Coffee Farm Extension Training Program – Kisumu Job KPCU

Coffee Farm Extension Training Program – Kisumu Job

Terms: Sponsored Training with Self-Employment Opportunity Post-Training Training Details:

• Venue: Coffee Research Institute and designated county training centers
  Duration: One week of intensive theory and practical training
  Certification: Certificate of Completion issued jointly by New KPCU and the Coffee Research Institute
  Cost: Training is fully sponsored. Trainees will cater for their own transport.
  Roles After Training: Upon successful completion, trained Extension Champions will:
• Provide private extension services to farmers in their wards.
  Train farmers on Good Agricultural Practices (GAPS) to boost yields.
  Support rehabilitation of abandoned or underperforming coffee farms. Promote adoption of quality planting materials supplied through the program.
  Mobilize and organize farmers into cooperatives or farmer groups.
  Assist farmers with record-keeping, crop monitoring, and basic farm management.

How Trainees will Earn from Services

Extension Champions will levy farmers a reasonable service fee agreed upon at the ward level through cooperatives or farmer groups, and approved by the Standing County Technical Committee. Champions will work with cooperatives to streamline collection of service fees through cooperative deductions or mobile money payments, ensuring transparency and accountability. Champions are encouraged to enter into formal service agreements with cooperatives or farmer groups.
Eligibility:

Applicants must:

• Hold a Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics, or related fields.
• Be residents of the ward they wish to serve (proof required).
• Demonstrate passion for transforming rural livelihoods through sustainable coffee farming.
• Have effective communication and teamwork skills.

Added Advantage:

• Previous experience in coffee farming, cooperatives, or agricultural extension. Familiarity with digital tools for data collection.
• Knowledge of coffee agronomy and post-harvest techniques.

How to Apply

Application Requirements:

Submit:

Detailed CV
Copies of academic and professional certificates
Copy of National ID and proof of ward residency
Brief cover letter indicating the Ward you wish to serve

Interested persons who meet the requirements should submit their application in a sealed envelope, through the post office, email to recruitment@newkpcuplc.go.ke, or hand delivery, together with a copy of a detailed CV, copies of Academic certificates, national identity card and telephone contacts of three referees, to reach the Company by 1700hrs on Tuesday, 12th August 2025 (East African Time).
The application should be addressed to:

THE MANAGING DIRECTOR NEW KENYA PLANTERS

CO-OPERATIVE UNION PO BOX 59638-00200,

WAKULIMA HOUSE, HAILE SELASSIE AVENUE,

NAIROBI

Further enquiries can be sought by emailing: enquiries@newkpcuplc.go.ke. Details of the post can also be accessed on our official website www.newkpcuplc.go.ke/careers.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Youth(18-35 years) and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.