KPR Gardeners Club Regional Coordinator Job Vacancy

Regional Coordinator

KPR - Gardeners Club, division Seed bank, is currently looking for a Regional Coordinator for our Seeds Conservation Program. 

The aim of this project is to make collection of seeds of local crop varieties and wild plants species in Kenya.

Position Summary
Each Regional Coordinator will have responsibility for overseeing the initiative in a specific region. 

The major duties of the Regional Coordinator include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Contacting local farmers to obtain a seed sample of local crop varieties
• Contacting local farmers or wild plants collectors to obtain a seed sample of local forms of wild plants
• Process seed samples for export to our Seed bank

Job Requirements

The candidate is expected to have extensive background knowledge and experience in local agricultural system.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to identify at least basic plant species
• Education in fields such as Agricultural, Biology or other closely related fields
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Fluency in local languages and proficiency in English are essential

How to Apply

We invite all candidates meeting the required qualifications to submit applications including a cover letter and detailed CV through http://www.kpr.eu/en/vacancies/ , clearly indicating the position title "Regional coordinator". 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Women are highly encouraged to apply.