Cooperative Development Officer at National Employment Authority (NEA)

Job Purpose

• The Cooperative Development Officer will be responsible for strengthening the climate-resilient 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/Professional Skills/Expertise:    

• 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.