Takes lead in the implementation of the CWS Climate Change and Adaptation & Resilience Project in Kitui County
Expert training of Lead farmers as well as community members on climate change, climate resilient agriculture, early warning systems and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR).
Linkage meetings between the community, the Kenya meteorological department and the ministry of agriculture to undertake climate smart agriculture and use of indigenous knowledge and sharing of the developed advisories.
Train farmers for use of technology to get weather information smart agricultural practices including crisis digital transformation for Climate-Related Preparedness in the event of natural disasters due to climate change and weather unpredictability.
Train young farmers on modern climate smart poultry and bee keeping; business management, inclusion of technology in agriculture production including marketing
Create linkage with private sectors in the poultry value chain for access of services and markets while working closely with local animal health assistants for continuous extension services
Coordinate trainings on poultry husbandry practices which will include housing, feeding, vaccination and marketing.
Training communities on appropriate conservation agriculture technologies
Manage the establishment of kitchen gardens for improved food security and nutrition.
Train the target groups on financial literacy and review VSLA record keeping from time to time
Undertake FMNR participatory sensitization and training meetings at group level (with MOA and forestry department).
Train and support establishment of tree nurseries in the established water structure. This will in turn support restoration of Degraded lands.
Train and promote of energy saving stoves - at household level
Identify and train community resource persons (CORPs) on Soil & water conservation and equip them with terracing kits/levels.
Strengthening key institutions involved in catchment management, strengthening the multi-stakeholder approach in solving water-related challenges in different catchment areas. Support to establishment of appropriate institutional structures and capacity building, such as County Government Departments
Building Water Resilient Communities: Improving community knowledge in application of IWRM strategies,
Provide regular project updates to the Coordinator.
Adapt and use training materials and ensure existing training materials are up to date.
Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly project reports both quantitative and qualitative, aspects of the project.
Maintain up to date project documents/file
Other duties as assigned by the Coordinator.
Education
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental studies, Natural Resource Management, Community Development, Agricultural Related courses with two years’ experience or Diploma in the relevant field with five years of paid work experience.
Experience
Two to Five years of experience is required.
One (1) year of direct supervisory experience is required
Experience writing reports and proposals are required.
Previous experience conducting community trainings or presentations preferred
Previous reporting and monitoring and evaluation experience preferred
Knowledge/Skills
Thorough knowledge of the Natural Resource Management; Resilience and Community Development.
Knowledge of National Climate Change Action Plan.
Excellent writing skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Excellent computer skills, in particular Microsoft Office
Knowledge of Climate Change Adaptation; Disaster Risk Reduction or Resilience.
Abilities
The Project Officer – Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience must have the ability to:
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
Follow instructions with a positive and receptive attitude;
Deal effectively and courteously with collaborators, government agencies, and members of the general public;
Conduct oneself in a professional and courteous manner to represent the best interests of CWS Africa;
Maintain a high-performance standard with attention to detail;
Carry out all of the duties of the position efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision.
Take initiative in the development and completion of projects within the specified timeframe;
Maintain strict confidentiality with CWS and operational information;
Manage a large and diverse workload under pressure with competing priorities;
Work well as a team in a multi-cultural environment while maintaining a high level of motivation.
