Synnefa is a team of passionate minds working together to create lasting solutions to challenges faced by farmers. We partner with farmers to provide them with affordable modern farming solutions to increase efficiency and improve production, enabling them to focus on farming.
The Project Assistant - Makueni role is crucial for supporting the day-to-day implementation of project activities at the county level in Makueni. This position requires a candidate who can effectively coordinate with various stakeholders and handle logistical and reporting duties in a field-based setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day implementation of project activities at the county level.
- Coordinate with farmer groups, cooperatives, county officials, and private-sector partners.
- Collect, organize, and submit field data, activity reports, and supporting documentation in line with donor reporting requirements.
- Support monitoring of project milestones, outputs, and timelines.
- Assist in organizing field visits, trainings, stakeholder meetings, and demonstrations.
- Support communication between field teams and the central project management team.
- Support basic logistics and follow-up actions to ensure smooth project execution.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum Education Level: Diploma or Degree (BA/BSc/HND).
- Field of Study: Project Management, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Policy, or a related field.
- Experience: At least 2 years of relevant experience, preferably in project management, policy advocacy, agribusiness, or agriculture.
- Language: Fluency in the local language (Kamba).
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Other Requirements
- Strong communication, coordination, and reporting skills.
- Willingness to work in a field-based role within Makueni County.
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