Practical Action is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) that uses technology to challenge poverty in developing countries. We are seeking to recruit a Head of Programmes – Agriculture who will support our work through developing and managing innovative and high impact programs in selected rural areas of Kenya. The market systems development approach is at the core of Practical Action’s programming and as such, the role holder will be responsible for overall programs’ performance and quality, ensuring that each program is catalytic in building resilience of the targeted populations in a sustainable manner.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Strategy Development: Lead in strategy development for agriculture programs and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Program Delivery: Responsible for the delivery of agriculture programs, ensuring they are completed on time, on scope, and on budget.
Business Development: Coordinate business development efforts, including consortium building and proposal development processes to ensure high-quality submissions.
Donor Relations: Oversee and manage donor relations to maintain strong partnerships and secure funding.
Quality Assurance: Ensure programs utilize market systems development approaches to build sustainable resilience.
Branding & Communications: Work with relevant leads to strengthen the organizational profile through brand proposition and effective communications.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (BA/BSc/HND) in Agriculture, Project Management, or a related field.
Extensive experience in developing and managing innovative, high-impact agriculture programs.
Proven expertise in Market Systems Development (MSD) approaches.
Strong track record in strategy development and business development within the NGO sector.
Experience in managing donor relations and leading consortia for large-scale proposals.
Demonstrated ability to oversee program implementation across time, scope, and budget constraints.
How to Apply
If you are ready for an exciting challenge, please forward your curriculum vitae and cover letter to Practical Action, Kenya Office by email: recruitment@practicalaction.or.ke no later than Friday, 24th April 2026. Please indicate ‘Practical Action: ‘Head of Programmes – Agriculture’ in the subject line of the email. Your cover letter should outline why you feel you are the right candidate for this position.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please forward your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a cover letter to Practical Action, Kenya Office via email at recruitment@practicalaction.or.ke. Ensure that you include ‘Practical Action: ‘Head of Programmes – Agriculture’ in the subject line of your email. Your cover letter should explicitly outline why you are the suitable candidate for this role. The deadline for applications is Friday, 24th April 2026.
