SNV recruits 01 Agroecology and Biodiversity Advisor
SNV
Eldoret, Kenya
Agroecology and Biodiversity Advisor
Eldoret, KenyaFull-timeContract type: National employment contract
Company Description
About SNVSNV is a not-for-profit international development organization that applies practical know-how to make a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty. We use our extensive and long-term in-country presence to apply and adapt our top-notch expertise in agriculture, energy and WASH to local contexts. SNV has an annual turnover of €130 million, over 1,250 staff in more than 25 countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America. We are proud to be a not-for-profit organization that uses project financing to implement our mission. This requires us to work efficiently and to invest in operational excellence.
In its new Strategic Plan period (2019 – 2022), SNV will more explicitly aim for systems change during project preparation and implementation – by strengthening institutions and kick-starting markets that help many more to escape poverty beyond our projects. We will continue to position ourselves as a premium organization, with decentralized management.
For more information on our operations in Kenya and SNV generally visit our website: www.snv.org
About REALMS ProjectThe proposed Regenerative Agricultural practices for improved Livelihoods and Markets (REALMS) project aims to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers in Western Kenya and Western Rwanda through creating conditions for the adoption of regenerative agricultural practices. Both project areas are characterized by high population growth and increased demand for food, increasingly degraded lands, fragile landscapes and weakened livelihoods. By creating the appropriate conditions for the adoption by smallholders of regenerative agricultural practices the REALMS project will tackle these challenges.
Job DescriptionSNV is seeking an experienced professional with expertise in areas of conservation agriculture, agroecology, soil conservation and climate smart agricultural practices. The position holder will be responsible for guiding adoption of regenerative agricultural practices by farmers and agro-enterprises. S/he will coordinate with the project team and partners to contribute to analysis that will identify and stimulate investments for effective regenerative production systems. S/he will provide support to SMEs and farmer groups/cooperatives on the most appropriate climate integration strategies, which enhance income of producers and agribusinesses. The incumbent will contribute to the joint learning of smallholder producers agro-enterprises adoption of regenerative agriculture.
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide appropriate and targeted technical advice or assistance to REALMS, project staff and consultants on activities linked to the project.
Mentor and coach staff members and partner CSO partners on green growth agendaDevelop and apply training methods appropriate to the needs of the smallholder farmers and their organizationsGather and manage relevant knowledge (e.g. training materials such as manuals)Act as a focal point for any potential research project related to agroecology in the REALMS projectAct as focal point for potential research initiative in liaison with the M&E OfficerSupport partner organizations in their awareness raising and agroecology capacity linked to increasing adoption of regenerative and circular food systems especially by the smallholder farmers.Monitor and evaluate the implementation of partner organizations in all activities related to REALMS.Support and accompany the partner organizations in developing and applying their own monitoring systems as well as assessing and managing the risksEnsure strong communication and co-ordination with partner organizations, target groups and key stakeholders related to the regenerative agriculture and agroecologyRevise reports submitted by partner organizations regarding issues linked to REALMSSubmit visit reports to coordination office after each project visitNetwork with like-minded organizations in the field of agroecology in close collaboration with the other REALMS colleagues.
QualificationsUniversity degree in Agriculture (preferred in sustainable agriculture and/or organic farming) with demonstrated knowledge and experience in Agroecology or PermacultureAt least 3 years of working experience with elements of capacity building, accompaniment and knowledge management for staff and communities in NGOs or other civil society actorsdemonstrated experience as an advisor on agroecology, sustainable agriculture and organic farming with proved competences in one or several of the following fields: agroforestry, bio intensive gardening, sustainable land management practices, mixed cultivation, seed production and storage, climate change adaptation and mitigation, water harvesting and/or disaster risk reductionproven competences in knowledge management and disseminationProven competences in project management and PCM instrumentsExperience with working with farmers’ groupsExcellent written and oral skills in English and KiswahiliExcellent IT-skills (word, excel, power point)Ability to plan, set priorities and multitaskProven ability to work autonomously, in teams and multidisciplinaryExcellent communication and interpersonal skills; networking skills an assetKnowledge and experience in participatory approaches, gender approaches and/or working with youth an asset
Additional InformationContract duration – 2 Years
Location – Eldoret, Kenya
Application deadline: 06 November, 2020
How to applyInterested and qualified candidates should apply by clicking on the “I AM INTERESTED” tab on this page and submitting the below;
CV in English (as an attachment).Application letter in EnglishThe above should be submitted on or before 06 November 2020
NB: Only shortlisted will be contacted.
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