Location: Changamwe & Eldoret
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership and
Program implementation (45%)
Ensure
capacity building of the staff, and farmers and where applicable implement for
effective engagement in the Local Value Chain development/Inclusive Market
System Development…
To
provide advice, mentoring, motivation, supervision and support for Project
staff in Local Value Chain Development/iMSD interventions.
Market
actors mapping per AP and development of engagement plan and platforms such as
Business to Business for enhanced farmers’ profitability along key value chains
supported through Building Secured Livelihood model (BSL)
Provide a leadership role in working with the project staff in the formation, strengthening and capacity building of households and producer groups in Local value Chain Development/iMSD interventions.
In
liaison with the field staff, explore and establish aggregation centres among
the producer groups areas and other strategic points where needful and feasible.
Oversee
establishment of Business-to-Business Forums, production groups, marketing
groups and enhanced collective marketing of produce.
Develop
practical Local Value Chain Development/iMSD training materials and references
according to local context and conduct relevant training sessions for staff,
partners, local authorities, and other stakeholders.
Support
Project Staff in facilitating the formation of Producer Groups within the
project implementation areas.
Engagements
with respective counties and National government for more investment in
infrastructure development to support Local Value Chain development
Provide
quality assurance for LVCD/iMSD project models implementation, in accordance to
WVKs Strategy.
Work
with government staff and other key stakeholders to guide farmers in their
respective producer groups do farming as per the market demand.
Monitoring, Evaluation
Accountability, Learning and Innovation (30%)
Carry
out participatory market research and value chain analysis for selected and
prioritized value chains (for on-farm and off-farm)
Develop
tools, frameworks and resources to enable better Local Value Chain Development
& Inclusive Market System Development integration in THRIVE Project
Coordinate
field level monitoring of Local Value Chain Development/ iMSD interventions and
the implementing partners.
Track
and report against Local Value Chain Development/iMSD indicators in THRIVE
project.
Working
closely with the DMEAL coordinator, generate Quality & Accurate quarterly,
semi-annual and annual reports informed by Monthly Management Reports and in
line with support office requirements and regulations.
In
liaison with the DMEAL coordinator and the field program managers, develop a
regular schedule for monitoring and support visits and organize reflection and
learning forums on Local Value Chain Development interventions
Lead
the capacity building initiatives of communities and partners on monitoring and
ensure participatory data collection on Local Value Chain Development/ iMSD
initiatives
Review
and provide technical feedback on project results and reports to donors in
order to ensure quality with a focus on Local Value Chain Development.
Identify
successful LVCD/iMSD practices in the project that can be showcased in
publications, communication materials and conferences
Prepare
communications materials that highlight the Project’s LVCD/iMSD programming,
successes and lessons learnt.
Engagement Networking and
Advocacy (20%)
Establish
and sustain working relationships with key THRIVE stakeholders including, local
value chain partners.
Mapping
of key buyers at the Field & National level and fostering buyer seller
agreements with farmers for maximum profitability.
Engagements
with respective counties for more investment in infrastructure development to
support Local Value Chain development.
Strengthen
linkages between the Project and other WVK programs
Ensure
program representation in key strategic LVCD technical working groups and
forums at the county and national level
Actively
participate in the Project meetings, and other WVK forums and meetings as
appropriate
Others: (5%)
Perform
any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor or designee from time to time.
Participate
and contribute to committees and task forces which you may be appointed to.
Participate
and lead devotions as appropriate.
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
Minimum
4 years’ experience in community development work implementing Livelihoods
& Resilience programs.
Demonstrated
understanding and experience on Economic empowerment and specifically through
Local Value Chains Development/Inclusive Market System Development.
Bachelor’s
degree in Agribusiness Management, Entrepreneurship, Agricultural Economics,
Horticulture, Agriculture Extension, or a closely related field from a
recognized University.
An
understanding of poverty analysis and livelihood security frameworks; Value
Chain Development, Making Markets Work for the Poor.
Proven
track record as a staff and community trainer and capacity builder in mindset
change, agricultural production, on-farm and off-farm Local value chain
development, marketing and financial inclusion.
Demonstrated
understanding and experience in Results-Based management, staff capacity
development, development of community capacity and community-based
organizations, linking of professional, academic and community-based learning
models
Ability
to build capacity of staff on Local Value Chain Development and Inclusive
Market System Development technical fields;
Ability
to take initiative, solve complex problems, exercise independent judgment;
Ability
to work with minimum supervision;
A
team player, capable of building staff and partners in economic development
activities
Cross-cultural
sensitivity, and emotional maturity.
How
To Apply
