Advisor CAADP / ATVET
Project
/ Field of activity
The
Local Expert will work as a national Project Manager of the NEPAD-GIZ Project
to support the implementation of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture
Development Programme (CAADP) in Kenya.
Since 2007, implementation of CAADP has been receiving support from the German Government through the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), the CAADP-GIZ Support “Pan-African Reform Processes in the Field of Agribusiness Promotion”.
In
2012, a new project component “Promotion of Technical Vocational Education and
Training for the Agricultural Sector in Africa through NEPAD/CAADP
(CAADP-ATVET)” was launched.
A
local Kenyan expert is being recruited as the Coordinator of the process and
Technical Officer to the Ministry of Agriculture through its Directorate of
Extension and Training and also other relevant Directorates and Ministries
(e.g. Ministry of Education), network partners, private sector associations and
training centres.
The
expert is expected to work in tandem with the local expert in Ghana and
supports the ATVET Advisor at the NEPAD Agency in Midland, South Africa, to
ensure the efficient project implementation of the project.
In
addition, he will consult closely with the German backstopping expert,
especially in terms of the operational planning and implementation strategies.
During
the project implementation the local expert communicates all relevant aspects
of the implementation process to allow timely interventions by the German
expert.
Responsibilities
The
following general and specific tasks are expected in close cooperation with the
continental project coordinator:”
- Coordination
of the project’s interventions and activities in Kenya under the guidance
of ASCU and in particular the ASCU Thematic Working Group on Research and
Extension
- Organizing,
planning and implementing conferences, seminars, workshops, educational
missions, etc.
- Contribute
to further development of policies and good practices in Agricultural
Vocational Education and Training at all levels, private sector
participation and gender mainstreaming
- Communication
and elaboration of reporting material as requested by the NEPAD/ Agency
under the guidance of ASCU and in particular the ASCU Thematic Working
Group on Research and Extension
- Knowledge
management; development and maintenance of knowledge databases at national
and continental level
- Drawing
up of presentations, documents and reports as requested by CAADP Programme
staff
- Foster
cooperation of national CAADP teams and agricultural private sector
associations, individual private companies, farmer organisations, training
service providers and development partners
- Ensure
that results of ATVET activities are included into national agricultural
and educational policy agenda (NAIPs etc) and contribute to strengthening
of policy agenda
- Coordinate
activities with regards to Human capacity development of policy makers and
community based leaders on ATVET in Kenya
- Develop
a sustainable system for certification of technical and vocational
training measures and support the national government to set up adequate
training structures
- In
coordination with public and private service providers, as in the
development of curriculum for teacher training, leadership training and
skills development for value chains
- Facilitate
joint activities with the bilateral GIZ programmes in the agriculture
sector with vocational training centres in Kenya
Competencies
The
National Expert shall have a solid understanding of agricultural policy
advisory and experience in the implementation of technical vocational training
and education approaches in agriculture.
As
a local expert, he/she will be based at the partner organization and is
expected both to work in the context of the partner as well as within the
German Development Cooperation system and specifically GIZ and its procedures.
Strong leadership and managerial skills are required for this position.
The
national project manager should be familiar with value chain development
approaches, strategies to stimulate private sector participation and approaches
to promote entrepreneurial skills among smallholders.
The
Expert should also possess good communication, moderation and networking
skills, be politically and culturally sensitive.
Educational Qualifications
- M.Sc.
or other relevant qualification in Agriculture with experiences in
Vocational Training
Key
Competences
- Familiar
with sector development policies in Agriculture
- Knowledge
on Technical Vocational Education and Trainings systems in Africa
- Experience
in agricultural value chain development, business skills, financial
literacy and entrepreneurial skills promotion
- Experience
with German Development Cooperation
- Sound
IT competences
- Team
work and strong analytical skills
- Moderation
of workshops and events
- Familiar
with GIZ Processes and Procedures
- Fluency
in English is needed
- Valid
Driving License is an added advantage
Duration:
15/03/2013
till 31/12/2013
Benefits
offered
The
Benefit is for this position is consistent with GIZ Benefits and Remuneration
Policy in Kenya for local Advisors.
Salaries
and benefits are negotiable based on experience.
This
position will require a full time commitment and women candidates are strongly
encouraged to apply.
Applications
in hard copies only to be delivered to:
GIZ
PSDA
Attn:
Head of Finance and Administration
Maendeleo House Building
Monrovia Street,
Box 41607- 00100
Maendeleo House Building
Monrovia Street,
Box 41607- 00100
Nairobi,
Kenya
Clearly
Marked:
By:
Friday 22nd of February 2013
Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.