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Why Kenya's Horticulture Sector Risks Losing Its Global Market Edge amid Rising Costs and Logistical Complexities
Horticulture industry is staring at share reduction in the international market following increase in cost of production and complexity of logistics, value chain players claim. Fresh Produce Exporters Association of Kenya (FPEAK) Chief executive Hosea Machuki Fresh produce exporters and growers are facing stiff competition from counterparts in other countries such as Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda,…
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Strategic Recommendations for Agribusiness Firms and Cooperatives in Developing Countries: Unlocking Value through Crop Transformation and Export Success
Agricultural exports are a cornerstone of economic development in low- and middle-income countries, offering pathways to poverty reduction, job creation, and foreign exchange earnings. However, unlocking this potential requires navigating complex challenges, including stringent international standards, market fragmentation, and underdeveloped infrastructure. For instance, developing countries account for 80% of the global population but only 40% of export values, with the least developed nations contributing just 1% of global agricultural exports. Meanwhile, value-added products like organic goods or specialty crops present untapped opportunities: the global organic market is valued at $17.5 billion, comparable to the coffee industry, yet certification costs and fragmented standards often hinder smallholders.
This article synthesizes actionable strategies for agribusinesses and cooperatives, drawing on successful case studies from Chile, Ethiopia, Pakistan, and others. By integrating lessons on technology adoption, value chain collaboration, and market readiness, firms can overcome barriers and capitalize on global demand.
Key Recommendations with Real-World Export Experiences
1. Invest in Adaptive Technologies and Farmer Education
Example (Chile): Small horticultural producers in Chile increased competitiveness by adopting drip irrigation and crop-improvement practices. Education levels and access to technical programs like PRODESAL, which combined training with socioeconomic support, were critical drivers of adoption. Farmers with higher education were 30% more likely to implement advanced technologies, boosting yields and market access.
Lesson: Pair scalable technologies (e.g., mobile-based disease detection tools) with farmer education programs to ensure sustained adoption.
2. Leverage Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) for Market Access
Example (Pakistan): The USAID Pakistan Regional Economic Integration Activity (PREIA) streamlined trade processes by launching the Pakistan Single Window, reducing customs clearance time by 50% and digitizing 91% of payments. This initiative aligned local regulations with international standards, enabling exporters to meet sanitary requirements for perishable goods.
Lesson: Advocate for PPPs to address macro-level barriers (e.g., certification bottlenecks, infrastructure gaps) and align products with global standards.
3. Target Niche Markets with Certified and Branded Products
Example (Ethiopia): Ethiopian coffee farmers faced stagnant growth in washed coffee exports despite international premiums. Constraints included lower labor productivity for wet mill processing and farmers’ reliance on dried cherries as a savings instrument due to negative real deposit rates. Smaller, "impatient" farmers adopted washing methods, but systemic barriers limited scalability.
Example (Kenya): The Kenyan Plant Health Inspectorate improved compliance with EU organic standards, enabling access to premium markets. Similarly, fair trade certifications (e.g., Max Havelaar Switzerland) have opened channels for ethically sourced products.
Lesson: Prioritize certifications (e.g., Fair Trade, organic) and branding to differentiate products. Address adoption barriers through financial incentives and savings alternatives.
4. Build Regional Export Networks Before Scaling Globally
Example (Georgia): The USAID INVEST program focused on regional exports to Europe, preparing 40 Georgian companies for international trade. By partnering with Enterprise Georgia, the initiative created a $5 million deal pipeline, emphasizing indirect exports (e.g., SMEs supplying anchor firms).
Example (Vietnam): As an "Asian Tiger," Vietnam prioritized regional markets before expanding globally, reducing logistical risks and building competitive resilience.
Lesson: Start with geographically closer or culturally familiar markets to build capacity and mitigate risks.
5. Embed Circular Economy Practices to Enhance Sustainability
Example (India): Fish waste recycling initiatives transformed by-products into leather and biofertilizers, reducing waste and diversifying revenue streams.
Example (Sub-Saharan Africa): Mobile-based payment systems and blockchain tools improved supply chain transparency, reducing post-harvest losses by 15%.
Lesson: Integrate circular models (e.g., agro-waste upcycling) to meet sustainability demands and access premium markets.
Conclusion
Agribusinesses in developing countries can thrive in global markets by adopting context-specific strategies that balance innovation with inclusiveness. Success stories from Chile’s PRODESAL program to Pakistan’s Single Window system demonstrate that overcoming export barriers requires a blend of technology, collaboration, and market intelligence.
Key priorities include:
1. Farmer-centric education to bridge technology gaps.
2. Strategic PPPs to align policies with global standards.
3. Niche market targeting through certifications and branding.
4. Regional market prioritization to build scalable export pipelines.
5. Sustainability integration to future-proof value chains.
By learning from these experiences, firms can transform challenges into opportunities—ensuring that value addition benefits both producers and global consumers. As Ethiopia’s coffee sector illustrates, even high-potential industries require systemic reforms (e.g., financial inclusion) to fully capitalize on global demand. The path to export success lies not in isolated interventions but in holistic, adaptive strategies that empower farmers, streamline trade, and elevate quality.
Footnote
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has been a cornerstone of agricultural transformation in developing nations, driving innovations such as the Green Revolution, which tripled staple crop yields, and supporting land tenure reforms that empowered smallholder farmers to invest in sustainable practices. Through programs like Feed the Future, USAID fostered climate-resilient farming, strengthened value chains, and expanded access to global markets—evidenced by Egypt’s horticultural export growth from $150 million to $1 billion annually under its technical and policy guidance. Collaborative initiatives, including the $1.4 billion investment in CGIAR research partnerships, lifted food production in developing countries by 7–8%.
Regrettably, the Trump administration’s 2025 shutdown of USAID has jeopardized these gains. Critical programs—such as Nigeria’s $2.3 million malaria tablet procurement and South Africa’s PEPFAR-funded HIV/AIDS response, which covered 20% of the nation’s treatment costs—face abrupt termination. The dissolution of agricultural projects, including Kenya’s dairy and horticulture value chains, underscores the void left by USAID’s absence. This decision not only halts decades of progress but also undermines global food security and the livelihoods of millions reliant on USAID’s technical, financial, and institutional support.
The agency’s legacy remains a testament to the power of sustained, collaborative development, a model now at risk without its guiding hand.
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Kenya Warehousing Market Outlook, Size, Growth Rate, Analysis, Major Players, Share & Forecast to 2023: Ken Research
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Market Overview
A warehouse is a sizable structure used to store produced goods and raw materials. It performs routine warehouse tasks that humans formerly carried out using machines and computers. These tasks include recognizing and accepting orders, counting things, storing them, later remembering their locations, and sending orders to the appropriate location.
The main drivers driving the growth of Kenya's warehousing segment include an increase in the volume of international trade, the entry of foreign rivals into the business, and the rising perishables market in Kenya.
Report Analysis
According to the research report, “Kenya Warehousing Market Outlook to 2023 – By Closed Normal, Open Yard, Closed Ac and Cold Storage; Contract and Owned Warehousing; Industrial Warehouses, ICD, and Cold Storage” emphasizes the expansion of e-commerce, which has increased consumer demand for products through online sales, which would lead to a rise in the warehousing market. The sector's consistent, rapid growth is another aspect that contributes to Kenya's strategic position as the entry point to East Africa and the accessibility of a huge supply of skilled labor.
The FMCG industry has dominated the warehousing market on the basis of increasing trade volume and middle-class customer demand for Asian finished products. In addition, the horticultural sector in Kenya is flourishing and calls for temperature-controlled storage for cut flowers, fresh fruits, and vegetables. Another well-liked sector that has progressively expanded as a result of rising purchasing power and the emergence of supermarkets is retail.
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Open yards usually referred to as god owns, are the most common type of warehouse in Kenya. Temperature-controlled bonded warehouses and specialized cold storage facilities are among the growing number of Grade B and Grade A warehouses. Normal a closed warehouse is more typical than an AC Closed warehouses offer just the most basic comforts, like security against burglary and inclement weather.
Key Players
DB Schenker, Siginon Group, Agility Logistics, Kuehne Nagel, Bollore Transport and Logistics, Freight Forwarders Kenya, etc. are some major key players in the Kenya Warehousing Market.
Regional Analysis
Kenya's two most important cities in terms of trade and logistics are Nairobi and Mombasa. As a result, these two areas in Kenya have become the center of the country's warehousing activity. The majority of these warehouses fall under the Grade C classification and are typically open yard warehouses. In Kenya, Eldoret, Thika, Nakuru, Kiambu, Machakos, and Kakamega are also hubs for warehousing. Investors and logistics businesses are currently looking to relocate to more accessible, less congested, and less expensive alternatives due to overcrowding in the key districts.
Future Outlook
Over the forecast period of 2018-2023, the market for warehousing is anticipated to grow at a double-digit CAGR due to Kenya's plans to become the continent of Africa's manufacturing and commerce industry. The need for freight forwarding and warehousing services is anticipated to rise as a result of rising local industrial and international trade volumes. The demand for modern warehouses and cold storage is also predicted to rise as a result of the influx of foreign investments into Kenyan markets, particularly in the horticulture export sector.
Key Segments Covered:-
Warehousing Market
Revenue By End User
FMCG
Horticulture
Retail
Revenue By Type of Warehouse
Closed Normal
Open Yard
Closed Ac
Cold Storage
Revenue By Contract and Integrated Logistics
Contract
Integrated
Revenue By Operation Model
Industrial/Retail
ICD/CFS
Cold Storage/Freezer/Chiller
Warehousing Space By Region
Nairobi
Mombasa
Others (Eldoret, Thika, Nakuru, Kiambu, Machakos, and Kakamega)
Key Target Audience
Logistics/Warehousing Companies
E-Commerce Logistics Companies
3PL Companies
Consultancy Companies
Real Estate Companies/ Industrial Developers
Time Period Captured in the Report:-
Historical Period: 2013-2018
Forecast Period: 2019-2023
Companies Covered:-
Bollore Transport and Logistics
DB Schenker
Siginon Group
Kuehne Nagel
Agility Logistics
Freight Forwarders Kenya
Key Topics Covered in the Report:-
Kenya Warehousing Market Overview
Value Chain of Kenya Warehousing Market
Kenya Warehousing Market Size
Kenya Warehousing Market Segmentation
Industry Norms and Regulations in Kenya Warehousing Market
Competitive Scenario in Kenya Warehousing Market
Company Profiles of Major Players in Kenya Warehousing Market
Kenya Warehousing Market Future Outlook and Projections
Future Technological Development in Kenya Warehousing Market
Kenya Warehousing Future Market Size
Kenya Warehousing Market Future Segmentation
Analyst Recommendations
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Kenya Warehousing Market Outlook to 2023: Ken Research
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Farm Africa Technical Assistants- Agronomists Job
Technical Assistants- Agronomists Job, Agricultural Jobs In Kenya JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION JOB TITLE: Technical Assistants- Agronomists REPORTS TO: Project Officers (PO) REPORTING TO POSTHOLDER: None LOCATION: Embu County and Tharaka Nithi County DURATION & HOURS: Full time contract, renewable based on performance and availability of funds. REQUIRED: 2 Technical Assistants -Agronomists (One in Embu and one in Tharaka Nithi) Purpose of the role. To provide agronomic support and training for “Building regenerative, sustainable and profitable smallholder agricultural transformative systems in upper eastern Kenya” (AGRA project) by supporting the beneficiaries in providing technical trainings to the AGRA project agronomic function including Recruitment, training and follow-up of VBAs, Assist and monitor in demonstration establishment, crop management using RA practices, Good agricultural practice trainings, record keeping, pre and post-harvest handling, mobilization of farmer groups and/or organizations capacity development to participate in VBAs, resource mobilization and management; and working alongside Markets to ensure required volumes of produce are reached. Duties & Responsibilities Project implementation Assist in coordinating AGRA-RA activities within the counties and ensure that project activities are implemented within the project timeframe. Assist to mobilise and recruit VBAs and farmers in Embu/ Tharaka Nithi. Organise VBAs into clusters for ease of delivery of trainings and any other information Follow up on planting as per the protocol, deliver agronomic trainings to all the groups and formed clusters. The trainings delivered according to the set curriculum Work with farmers to identify demonstration areas for agronomic trainings; Demarcate and establish demonstration plots according to the demo guide; Monitor demo management and follow up on the crop management of the crops in the demo Enhance market relationship between the farmers and the new or existing market players Offer expertise advice to AGRA farmers in order for them to improve on crop husbandry and management practices within their vegetable farms in consultation with the Project Officer. Work alongside the Business development officer to ensure that the farmers are growing the crops as a business entity Establish volumes demanded and product specifications and communicate the same to farmers Validate and report on AGRA farmers’ farm records as may be directed by the Project Officer In collaboration with the PO – liaise with implementing partners for GAPs to establish projected volumes for proactive planning for market engagement Support farmers in developing logistics for aggregation and active marketing Engage farmers in developing production plans and work with project officers to ensure all target crops are produced and offer expertise advice to RA farmers. Monitoring and Reporting Support M&E team in conducting field surveys (e.g. sampling, data collection and reporting) and actively participate in preparations of farmer field days and linkages forums within the county. Regular data collection and reporting according to the project monitoring and learning plan Occasionally assist in data entry and analysis as may be required by the project staff Document success stories on market linkages, productivity and sales Participate in M&E meetings/sessions Write reports on deliverables using the formats provided Participate in community feedback sessions and take lessons for improving project delivery Other Roles Support the project in organising and facilitating market linkage forums and field days To participate and represent the project and Farm Africa in relevant forums as directed by PC Any other related duty as directed by line manager or Farm Africa management team Qualifications Essential Desirable Education, qualifications & other knowledge Degree/ diploma level in Horticulture / General Agriculture or any other related field Experience of working with commercial enterprises Knowledge of the agriculture sector in Kenya Experience in working with small holder farmers Minimum 3 years relevant work experience in the agricultural crop input sector Previous experience working in the horticultural sector in Kenya Experience Previous experience working in the horticultural sector in Kenya Knowledge & practical experience of economic horticultural models Skills & abilities Communication (both verbal & written) Multi stakeholder facilitation skills Organizational skills Intercultural sensitive Mastery Adult learning methodologies and training skills Our Values Investing in smallholder farming is the number one way to combat poverty in rural Africa. Farm Africa is a leading NGO specialising in growing agriculture, protecting the environment and developing businesses in rural Africa. ∙ EXPERT: Expertise and insightful evidence-based solutions are at the heart of everything Farm Africa does. ∙ GROUNDED: Our teams and partners work closely with local communities, engaging them in every level of decision-making. ∙ IMPACTFUL: We deliver long lasting change for farmers, their families, and the environments they live in. ∙ BOLD: We model innovative approaches and are not afraid to challenge strategies that are failing. How to ApplyHow to Apply If you meet the above requirements for this position, submit your cover letter indicating the title of the position and the expected salary (maximum 1 page) along with an updated CV (maximum 4 pages) with email and telephone contacts of three professional referees addressing to [email protected] with the subject line Technical Assistant Agronomist before or by 14th July 2022 Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Farm Africa is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Farm Africa does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. (e.g. Application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees). N.B: Looking For A New Job? Find Your Next Job With Us. Click Here To Register Your CV. It's Free. Read the full article
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Real and Active Exporters and Importers in Kenya
Kenya has a market based economy and is generally considered the economic, commercial, financial and logistics hub of East Africa. As per Kenya Import Data the country mostly imports machinery and transportation equipment, petroleum products, motor vehicles, iron and steel, plastics and resins. The main import partners of Kenya are China, India, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Japan and United States.
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The Kenya Export Data shows that the country mainly exports agricultural products, horticulture, tea, textiles, coffee, tobacco, iron and steel products, cement and petroleum products. The export partners are UK, Uganda, Tanzania, United States, and Pakistan.
If you are planning to do international trade with Kenya, it is important that you understand the trade dynamics of the country. Your access to an authentic and real time Import Export Data is important for making calculative business decisions.
The import data shows information of import value of goods for a particular year, import partners, custom data, imports, statistical data, HS code and others that help the importers to make informed business moves.
The export data shows real-time information of exports, export value of goods exported in a particular year, export partners, statistical and custom data and other details like quantity exported, product name, HS codes, price, source, destination, exporters address, competitors address and quantity exported by them and many more.
By having an easy access to flawless export import data, the exporters can analyze which products are selling hugely in foreign countries. The data help to minimize risks and maximize profits. It helps exporters and importers find market opportunities by helping them to find new and potential industries for expanding their business.
The data helps the exporters and importers to understand the current trend of the Kenyan market and plan their business strategies accordingly. The Kenya custom data comprises all the details of transactions in a particular year along with information about the import and exports of all the goods and commodities of Kenya.
It provides the businesses the details information of the Kenyan market along with the reactions of future trends and fluctuations of demand and customer preferences which is crucial for strategic planning and growth of their business and deal with the competition effectively by standing ahead in the international acumen.
Uses and Benefits of Vietnam Export Import Data
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Kenya’s floral exports are blooming once more
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IVAN FREEMAN runs a 20-hectare rose farm at the foot of Mount Kenya right by the equator, where the soil is fertile and the sun shines all the year round. His business, Uhuru Flowers, exports to some 49 countries, including China, Nigeria and parts of eastern Europe. Some of his buds reach the shop window within four days of being cut.
That finely tuned business came to a halt when the pandemic struck. Celebrations were cancelled, florists shut and aeroplanes were grounded. Uhuru halved workers’ hours and destroyed 1.2m unsold stems, about a month’s harvest. Supply chains have slowly been rebuilt since then, and the 350 staff are back full-time. Now Mr Freeman, like many farmers, is speeding up production, hoping to recoup last year’s losses with sales on February 14th. “Valentine’s Day for most farms is a huge deal,” he says. “Everyone is feeling positive and ready to take advantage of it.”
After the initial disruption, countries have reopened their borders. Florists have gone online and Kenya’s flower industry has come up roses. The sector employed more people last month than before covid-19 began to spread, according to a survey of producers in the Rift Valley by Kenya’s central bank. Production and exports are at 90% and 95% of their levels in February last year, respectively.
Farmers say demand has recovered surprisingly well. The global economy may have wilted and consumers may be penny-pinching, says Anna Barker at the Fairtrade Foundation, but “a bunch of flowers on the table does wonders when you’re in lockdown.”
That is good news for Kenya’s economy. The flower industry usually contributes around 1% of GDP and is a source of foreign exchange. It employs more than 500,000 people, including 100,000 directly in farms. Debate about flower farms once focused on poor conditions for workers, who are on their feet all day and exposed to all sorts of chemicals. The focus now is on keeping these workers, including lots of unskilled women, in jobs.
A big problem that hasn’t gone away is transport. Fewer passenger flights than usual ply the crucial route from Africa into Europe. And freight capacity has fallen as planes have been redirected to moving medical equipment around. Richard Fox at Flamingo Horticulture, a big flower producer with farms in Timau, reckons the cost of air freight has jumped from $1.90 to almost $3 per kilo in the past year.
Such disruption has hurt the smaller farms a lot more. Flamingo, which processes a mammoth 780m stems every year, has a long-term agreement with a logistics provider. Its supply chain has barely been disrupted. But smaller farms are busy negotiating with freighters. Competition for slots on planes is particularly fierce ahead of the peak season, which begins with Valentine’s Day and extends to Mother’s Day weeks later. “The big guys always win,” sighs Mr Freeman.
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New post in LET'S CREATE AFRICA (L.C.A.): JOBS, JOBS, JOBS: [8/6, 09:00] Nelson Komba: Livelihood Project Coordinator CEFA – the European Committee for Training and Agriculture (Comitato Europeo per la Formazione e l’Agricoltura) is an Italian NGO, which was established in 1972 and is currently active in 10 countries across Africa, Latin America and Europe. CEFA lays its foundation on the principles of solidarity and cooperation between the different regions of the world in the name of Justice, Human rights and peace. CEFA believes in the development of communities and local institutions, aiming to improve families’ living conditions and communities’ economies through capacity building, awareness raising and advocacy for the protection of vulnerable person’s and their fundamental human rights. CEFA has been working in Kenya since 1992 in Meru, Homa Bay and Kitui County, with actions mainly focused on: ● Food Security, livelihood and resilience ● Rehabilitation of irrigation infrastructures and canals ● Training on good agricultural practices, drought-tolerant crops, honey value chain ● Market research and pre-feasibility studies ● Fostering links to the market through public-private partnerships ● Support of input suppliers and market ● Introduction and adoption of alternative grain storage systems ● Emergency interventions through cash for work, vouchers/seed distribution Objectives and general characteristics of the position: CEFA is part of a consortium that has been recently awarded a 4 years project in West Pokot by the European Union. The main focus of CEFA intervention is: canal schemes construction; honey and mango production; establishment of tree nurseries; horticulture; Group Saving and Loans. The livelihood project coordinator: · (S)he is in charge of the management of CEFA led component of the project Support to Resilience for Sustainable Livelihoods and the implementation of related activities. · (S)he is responsible for the overall supervision of administrative and financial aspects, logistic, security, Human Resources, quality Control of CEFA component of the project. Detailed assignments: (S)he ensures that the project is implemented according to the contract signed with the donor, its rules and indications (e.g. visibility, documentation, monitoring and evaluation, reporting etc), MoU signed with the leading agency and other consortium members and CEFA’s internal procedures.; (S)he is directly in charge of the management of the CEFA led component of the EU funded project in West Pokot included (and not limited to) the following main tasks: startup of the project, setup of the office/GH in Kapenguria, predisposition of work plans, M&E plans, financial forecast plan, recruitment and coordination of all the project staff, supervision and coordination of the implementation of the activities, narrative and financial reporting; Under the supervision of the RC, (s)he recruits and evaluates the staff based in the projects sites; (S)he promotes technical, administrative and managerial training of the project staff; · (S)he ensures the proper planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of CEFA project in West Pokot; · (S)he ensure sound Technical support and guidance in the field of food security and livelihood to all the consortium member; (S)he is responsible for the effective and efficient management of CEFA Office and/or Guest House in Kapenguria and for the adequate maintenance of CEFA assets/properties; (S)he is in charge of the Security of the staff in West Pokot; (S)he supports the RC in the identification and formulation of new project proposals in the area/region. (S)he facilitates the synergies, collaborations and sharing of best-practices among CEFA project areas in Kenya to effectively and efficiently implement CEFA’s activities (food security, livelihood, agriculture). Duties and Responsibilities: (S)he is responsible of the: o Management of the entire expatriate and local staff of CEFA project in West Pokot, ensuring the respect of all security regulations, in coordination with the Security focal point on https://ift.tt/2ZKAVN6
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10 Transport, logistics and Procurement Job Vacancies at ICAP of Columbia University, Help Logistics, BM Security & Others Jobs in Kenya: The following job vacancies were advertised by UNICEF Kenya, Supplycor Kenya Limited, ICAP of Columbia University, Help Logistics, BM Security, Kenya National Commission on Human Rights and Flamingo Horticulture Kenya Ltd.
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New post in LET'S CREATE AFRICA (L.C.A.): JOBS, JOBS, JOBS: [8/6, 09:00] Nelson Komba: Livelihood Project Coordinator CEFA – the European Committee for Training and Agriculture (Comitato Europeo per la Formazione e l’Agricoltura) is an Italian NGO, which was established in 1972 and is currently active in 10 countries across Africa, Latin America and Europe. CEFA lays its foundation on the principles of solidarity and cooperation between the different regions of the world in the name of Justice, Human rights and peace. CEFA believes in the development of communities and local institutions, aiming to improve families’ living conditions and communities’ economies through capacity building, awareness raising and advocacy for the protection of vulnerable person’s and their fundamental human rights. CEFA has been working in Kenya since 1992 in Meru, Homa Bay and Kitui County, with actions mainly focused on: ● Food Security, livelihood and resilience ● Rehabilitation of irrigation infrastructures and canals ● Training on good agricultural practices, drought-tolerant crops, honey value chain ● Market research and pre-feasibility studies ● Fostering links to the market through public-private partnerships ● Support of input suppliers and market ● Introduction and adoption of alternative grain storage systems ● Emergency interventions through cash for work, vouchers/seed distribution Objectives and general characteristics of the position: CEFA is part of a consortium that has been recently awarded a 4 years project in West Pokot by the European Union. The main focus of CEFA intervention is: canal schemes construction; honey and mango production; establishment of tree nurseries; horticulture; Group Saving and Loans. The livelihood project coordinator: · (S)he is in charge of the management of CEFA led component of the project Support to Resilience for Sustainable Livelihoods and the implementation of related activities. · (S)he is responsible for the overall supervision of administrative and financial aspects, logistic, security, Human Resources, quality Control of CEFA component of the project. Detailed assignments: (S)he ensures that the project is implemented according to the contract signed with the donor, its rules and indications (e.g. visibility, documentation, monitoring and evaluation, reporting etc), MoU signed with the leading agency and other consortium members and CEFA’s internal procedures.; (S)he is directly in charge of the management of the CEFA led component of the EU funded project in West Pokot included (and not limited to) the following main tasks: startup of the project, setup of the office/GH in Kapenguria, predisposition of work plans, M&E plans, financial forecast plan, recruitment and coordination of all the project staff, supervision and coordination of the implementation of the activities, narrative and financial reporting; Under the supervision of the RC, (s)he recruits and evaluates the staff based in the projects sites; (S)he promotes technical, administrative and managerial training of the project staff; · (S)he ensures the proper planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of CEFA project in West Pokot; · (S)he ensure sound Technical support and guidance in the field of food security and livelihood to all the consortium member; (S)he is responsible for the effective and efficient management of CEFA Office and/or Guest House in Kapenguria and for the adequate maintenance of CEFA assets/properties; (S)he is in charge of the Security of the staff in West Pokot; (S)he supports the RC in the identification and formulation of new project proposals in the area/region. (S)he facilitates the synergies, collaborations and sharing of best-practices among CEFA project areas in Kenya to effectively and efficiently implement CEFA’s activities (food security, livelihood, agriculture). Duties and Responsibilities: (S)he is responsible of the: o Management of the entire expatriate and local staff of CEFA project in West Pokot, ensuring the respect of all security regulations, in coordination with the Security focal point on https://ift.tt/2ZKAVN6
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New post in LET'S CREATE AFRICA (L.C.A.): JOBS, JOBS, JOBS: [8/6, 09:00] Nelson Komba: Livelihood Project Coordinator CEFA – the European Committee for Training and Agriculture (Comitato Europeo per la Formazione e l’Agricoltura) is an Italian NGO, which was established in 1972 and is currently active in 10 countries across Africa, Latin America and Europe. CEFA lays its foundation on the principles of solidarity and cooperation between the different regions of the world in the name of Justice, Human rights and peace. CEFA believes in the development of communities and local institutions, aiming to improve families’ living conditions and communities’ economies through capacity building, awareness raising and advocacy for the protection of vulnerable person’s and their fundamental human rights. CEFA has been working in Kenya since 1992 in Meru, Homa Bay and Kitui County, with actions mainly focused on: ● Food Security, livelihood and resilience ● Rehabilitation of irrigation infrastructures and canals ● Training on good agricultural practices, drought-tolerant crops, honey value chain ● Market research and pre-feasibility studies ● Fostering links to the market through public-private partnerships ● Support of input suppliers and market ● Introduction and adoption of alternative grain storage systems ● Emergency interventions through cash for work, vouchers/seed distribution Objectives and general characteristics of the position: CEFA is part of a consortium that has been recently awarded a 4 years project in West Pokot by the European Union. The main focus of CEFA intervention is: canal schemes construction; honey and mango production; establishment of tree nurseries; horticulture; Group Saving and Loans. The livelihood project coordinator: · (S)he is in charge of the management of CEFA led component of the project Support to Resilience for Sustainable Livelihoods and the implementation of related activities. · (S)he is responsible for the overall supervision of administrative and financial aspects, logistic, security, Human Resources, quality Control of CEFA component of the project. Detailed assignments: (S)he ensures that the project is implemented according to the contract signed with the donor, its rules and indications (e.g. visibility, documentation, monitoring and evaluation, reporting etc), MoU signed with the leading agency and other consortium members and CEFA’s internal procedures.; (S)he is directly in charge of the management of the CEFA led component of the EU funded project in West Pokot included (and not limited to) the following main tasks: startup of the project, setup of the office/GH in Kapenguria, predisposition of work plans, M&E plans, financial forecast plan, recruitment and coordination of all the project staff, supervision and coordination of the implementation of the activities, narrative and financial reporting; Under the supervision of the RC, (s)he recruits and evaluates the staff based in the projects sites; (S)he promotes technical, administrative and managerial training of the project staff; · (S)he ensures the proper planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of CEFA project in West Pokot; · (S)he ensure sound Technical support and guidance in the field of food security and livelihood to all the consortium member; (S)he is responsible for the effective and efficient management of CEFA Office and/or Guest House in Kapenguria and for the adequate maintenance of CEFA assets/properties; (S)he is in charge of the Security of the staff in West Pokot; (S)he supports the RC in the identification and formulation of new project proposals in the area/region. (S)he facilitates the synergies, collaborations and sharing of best-practices among CEFA project areas in Kenya to effectively and efficiently implement CEFA’s activities (food security, livelihood, agriculture). Duties and Responsibilities: (S)he is responsible of the: o Management of the entire expatriate and local staff of CEFA project in West Pokot, ensuring the respect of all security regulations, in coordination with the Security focal point on https://ift.tt/2ZKAVN6
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