Cooperative Development Officer at Ministry of Agriculture & Livestock Development

Position Title: Cooperative Development Officer
Duty Station: PCMU Eldoret
Reporting to: National Programme Coordinator
1. 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.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Community-Based Producer Organizations and Cooperatives
• Conduct baseline assessments of existing cooperatives and producer
organizations.
B. 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.
C. 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.
D. Finance and Investment Opportunities
• Support linkages between cooperatives and value chain actors, including financial
institutions.
E. Other Duties
• Undertake any other duties assigned by the NPC.
3. Academic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Cooperative Development, Agricultural Sciences, Rural
Development, or related field from a recognized institution.
4. 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.
5. Competencies and Skills
• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and report-writing skills.

1. Access the National Employment Authority’s Integrated Management System (NEAIMS) through www.neaims.go.ke
2. Sign up as a Jobseeker/Intern (if not already signed up).
3. Login and capture your CV/Profile comprehensively.
4. Submit your registration in the portal.
5. Apply for the position(s) of interest as advertised.
6. Frequently check on the status of your application and wait for shortlisting to be done.

Note: Manual/paper applications will not be accepted.

Documents Required (for shortlisted candidates)

• 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 also be required to submit documents in compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution (2010).

Important Notes

• All appointments are on performance-based contract terms and are subject to an IFAD No Objection.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development is an equal opportunity employer.
• Applications from women, youth, and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.