The UK Government’s Digital Access Programme through the British High Commission in Nairobi, the Government of Kenya through the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports – State Department for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy, ICT Authority of Kenya, in collaboration with the County Governments of Busia and Mandera, and KICTANet are implementing the project titled “Strengthening Digital Communities”. The project is aimed at transforming digital communities in Kenya with a special focus on the Two Counties of Mandera and Busia. This project aligns with the UK Digital Development Strategy (DDS) 2024 -2030, focusing on Gender, Equity, and Social Inclusion around digital inclusion for all.
Plusfarm Kenya being the implementing partner building agripreneurship capacity among the youth, is seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team as agribusiness Trainers for the Busia Youth Agripreneurs Capacity Building Project. This exciting initiative aims to empower young people across Busia County by providing them with the skills and knowledge needed to successfully manage agricultural projects and become trainers within their communities.
We are recruiting 35 representatives, one from each ward in Busia County, to assist in mobilizing participants and facilitating the training of youth in agripreneurship.
Key Responsibilities:
Mobilize youth participants for the project in your ward.
Assist in organizing and facilitating training sessions.
Act as a liaison between participants and the project team.
Support project implementation and reporting activities.
Eligibility Criteria:
Must be a youth (under 35 years old).
Must have completed post-secondary education (certificate, diploma, or degree).
Experience in training farmers or similar projects will be an added advantage.
Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Skills and Attributes:
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Passionate about youth empowerment and agriculture.
Ability to work effectively within the local community.
Reliable and self-driven.
How to Apply:
Complete the Application Form:
Submit by 30th October 2024: Ensure your application is submitted on or before this date to be considered.
Join us in this impactful project to transform the future of agriculture for Busia’s youth!
Call for Applications: Training for Aspiring and Active Agripreneurs in Busia County
Plusfarm Kenya is excited to announce a comprehensive training opportunity for 1,000 active and aspiring agripreneurs in Busia County. This initiative focuses on equipping local agripreneurs with the knowledge and skills to thrive in agriculture and agribusiness.
Production Management: Best practices in managing farm production for higher yields and profitability.
Marketing and Value Addition: Strategies to enhance your agricultural produce, market effectively, and add value to local value chains.
Digital Technologies: Learn how to leverage digital tools and technologies to scale your agribusiness.
Active or Aspiring Agripreneurs: Anyone currently engaged in farming or agribusiness, or those who aspire to start.
Youth and Women: We strongly encourage women and youth (ages 18-35) to apply.
Persons with Disabilities: Special consideration will be given to persons with disabilities, ensuring inclusivity in this training.
Busia Residents: Must be residents of Busia County, with a focus on contributing to local agricultural value chains.
Aged 18-35 years.
Must be actively involved or interested in agriculture/agribusiness.
Willingness to participate in both group and hands-on farm training sessions.
Must have access to a mobile phone or basic digital tools.
Complete the Application Form: Available at https://forms.gle/dbZEHfd5bQkrw7pF8
Submit by 30th October 2024:
Ensure your application is submitted on or before this date to be considered.
This is your chance to gain cutting-edge skills in production, marketing, and digital technologies to boost your agribusiness!
Apply now and transform your agribusiness journey!
