Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:
Should be 25 years and above
Be a holder of at least a diploma in Agronomy, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Crop science or its equivalent.
Have a minimum of grade C plain at KCSE
Have at least 3 years relevant experience in agronomy, agribusiness advisory, or working with smallholder farmers. Experience with financial institutions an added advantage
Good knowledge of local crops, soils, seasons in the lager Eastern and Central parts of Kenya. Knowledge of Agri-value chains and climate-smart agriculture
Training/facilitation skills, report writing, motorcycle riding license, data collection tools
Hold a valid certificate of good conduct (to be provided once successful)
Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Excellent verbal and written communication
Duties and Responsibilities
Create Appraisal and Risk
Check farm plans and farming viability before loan approval.
Lower risk by advising on safe crops and weather.
Guide organization to Connect farmers to buyers, shops, and insurance.
Training and Capacity Building
Check farm plans and farming viability before loan approval.
Lower risk by advising on safe crops and weather.
Guide organization to Connect farmers to buyers, shops, and insurance.
Client Support and Monitoring
Visit farms often to check on performance.
Give field advice on pests, fertilizer, and weather..
Watch loan health and spot early warning signs.
Product Development and Reporting
Help improve loan products using field facts.
Send in monthly reports on farm visits and risk.
Build links with the relevant stakeholders
End Date 31st August 2026