JOB SUMMARY

To facilitate the planning process for tea smallholders and monitor their implementation in collaboration with Agricultural Services Extension Director.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

i. Collects and analyses data to be used in planning exercises;

ii. Coordinates all planning activities of Tea Small Holders;

iii. Formulates  and  participates  in  the  formulation  investment  strategies  in respect to new or expansion of tea factories;

iv. Coordinates the preparation of annual, short and long term plans for the tea Small Holders;

v. Reviews implementation process;

vi. Carries out initial project evaluation and appraisal in terms of content and advice the Director-General accordingly;

vii. Ensures the collection and proper keeping of all statistical data;

viii. Plan, budget, monitor, coordinate and control all tea production operations of the tea smallholders;

ix. Recommend policy that will increase total green tea leaf production;

x. Carries out Annual Performance appraisal for all staff under him/her; and

xi. Performs any other related duties as may be assigned by the  Director-General.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree either in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Statistics, or Business Administration from a recognized University with not less than twelve (12) years working experience in a senior management position in the Public service or reputable Private organization with outstanding knowledge in Tea Industry.  A Master’s Degree or Post Graduate Diploma either in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Statistics or Business Administration will be an added advantage.

REMUNERATION: TAEMSS 1