Farm Africa is a different
kind of charity, working to end hunger and bring prosperity to rural
Africa.
We work with different
types of farmers (pastoralists, agro-pastoralist, smallholders and forest
dwellers) in a range of regions in eastern Africa.
We work with them, and
other stakeholders, to develop, test, and support the roll-out of successful
solutions to achieve long-term improvements in their lives.
We believe Africa has the
power to feed itself.
We are currently seeking a Project intern – livestock, for the Farm Africa - AMREF Kenya WASH and Food Security Integrated Project.
You will be assisting the Project officer – crops, to introduce and promote the tested Farm Africa dairy goat model.
We are currently seeking a Project intern – livestock, for the Farm Africa - AMREF Kenya WASH and Food Security Integrated Project.
You will be assisting the Project officer – crops, to introduce and promote the tested Farm Africa dairy goat model.
As part of your active role
as an important member of the AMREF – Farm Africa partnership project team, you
will:
- Be guided by
the Project Officer (PO) and other partner staff to develop effective and
coherent plans for the livestock and agriculture component
- Assist the
PO to ensure effective and successful planning, budgeting, management and
implementation of the entire project as guided
- Assist the
PO to build the capacity of the local communities, enabling them to manage
their agricultural and livestock resources and livelihoods sustainably
We are looking for someone with a passion for working with rural
small holder farmers and with a level of academic and/or professional
background that demonstrate an understanding of farmer participatory research,
data collection and analysis.
You will have a relevant certificate or diploma level qualification and sound knowledge of the livestock sub-sector development and policy environment in Kenya.
Please be advised that Farm Africa will pay a small stipend to the successful candidate and will in addition cover other project facilitation costs within the project limitations. Such may include allowances, transport and accommodation while on field visits. Medical expenses are not covered.
If you would like to apply for this short term contract please submit max 3-page Curriculum Vitae and a one page application letter with the reference: ‘2013 PI - Livestock’ in the subject line to: kenyarecruitment@farmafrica.org by 5.00pm, Friday 5th April 2013.
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
You will have a relevant certificate or diploma level qualification and sound knowledge of the livestock sub-sector development and policy environment in Kenya.
Please be advised that Farm Africa will pay a small stipend to the successful candidate and will in addition cover other project facilitation costs within the project limitations. Such may include allowances, transport and accommodation while on field visits. Medical expenses are not covered.
If you would like to apply for this short term contract please submit max 3-page Curriculum Vitae and a one page application letter with the reference: ‘2013 PI - Livestock’ in the subject line to: kenyarecruitment@farmafrica.org by 5.00pm, Friday 5th April 2013.
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
How to apply:
For more information on the work of Farm Africa, please visit our website: www.farmafrica.org
For more information on the work of Farm Africa, please visit our website: www.farmafrica.org
