JOB SUMMARY

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

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

i.To collect and analyze data to be used in planning exercises;

ii.To coordinate all planning activities of Tea Small Holders;

iii.To formulate and participate in the formulation investment strategies in respect to new or expansion of tea factories;

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

v.To review implementation process;

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

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

viii.To plan, budget, monitor, coordinate and control all tea production operations of the tea small- holders;

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

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

xi.To perform any other relevant duties as may be assigned by the Director General.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor Degree either in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Statistics or Business Administration from a recognized University with not less than seven (7) years working experience of which at least 3 years must be in 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

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