Agricultural Extension Officer Job Vacancy in Mombasa, Kenya – Agriculture and Rural Development

Job Description

Position: Agricultural Extension Officer

Company: Cargill Kenya Limited

Location: Mombasa, Kenya

Experience: 3-5 years in agricultural advisory services

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or Rural Development

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Agriculture and Rural Development

Department: Agricultural Services

Salary: 220,000 – 300,000 SSP per annum

Vacancies:1

Company Overview

Cargill Kenya Limited, a global leader in agriculture and food supply chain solutions, is committed to empowering smallholder farmers and enhancing food security across East Africa. With operations spanning grain trading, food processing, and agricultural services, Cargill drives sustainable growth through innovation and community partnerships. In Kenya, the company focuses on capacity-building initiatives to improve farming productivity and market access for rural communities.

Job Overview

This role supports Cargill’s mission to advance agricultural development in coastal Kenya by providing technical expertise and training to farmers. The position requires a proactive professional with strong field experience to bridge the gap between modern agronomic practices and local farming systems. Candidates will contribute to Cargill’s Kenya Jobs strategy while promoting rural economic empowerment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct on-farm training sessions on sustainable crop management techniques
• Develop and implement agricultural extension programs for smallholder farmers
• Monitor crop health and soil conditions to recommend improvements
• Collaborate with local cooperatives to establish market linkages
• Collect and analyze agricultural data to inform program adjustments
• Provide advisory services on climate-smart farming practices

Required Skills

• Proven experience in agricultural extension services
• Strong knowledge of coastal region farming challenges
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently in remote rural areas
• Proficiency in using mobile data collection tools
• Bilingual in Swahili and English

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy or Rural Development
• Postgraduate qualification in Agricultural Economics preferred

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in agricultural advisory roles
• Experience working with smallholder farming communities
• Project management experience in rural development programs

Salary

220,000 – 300,000 SSP per annum, commensurate with experience

Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage for employee and dependents
• Mobile phone allowance
• Annual performance bonuses
• Professional development stipend
• Transportation reimbursement
• Rural hardship allowance

Training

• Onboarding program covering Cargill’s agricultural standards
• Advanced training in climate-resilient farming techniques
• Leadership development workshops
• Mobile technology training for field operations

Working Environment

Field-based position requiring frequent travel to rural farming communities. The role involves outdoor work in varying weather conditions and occasional overnight stays in remote areas. Access to company-provided transportation and field equipment will be provided.

Application Process

Submit your application through our official portal at https://kenyajobsearch.com. For more information about career opportunities in Kenya, visit https://www.malawijobsearch.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 14 days.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cargill Kenya Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, or ethnicity. All employment decisions are made without regard to protected classifications.