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Advisor CAADP / ATVET

Project / Field of activity

The Local Expert will work as a national Project Manager of the NEPAD-GIZ Project to support the implementation of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) in Kenya.

Since 2007, implementation of CAADP has been receiving support from the German Government through the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), the CAADP-GIZ Support "Pan-African Reform Processes in the Field of Agribusiness Promotion".

Responsibilities

The following general and specific tasks are expected in close cooperation with the continental project coordinator:"

Coordination of the project’s interventions and activities in Kenya under the guidance of ASCU and in particular the ASCU Thematic Working Group on Research and Extension

Organizing, planning and implementing conferences, seminars, workshops, educational missions, etc.

Contribute to further development of policies and good practices in Agricultural Vocational Education and Training at all levels, private sector participation and gender mainstreaming

Communication and elaboration of reporting material as requested by the NEPAD/ Agency under the guidance of ASCU and in particular the ASCU Thematic Working Group on Research and Extension

Knowledge management; development and maintenance of knowledge databases at national and continental level

Drawing up of presentations, documents and reports as requested by CAADP Programme staff

Foster cooperation of national CAADP teams and agricultural private sector associations, individual private companies, farmer organisations, training service providers and development partners

Ensure that results of ATVET activities are included into national agricultural and educational policy agenda (NAIPs etc) and contribute to strengthening of policy agenda

Coordinate activities with regards to Human capacity development of policy makers and community based leaders on ATVET in Kenya

Develop a sustainable system for certification of technical and vocational training measures and support the national government to set up adequate training structures

In coordination with public and private service providers, as in the development of curriculum for teacher training, leadership training and skills development for value chains

Facilitate joint activities with the bilateral GIZ programmes in the agriculture sector with vocational training centres in Kenya

Competencies

The National Expert shall have a solid understanding of agricultural policy advisory and experience in the implementation of technical vocational training and education approaches in agriculture.

As a local expert, he/she will be based at the partner organization and is expected both to work in the context of the partner as well as within the German Development Cooperation system and specifically GIZ and its procedures.

Strong leadership and managerial skills are required for this position.

The national project manager should be familiar with value chain development approaches, strategies to stimulate private sector participation and approaches to promote entrepreneurial skills among smallholders.

The Expert should also possess good communication, moderation and networking skills, be politically and culturally sensitive.

Educational Qualifications

M.Sc. or other relevant qualification in Agriculture with experiences in Vocational Training

Key Competences

Familiar with sector development policies in Agriculture

Knowledge on Technical Vocational Education and Trainings systems in Africa

Experience in agricultural value chain development, business skills, financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills promotion

Experience with German Development Cooperation

Sound IT competences

Team work and strong analytical skills

Moderation of workshops and events

Familiar with GIZ Processes and Procedures

Fluency in English is needed

Valid Driving License is an added advantage

Duration: 15/03/2013 till 31/12/2013

Benefits offered

The Benefit is for this position is consistent with GIZ Benefits and Remuneration Policy in Kenya for local Advisors.

Salaries and benefits are negotiable based on experience.

This position will require a full time commitment and women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications in hard copies only to be delivered to:

GIZ PSDA
Attn: Head of Finance and Administration
Maendeleo House Building
Monrovia Street,
Box 41607- 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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