contract terms and are subject to an IFAD No Objection.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development is an equal opportunity employer.
• Applications from women, youth, and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.
• Manual/paper applications will not be accepted.