Vi Agroforestry, a Swedish non-profit foundation, has been at the forefront of sustainable development in East Africa since its inception in 1983. With a strong presence in Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda, the organization collaborates with local partners to support smallholder farmers in improving their living conditions through sustainable agricultural practices and agroforestry.
For nearly four decades, Vi Agroforestry has consistently championed human rights-based approaches, environmental stewardship, and the empowerment of women, men, youth, and children. Through its network of partnerships with farmer organizations, government agencies, and civil society actors, the foundation continues to promote food security, climate resilience, and inclusive rural development.
As part of its ongoing mission, Vi Agroforestry is currently seeking qualified and passionate individuals to fill the following positions in Kenya. The positions offer an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully to climate-smart agriculture and agroforestry practices in the region.
Agroforestry Training Centre (ATC) Officer – Kitale, Kenya
Location: Vi Agroforestry Kenya Country Office, Kitale
Contract Type: Fixed Term, 2 Years (with possibility of renewal)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Application Deadline: 15th April 2025
Position Summary:
Vi Agroforestry is looking to recruit an experienced Agroforestry Training Centre (ATC) Officer who will be responsible for managing and coordinating all activities at the Agroforestry Training Centre in Kitale. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sustainable agriculture and training facilitation, with a passion for empowering communities through practical and impactful learning experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and deliver training programs in agroforestry, sustainable agriculture, and environmental conservation.
- Develop and update training curricula and materials based on evolving sector needs and best practices.
- Organize capacity-building workshops, field visits, and demonstrations for farmer organizations and other stakeholders.
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of training sessions, documenting lessons learned and areas for improvement.
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the Agroforestry Training Centre, including logistics, budgeting, and reporting.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure synergy and knowledge exchange.
- Promote the use of the Training Centre as a regional hub for innovation, knowledge sharing, and policy dialogue.
Qualifications:
Please refer to the full role profile attached in the job listing or from Vi Agroforestry for comprehensive qualification requirements.
Inclusive Recruitment Statement
Vi Agroforestry is an equal opportunity employer and is deeply committed to diversity and inclusion in all its hiring practices. The organization strongly encourages applications from candidates of all genders, gender identities or expressions, sexual orientations, ages, ethnic backgrounds, religious beliefs, and abilities.
Any suspected discrimination, corruption, or other serious misconduct during the recruitment process can be reported through Vi Agroforestry’s secure whistleblowing system:
https://report.whistleb.com/en/viagroforestry
