Extension Officer- Nyandarua NGO Job Green Belt Movement

Extension Officer- Nyandarua NGO Job

Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitate orientation and sensitization meetings with the community.
• Assist in planning and facilitation of various training in consultation with program staff.
• Provide technical support on sustainable agriculture, agroforestry, climate-smart practices, and natural resource management.
• Identify and nurture viable nature-based enterprise opportunities within the education structure.
• Support formation of groups in entrepreneurship, income generation, and financial literacy.
• Assist in facilitation of socio-economic and KAP (Knowledge, Attitude and Practices) surveys.
• Facilitate meetings for consultants and program staff with partners and the community.
• Consult communities and discuss with them how to maximize the impact of GBM’s assistance and their participation.
• Follow up, map, and keep track of all the tree nursery groups in the project area.
• Maintain a system for timely information and idea-sharing on lessons learned and changing circumstances on projects.
• Maintain partnerships and utilize existing partner resources for community capacity building.
• Work closely with Green Volunteers, Tree Nursery Groups, and support their capacity building.
• Facilitate the establishment of Community Groups and support them in registration processes.
• Monitor and supervise the activities of the Tree Nursery Groups.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct and work closely with other staff; maintain a close working relationship with relevant partner institutions.
• Source and organize secondary socio-economic information of the zone and wards.
• Source and compile training materials for users.
• Assist in facilitating community and people’s awareness for donor visits and meetings.
• Provide monthly progress reports on the project implementation or quarterly as required.
• Assist in mapping all the project activities via GPS and send the details to the GIS department in good time
• Provide necessary support in the implementation of GBM’s projects when needed.
• Represent GBM in stakeholders’ meetings upon request.
• Support and coordinate GBM projects with other stakeholders.
• Carry out other tasks as assigned by the organization.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resource Management, Business Administration, Community Development, Management, or a related field.
• Training on entrepreneurship, business development, or marketing is desirable.
• At least 2 years of experience in implementing environmental and/or development-related programs.
• Knowledge and experience in gender mainstreaming and social inclusion is an added advantage.
• A good understanding of the different systems of extension or fieldwork delivery.
• Good working knowledge and networks with local government authorities.
• Must be a resident or have strong community roots in the target county.
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to ride a motorbike is an added advantage.
• Excellent oral and written Kiswahili and English communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position:

Send your cover letter and CV in one document outlining your suitability to: jobs@greenbeltmovement.org

Deadline: 5th August 2025

Subject line: Extension Officer – (County of preference) Application

Do not include copies of your certificates.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.