Tupande Extension and Aggregation Officer (Fixed-Term)

One Acre Fund is a nonprofit organization that supplies smallholder farmers in East Africa with asset-based financing and agriculture training services to reduce hunger and poverty. The Mandate of the Market Access Team is to start up agribusinesses that work for smallholder farmers, focusing on high value products such as macadamia, avocado and Fresh Fruits. This role will lead the scaling of high-value agribusinesses (macadamia/avocado) by working directly with smallholder farmers. You will be the operational leader on the ground, responsible for the full supply chain cycle: training farmers, organizing sourcing, managing site contractors, and ensuring quality and reconciliation. You will report to the Aggregation and Extension Supervisor in the Market Access Team. This role is fully onsite in Machakos.

Responsibilities

Extension Service

• Conduct training and skills development to community members on Macadamia and Hass Avocado farming.
• Offer agricultural extension service support to Macadamia and Hass avocado farming households.
• Support the development of increased market linkages for these farming households.
• Advise farmers on adopting best farming practices and prepare field visit reports.

Data Collection

• Interview farmers about their Macadamia and Hass avocado farming activities.
• Count the number of Macadamia and Hass avocado trees, including mature ones.
• Capture data using digital data entry technology provided and document all findings using provided data collection tools.
• Ensure collected data is accurately recorded and synced to the main server.

Career Growth and Development

One Acre Fund has a strong culture of constant learning and invests in developing its people. You'll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. Career reviews are held every six months, providing time to discuss aspirations and career goals. You will have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

For this role specifically, you will need the following qualifications:

• At least 6 months of experience in farmer extension services, macadamia and/or avocado farming, buying, or processing.
• A strong passion for serving smallholder farmers and contributing to rural development.
• Knowledge of the avocado and macadamia value chain, including varieties, quality standards, and seasonality.
• Numeric and data collection skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must possess a National ID card.
• Minimum education: KCSE/Certificate/Diploma (BA/BSc/HND qualifications are also noted as applicable).
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili.