- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 5 years
- Location Eldoret
- Job Field Agriculture / Agro-Allied  , Project Management 
Cooperative Development Officer at Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development
Cooperative Development Officer
Job Purpose
- The Cooperative Development Officer will be responsible for strengthening the climateresilient livelihoods and natural resource governance through inclusive, community-driven approaches. The Cooperative Specialist will provide strategic and technical support to strengthen cooperative development and sustainability across programme counties.
Key Responsibilities
Community-Based Producer Organizations and Cooperatives
- Conduct baseline assessments of existing cooperatives and producer organizations.
Cooperative Management and Business Development
- Provide technical assistance on governance, financial management, and compliance.
- Facilitate training on cooperative law, leadership, and enterprise development.
- Collaborate with county teams, extension officers, and other PCMU specialists in the implementation of programme activities.
Monitoring, Compliance, and Knowledge Sharing
- Monitor cooperative performance and report on progress, risks, and opportunities.
- Ensure integration of gender, youth, and social inclusion in cooperative activities.
- Develop cooperative strengthening strategies aligned with INReMP objectives.
Finance and Investment Opportunities
- Support linkages between cooperatives and value chain actors, including financial institutions.
Other Duties
- Undertake any other duties assigned by the NPC.
Academic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Cooperative Development, Agricultural Sciences, Rural Development, or related field from a recognized institution.
Applicable Professional Experience
- A minimum five (5) years of experience in cooperative strengthening, three of which must be in a senior management position and preferably in GoK/development partner-funded programmes.
- Proven track record in training, institutional development, and value chain integration.
- Familiarity with principles and practices of cooperative development that promote integration farmer organizations in the management of natural resources.
- Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and report-writing skills.
Competencies and Skills
- Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and report-writing skills.
Method of Application
Minimum Requirements
- Applicants must demonstrate relevant academic qualifications, professional certifications, and practical experience as outlined in the detailed job descriptions available in the Ministry’s website: www.kilimo.go.ke
Application Procedure
- Access the National Employment Authority’s Integrated Management System (NEAIMS) through neaims.go.ke
- Sign up as a Jobseeker/Intern (If not already signed up)
- Login and capture your CV/Profile comprehensively
- Submit your registration in the portal
- Apply for the position(s) of interest as advertised
- Frequently check on the status of your application and wait for shortlisting to be done.
Interested applicants are advised to sign up and apply for any of the above advertised positions through the neaims portal (www.neaims.go.ke).
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit the following documents:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copies of National ID, academic and professional certificates
- Supporting documents and testimonials
- Letter of recommendation from the current or recent Supervisor (Optional)
Successful candidates will be asked to submit documents that will indicate they adhere to the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution (2010)
Interested and qualified? Go to Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development on neaims.go.ke to apply
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