RSS Group Agriculture Experts Jobs in Kenya
RSS Group Agriculture Experts Jobs in Kenya
Research Support Services Ltd (RSS Group) is an independent employee-owned research consulting and institutional strengthening firm established to conduct health, policy, social, agricultural, environmental and development research through innovation, partnership and capacity building, with the aim of promoting evidence-based decision-making.
RSS is currently looking to engage two (2) dynamic and experienced consultants to provide short-term technical assistance in the roles of an Agricultural Economist and Agribusiness / Value Chain Specialist.
The successful individuals shall join a team of like-minded experts in conducting needs analysis and policy reviews of an anticipated agricultural project in Kenya. This is a senior role in the project with high impact on policy.
Key Qualifications
We are seeking qualified and self-motivated individuals with the following key qualifications;
Advanced Degree in Agricultural Economics, Food Processing, Agribusiness Management or Statistics; Significant practical experience shall be considered in lieu of advanced qualifications;
Excellent skills in microeconomics, agricultural development models, policy review / formulation, econometrics and project evaluations gained from engagements within Africa; Practical experience in agro-processing needs analysis, impact evaluations, microeconomics and/or agricultural statistics;
Good knowledge of the crops sub-sector in Kenya; In-depth understanding of Kenya socio-cultural context, rural and poor communities; Specific experience as a senior team member in agricultural research projects along the production and processing nodes within tea, coffee and cash crop value chains will be a plus;
Experience in coordinating research projects and managing cross-functional teams for Projects or Programmes in the Agribusiness sector in Africa; Past experience in processor-centric agricultural surveys as well as household studies within smallholder cash-crop farmers in poor and rural communities;
Strong capacity to create linkages with producers, processors, and national and county governments
in the agriculture sector; ability to obtain necessary permits and clearances from National Government and relevant local authorities.
Strategic thinker with proven capability to translate research findings into concrete policies, action plans and roadmap; with a specific focus on agricultural value chains, agribusiness development, rural finance, rural markets, gender and economic empowerment;
Proven record of ethical conduct including research ethics and track-record for delivering highly successful project results; Excellent report writing and presentation skills; Project management capability, team player, attention to detail and ability to negotiate with ease.
Strong supervision, project management and organizational skills;
Excellent written and verbal skills in English and Kiswahili; Good interpersonal, translation and negotiating skills;
Good working knowledge of office computer applications;
The assignment shall be conducted within the Republic of Kenya between October 2020 and January 2021.
How to Apply
If feel you are the right person we are looking for, send a cover letter outlining how you are qualified for the assignment, copies of academic certificates and CV to;
recruitment@rssgroup.co.ke
Ensure you state the vacancy reference “Agriculture Expert: RSS/2020/08/002/AFA” in the subject line.
Applications MUST be received on or before 31st August 2020.
Applications shall be processed on a rolling basis and final award is contingent to client funding.
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