AIC Health Ministries Agronomist Jobs in Kenya
AIC Health Ministries Agronomist Jobs in Kenya
ScopeFood security and livelihoods remains critical in AIC-Health Ministries operations for communities to realize their development needs.
Kenya’s Vision 2030 identifies agriculture
as one of the key economic sectors expected to drive national development.
In an effort to realize this goal, AICHM livelihood project through the support of its development partners are seeking the services of an agronomist to continue offering/ implement livelihood support project to strengthen food security and improve the standards of living in Nasinyono community in Turkana County.
The candidate must have a thorough understanding of production agriculture concepts and techniques.
Must be a motivated, self-starter, identifying goals to be accomplished daily/annually.
Requires individual with problem solving and solution minded techniques.
Experience Required, Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Under the overall supervision of the Head of programs and direct Supervision of
Program coordinator, the incumbent shall be responsible for supporting the projects
under livelihood by assisting in the implementation of field activities, mobilizing
communities, collecting data and information, organizing events, monitoring and
reporting progress of daily activities of the livelihoods component of the program in
the field.
Knowledge of field plot design and experimental procedure
Be familiar with proper identification of plant disease and insect pests affecting
cereals and field crops.
Working knowledge of and the ability to safely operate research planting and
harvest equipment, spray equipment operation/calibration, and all associated
maintenance.
Be able to identify and diagnose field-plant-soil causal organisms and appropriate
symptoms.
Assist in conducting interviews and collecting information on target beneficiaries
for livelihood activities during assessments.
Assist in arranging community meetings by inviting participants, arranging for venue and other logistical aspects of the meeting.
Provide general assistance in the implementation of the project tasks in the project work plan.
Assist in monitoring activities of project beneficiaries according to work plans and
reports deviations and delays.
Maintain documents and records of each beneficiary file as required by Project.
Provide support with counselling and Referral System (ICRS) Mechanism through a combination of hands-on training and self-directed learning.
Assist in reporting all issues on livelihood components.
Provide logistical assistance as required.
Submit report on the daily status of the project.
Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Competencies
Accountability
Accepts and gives constructive criticism
Follows all relevant procedures, processes, and policies
Meets deadline, cost, and quality requirements for outputs
Monitors own work to correct errors
Takes responsibility for meeting commitments and for any shortcomings
Client Orientation
Identifies the immediate and peripheral clients of own work
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with clients
Identifies and monitors changes in the needs of clients, including donors,
governments, and project beneficiaries
Communication
Actively shares relevant information
Clearly communicates, and listens to feedback on, changing priorities and procedures
Writes clearly and effectively, adapting wording and style to the intended audience
Listens effectively and communicates clearly, adapting
delivery to the audience
Creativity and Initiative
Proactively develops new ways to resolve problems
Leadership and Negotiation
Convinces others to share resources
Presents goals as shared interests
Planning and Organizing
Sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others
Identifies priority activities and assignments for self and others
Organizes and documents work to allow for planned and unplanned handovers
Identifies risks and makes contingency plans
Professionalism
Masters subject matter related to responsibilities
Identifies issues, opportunities, and risks central to responsibilities
Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes
equal gender participation
Persistent, calm, and polite in the face of challenges and stress
Treats all colleagues with respect and dignity
Works effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to relevant cultural contexts
Knowledgeable about and promotes AICHM core mandate.
Teamwork
Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment
Contributes to, and follows team objectives
Gives credit where credit is due
Seeks input and feedback from others
Delegates tasks and responsibilities as appropriate
Actively supports and implements final group decisions
Takes joint responsibility for team's work
Technological Awareness
Learns about developments in available technology
Proactively identifies and advocates for cost-efficient technology solutions
Understands applicability and limitation of technology and seeks to apply it to appropriate work
Experience Required
Knowledge of field plot design and experimental procedure.
Be familiar with proper identification of plant disease and insect pests affecting
cereals and field crops.
Working knowledge of and the ability to safely operate research planting and
harvest equipment, spray equipment operation/calibration, and all associated
maintenance.
Be able to identify and diagnose field-plant-soil causal organisms and appropriate
symptoms.
At least 4 years professional work experience in the field of livelihood - including implementation of peace-building, agricultural or economic recovery projects in
emergency/post conflict locations.
Experience in community mobilization.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
Writes and submits reports on regular basis and ability to outline good practices
and success stories.
Education Required
Degree in Agronomy, Plant or Soil Science or related fields from an accredited
university or experience equivalent
Languages
Required
Excellent command of spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
Knowledge of local language would be an advantage.
Work Environment
Work performed outdoors in a production agricultural environment within Nasinyono
Community in Turkana West subcounty Turkana County.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; AIC Health Ministries Agronomist Jobs in Kenya
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