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CHF International CHF International is an
international development organization whose mission is to be a catalyst for
long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the
world, helping them improve their social, economic, and environmental
conditions.
CHF International is seeking candidates for the following positions to support its OFDA funded program which seeks to build resiliency and food security among targeted groups in Eastern Kenya (Kitui, Mwingi and Tharaka).
Field Officers
For Kitui, Mwingi and Tharaka Offices
Overview:
Responsible for participating in and managing all mobilization and outreach activities and for coordinating and supporting trainings, technical assistance and other program activities in the target area.
The Field Officer is also responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the site office including ensuring accurate program records.
This position requires significant (80%) time in the field.
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree or higher diploma in international development, community development, agriculture or related field; 3-5 years in development and emergency livelihoods interventions in Kenya
Agriculture Officer
Overview: Provide technical oversight and guidance in development of agriculture training materials, lead agriculture training and TA activities, support efforts to build market linkages for assisted farmers, oversee roll out kitchen garden activities, support seed fairs and monitor roll out and outcomes of agriculture related activities.
This position is based in Kitui with significant travel to Mwingi and Tharaka.
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree or higher diploma in agriculture. Prior experience in managing, training and implementing agricultural based projects in Kenya. At least 5 years of relevant experience in agricultural and rural development.
Program Coordinator
Overview: Responsible for coordinating and managing program activities to ensure compliance, consistency and quality in approaches across the various program sites as well as with other related programs in the areas to maximize program opportunities and avoid duplication.
The Program Coordinator is also responsible for coordinating outreach efforts as well as delivery of roll out goods and services. This position is based in Kitui with significant travel to Mwingi and Tharaka.
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in community development, agriculture, economics or other related field and 4 years experience working for development agencies, Demonstrated management experience.
For the detailed Position Descriptions, please visit the Vacancies section of the CHF website at
www.chfkenya.org.
The deadline for applications is 23 April 2012.
Applicants are to submit their application letters with detailed CV to vacancies@chfkenya.org with the title of the position being applied for in the subject heading and in the application letter.
Address applications letters to: CHF Country Director.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
CHF is an equal opportunity employer.
CHF International is seeking candidates for the following positions to support its OFDA funded program which seeks to build resiliency and food security among targeted groups in Eastern Kenya (Kitui, Mwingi and Tharaka).
Field Officers
For Kitui, Mwingi and Tharaka Offices
Overview:
Responsible for participating in and managing all mobilization and outreach activities and for coordinating and supporting trainings, technical assistance and other program activities in the target area.
The Field Officer is also responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the site office including ensuring accurate program records.
This position requires significant (80%) time in the field.
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree or higher diploma in international development, community development, agriculture or related field; 3-5 years in development and emergency livelihoods interventions in Kenya
Agriculture Officer
Overview: Provide technical oversight and guidance in development of agriculture training materials, lead agriculture training and TA activities, support efforts to build market linkages for assisted farmers, oversee roll out kitchen garden activities, support seed fairs and monitor roll out and outcomes of agriculture related activities.
This position is based in Kitui with significant travel to Mwingi and Tharaka.
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree or higher diploma in agriculture. Prior experience in managing, training and implementing agricultural based projects in Kenya. At least 5 years of relevant experience in agricultural and rural development.
Program Coordinator
Overview: Responsible for coordinating and managing program activities to ensure compliance, consistency and quality in approaches across the various program sites as well as with other related programs in the areas to maximize program opportunities and avoid duplication.
The Program Coordinator is also responsible for coordinating outreach efforts as well as delivery of roll out goods and services. This position is based in Kitui with significant travel to Mwingi and Tharaka.
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in community development, agriculture, economics or other related field and 4 years experience working for development agencies, Demonstrated management experience.
For the detailed Position Descriptions, please visit the Vacancies section of the CHF website at
www.chfkenya.org.
The deadline for applications is 23 April 2012.
Applicants are to submit their application letters with detailed CV to vacancies@chfkenya.org with the title of the position being applied for in the subject heading and in the application letter.
Address applications letters to: CHF Country Director.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
CHF is an equal opportunity employer.
