Farm Attendant Job at HOVUC Kenya - Kisumu (2 Positions)
About Hope to the Vulnerable Communities (HOVUC)
Hope to the Vulnerable Communities (HOVUC) is a registered community-based organization founded in 2017 and officially registered in 2019, working in Kisumu County and beyond. Our mission is to empower women and youth to create equitable, sustainable change through community-driven innovation.
Core Thematic Areas:
- Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR)
- Economic Empowerment
- Climate Justice
- Governance and Accountability
To strengthen our sustainability initiatives, HOVUC runs smart vegetable farming and poultry enterprises that serve as demonstration farms for training women and youth while generating income to sustain our programs.
Position: Farm Attendant (2 Posts)
Reports to: Agri-Enterprise Development Officer
Location: Kisumu County, Kenya
Position Summary
The Farm Attendants will play a key role in ensuring smooth operations of HOVUC's smart farming and poultry projects. They will be responsible for supporting daily farm activities, maintaining high standards of animal and crop husbandry, and ensuring that demonstration farms serve as effective training grounds for women and youth.
Key Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day management of the poultry unit, including feeding, cleaning, brooding, vaccination, and record keeping
- Assist in managing smart farming activities such as vertical gardens, organic farming practices, irrigation, and harvesting
- Ensure proper hygiene, biosecurity, and maintenance of farm structures and equipment
- Assist in incubation processes, chick brooding, and care of both kienyeji and improved kienyeji birds
- Support packaging and preparation of produce (eggs, vegetables, poultry) for market and training purposes
- Work closely with the Agri-Enterprise Development Officer to provide practical training support during youth and women's economic empowerment sessions
- Monitor farm inputs, report farm health concerns promptly, and support farm record keeping
Qualifications & Skills
- Basic Education with ability to speak English or Swahili
- Certificate in General Agriculture or related field (added advantage)
- Practical experience in poultry or crop farming (experience in both is an advantage)
- Basic knowledge of animal health, vaccination, and smart/organic farming techniques
- Ability to work physically on farm tasks and maintain attention to detail
- Strong sense of responsibility, honesty, and teamwork
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be a resident of Kisumu County or willing to reside in Kisumu County
What We Offer
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in smart farming and poultry management
- A chance to contribute to community-focused sustainability and empowerment projects
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
- Capacity building and growth opportunities within HOVUC's Agri-Enterprise initiatives
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