IUCN Biodiversity Enterprise Development Trainer Job in in Garba Tula, Kenya

Terms of reference for trainer in biodiversity enterprise development in Garba Tula, Kenya
The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) seeks a consultant or consulting agency to train community members on biodiversity enterprise development {characterized by the fact that they depend on biodiversity for their core business and contribute to biodiversity conservation through their activity} in Garba Tula, Kenya.
The consultant will be responsible for providing training on development of bio enterprise, including strategy development, business planning and how to integrate into the value-chain identified during market chain analysis. This training will prepare the community groups and individuals to gainfully participate in biodiversity related business opportunities.
Background and rationale of the training
The lives and livelihoods of Garba Tula’s pastoralists and small hold farmers are inextricably intertwined with the health and well-being of the area’s abundant natural resources. Harnessing benefits from those rich resources while sustaining the area’s extraordinary biodiversity is among Garba Tula’s biggest challenges.In partnership with the Resource Advocacy Program (RAP), IUCN is implementing a project titled; “Strengthening Natural Resource Governance in the Pastoral Areas of Eastern Africa”, an initiative that aims to support better environmental governance, including fair and equitable access to natural resources, a better distribution of benefits, and more participatory and transparent decision-making processes. In line with one of the key result areas, this project is to support local governance for greater community benefits and livelihood security, with an activity to help community and community groups to develop environmentally sound and sustainable conservation-based enterprises.
The training will build upon findings of an economic and market chain study for natural resource products in Garba Tula and will be conducted in multiple interrelated modules. 1) review of existing natural resource (NR) products, enterprises and market supply chains, 2) business strategy development 4) options for financial support and link to micro finance institution etc.
 In light of above, under the overall supervision of IUCN drylands team, the trainer will:Develop, customize and adjust the training contents and schedule as agreed.Deliver training on the agreed upon modules.Based on experience and previous case studies, provide guidance to potential entrepreneurs as they formulate their business development and management plans.Draft a report on the training process, with recommendations of areas for further improvement of the process.5 training modules.Other training materials and required handouts.Deliver training and mentorship on above subjects.A succinct report on training results and recommendations on areas of improvement. The report will include the training material and handouts. The report will be handed in a softcopy.The assignment (preparation, production of relevant materials, delivery of the training, and the final report) is expected to take a maximum of fifteen working days and should be completed within 20 days from the signing of the contract. This period includes preparation for the training, the actual training, and mentorship/guidance activities.IUCN and a local partner Resource Advocacy Programme (RAP) will be available to assist in the field whenever needed.
The consultant will be a bio-enterprise expert with at least a master’s degree in the relevant field with over 10 years progressive working experience with proven skills in conducting capacity building in conservation enterprise, business planning and development. his includes a proven track record in designing and delivering trainings.
 Interested persons should submit the following documents: (ii) a brief write-up on his/her interpretation of the TORs, (iii) a work plan for the activity, and to Akshay Vishwanath at akshay.vishwanath@iucn.org

CAP Customer Relations and Sales Trainer Job in Kenya

Customer Relations and Sales Trainer
CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, is supported by MasterCard Foundation, was established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth in the society with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures.

The key purpose of the organization is to assist 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.

About the position

Successful candidate will be based in our Nairobi Centre as a Customer Relations and Sales Trainer. Successful candidate must be willing to relocate to Nairobi. The right candidate must be self-driven who can work with minimal Supervision.

Job Responsibilities

We are looking for people who have pride, passion and energy, but mostly love TEACHING.Take responsibility for the quality of teaching delivered.Guidance and skills development to ensure that standards are maintained and improved.To act as a personal tutor to CAP students.Developing, customizing and Delivering Sales and Marketing curriculum.Assist students get internships and placements.Link the youth with potential employers.Adequately equipping the students with Sales/Marketing/Customer Relations skills.Assist in the design and preparation of materials, resources and information to be used in respect of programmed delivery.Carry out monitoring, guidance, support and mentoring of the learners and take action as required.Ability to meet deadlines and handle diverse tasks simultaneously using prioritization.Strong oral and written communication skills.Strong interpersonal, leadership, and motivational skills.Excellent Presentation skills.Dynamism, creativity and flexibility.Networking skills a must.Must be flexible.One (1) year working experience in Sales/Marketing, Customer Relations, PR.Past experience as a Trainer is desirable.Must be mature and with the right attitude.Must have relevant training in Sales/Marketing/Customer Relations.Aged 25 to 33 years.Must be passionate about working with young people.Degree in PR, Marketing, Mass media, Customer relations.
To express interest in this opportunity, send your CV to hrcapyei@gmail.com by 30th June 2013.
Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment. Applicants are required to quote their current and expected salary. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

CAP Entrepreneurship/ ICT Trainer Job in Kenya

CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, is supported by MasterCard Foundation, was established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth in the society with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures.

The key purpose of the organization is to assist 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.

About the position

The incumbent will be posted in one of the CAP Centers currently operational as an Entrepreneurship/IT Trainer. He/she must have basic ICT Skills. The right candidate must be self-driven and must work with minimal Supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities We are looking for people who have pride, passion and energy, but mostly love TEACHING. Take responsibility for the quality of teaching delivered. Guidance and skills development to ensure that standards are maintained and improved. To act as a personal tutor to CAP students. Developing, customizing and Delivering Entrepreneurship curriculum. Assist students get internships and placements. Link the youth with potential employers. Adequately equipping the students with Entrepreneurial skills. Assist in the design and preparation of materials, resources and information to be used in respect of program delivery. Carry out monitoring, guidance, support and mentoring of the learners and take action as required. Ability to meet deadlines and handle diverse tasks simultaneously using prioritization. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal, leadership, and motivational skills. Excellent Presentation skills. Dynamism, creativity and flexibility. Networking skills a must. Must be flexible. One (1) year working experience. Aged 26 - 33 years. Must have Entrepreneurship background. Must have ICT Skills. Must be mature and with the right attitude. Must have passion of working with young people. Past experience working with NGO will be an added advantage. Demonstrated Experience in transferring Entrepreneurship knowledge. Degree in Entrepreneurship/Business or related field.
To express interest in this opportunity, send your CV to hrcapyei@gmail.com by 30th June 2013.  Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment. Applicants are
Required to quote their current and expected salary. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Agribusiness Consultant & Trainer Contractual Job in Nyandarua, Kenya

Corporate Smarts & Insights Africa Ltd (CSIAL) was established in 2004. CSIAL was founded to provide specialist recruitment, training & development services to both individuals and businesses operating in in both Agribusiness & Non-Agribusiness industries in Africa to solve personal and organizational challenges.
CSIAL is currently seeking a motivated, dynamic and experienced short-term Agribusiness Trainers services:
Position:  Agribusiness Consultant & Trainer                            
Duration of Contract: 3 Months       
Salary Scale Level: Technician
Supervised By: Project Manager   To support Ministry of Agriculture- Smallholder Horticulture Marketing Programme (SHoMaP), and its development partners (IFAD) in the implementation of the National Service Providers For Capacity Building Of Domestic Horticulture Value Chains Players On Entrepreneurship And Business Development Skills in Nyandarua County through providing training, mentoring and Capacity Building Of Domestic Horticulture Value Chains Players.

Objective 1: Training Preparation

Work with the Program Manager to develop a capacity building plan based on training needs assessments. (The needs assessment is led by the Program Manager)Develop training materials for selected training modules. Develop training evaluation feedback form, attendance sheets, and other formats.Notifying CSIAL and PMUs about training sessions, including facilitating the selection of appropriate trainees for each training module.Objective 2: Conduct training for ABCs and FBOsConduct training to DHVCP members in identified curriculum areas including:leadership and entrepreneurship (FBO & ABC)organizational management and group dynamics (role of board members, equity and inclusiveness) (FBO & ABC)record keeping (FBO & ABC);     financial management (basic level for FBO & ABC, and advanced level for ABC)business planning and crop production planning operational management and logistics: sourcing of raw material, transport and distribution system, quality control, etc. marketing and price setting contracts and contract negotiation staff recruitment and management legal issues and preparation for registration as limited liability company (for selected ABCs)Maintain training records, such as training attendance sheets, training evaluation forms, training materials, records for payment of allowances, etc.Prepare regular training reports using an agreed format.Objective 3: Coaching and mentoring the Domestic Horticulture Value Chains Players Develop tools and formats for coaching, mentoring and monitoring the DHVCP’s.Visit DHVCP on a monthly basis, and conduct coaching and mentoring sessions as agreed.  Monitor how the training has been applied in the operations of DHVCP s, assess achievements, and make recommendations for further training and coaching / mentoring, as appropriate.Maintain coaching records, such as attendance sheets, minutes, report and other related documents on CSIAL and PMU’S management.Objective 4: Training managementWorkplanning: Ensure that individual work plans are updated as required, and shared with team members.Reporting: Prepare monthly reports as required.Logistics: Ensure that the arrangements are made for training sessions, including procurement of training materials, allowances, vehicles, etc.Monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL): Support monitoring, evaluation and learning within the project. Partnership and stakeholders: Work collaboratively with CSIAL and PMU’s as required.Other activities as agreed with the CSIAL- PMU’s.A degree in Agricultural Economics or Agriculture & National Diploma in Agribusiness Management will be an added advantage.Experience in conducting agribusiness training and coaching.Excellent skills in training and coaching people with low levels of literacy and numeracy.Expertise in agribusiness, market facilitation, entrepreneurship, organizational managements, ABC financial management, records keeping, business planning, crop production planning, agricultural marketing and price setting, contract and negotiation, company registration.Experience in working with donor funded programmes or working on the Smallholder Horticulture Marketing Programme (SHMP) is highly desirable. Fluency in English, Kiswahili and local languages (an added advantage)Strong communication and computer skillsNote: Strictly, applications sent by E-mail that meets the above stated Qualifications & Experience will be responded to  Applicants should submit their application letters with three referees, CV and copies of professional certificates to:

Project Manager- (Smallholder Horticulture Marketing Programme)
Corporate Smarts & Insights Africa Limited
Suite 110/111, Chege Plaza, Government/Tom Mboya Road
P.O. Box 17512, 20100 General Post Officer
Nakuru, Kenya

Deadline for applications: 14th June, 2013. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by Corporate Smarts & Insights Africa Ltd for a written test and interview and please mark your expected salary at the top right hand of your application letter/envelope.