Job Description
On behalf of our client, a leading agribusiness innovator in Kenya
Are you a proven agribusiness leader ready to drive commercial success on a county scale? We are recruiting County Business Leads within the target counties which are Baringo, Garissa, Isiolo, Lamu , Elgeyo Marakwet, Mandera, Marsabit, Samburu, Tana River, Turkana, Wajir , West Pokot and Laikipia to lead high-impact operations across Kenya's agricultural landscape.
Position Overview
As a County Business Lead, you will oversee operations the county leading teams of coaches and agribusiness entrepreneurs. This full-time, field-based role (70% travel) focuses on achieving business targets, building strategic alliances, and generating sustainable revenue in Kenyan value chains. The position requires strong autonomy and results-orientation in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead county operations, ensuring team performance and business objectives are met.
- Drive revenue growth through commercial initiatives.
- Develop and maintain relationships with farmer groups, cooperatives, input providers, financial services, and market players.
- Supervise coaches and entrepreneurs, monitoring their performance through digital systems.
- Deliver measurable results: Significant private revenue generation per county.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Agribusiness, Business Management, Rural Development, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in field-based agricultural extension, sales, or community mobilization, with at least 3 years in supervisory roles managing teams of over 50 individuals.
- Proven track record in revenue generation or partnership development in agriculture.
- Experience with farmer groups or cooperatives preferred.
- Valid Kenyan driving license (Class B) required (motorbike riding ability essential).
- Certification in Project Management and Sales preferred.
Salary & Benefits
Full Time
Job Overview
- Date Posted
- Vacancies : 13
- Job Deadline : 2026/03/31
- Location : County_Level