The Technical Advisor provides expert guidance and leadership for implementing innovative agricultural productivity and sustainability initiatives under Kenya\\\'s USDA Food for Progress program. The role emphasizes capacity building, livestock and dairy development, precision agriculture, and climate-smart farming practices to enhance productivity and meet USDA objectives.

Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, Livestock Development, or related fields.
• Experience:
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience providing technical advisory services in Kenya’s agricultural sector, focusing on maize, rice, poultry, and livestock development.
• Proven expertise in climate-smart agriculture, precision farming, and sustainable agricultural practices.
• Familiarity with USDA standards, including productivity indicators and environmental sustainability guidelines.
• Skills:
• Advanced knowledge of agricultural innovation, value chain development, and rural development strategies.
• Strong facilitation and training skills for capacity-building initiatives.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Languages

• Proficiency in English; fluency in Kiswahili and familiarity with local dialects (e.g., Luo, Kalenjin) is preferred.