Cooperative Development Officer at Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development

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.