Field Officer - Bungoma County

Employment Opportunity - in accordance to Job group Salary, to be discussed after Shortlisting.

Qualifications:

Diploma in General Agriculture from recognized institution.

Two years working experience in a busy busy organization in required field including providing extension services to farmers.

Knowledge of passion fruits and oranges value chain (fruits varieties, qualities, shelf life, best graft in region) is highly appreciated.

Data collection skills.

Keen eye on details.

Roles and responsibilities:

Data collection and ensure farmers compliance in agricultural practices.

Coordinate team for sourcing, harvesting, sorting, weighing, storage before sells.

Daily field visits to ensure quality standards are met and monitor all activities.

Organizing farmers in groups and as per the product that one is handling.

Assist in marketing and market survey of produce.

Engage with government offices responsible for agriculture produce handled within the region.

Participate in testing of new seeds and farming methods, and introduction of new crops in region.

Train farmers in best and effective methods