Related Jobs
%20(1).jpg)
.jpg)
.jpeg)
Related Jobs
Related Jobs
Share this Job
Full-time
Cooperative Advisor – INSPIRE Project Job at Agriterra
Agriterra
Job Description
We are looking for one Cooperative Advisor who believes in the power of collective action and wants to help farmer organisations in the Lango sub region take their next step.
In this role, you work closely with cooperatives and farmer groups throughout their development journey – from first assessment to long-term sustainability. You support change from within, strengthen governance and business performance, and help cooperatives turn shared ambition into practical results.
You will spend much of your time in the field, partnering up with farmer organisations, facilitating dialogue, guiding planning processes and supporting business-oriented growth.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
What you will do
Map and understand farmer organisations
- Identify and map cooperatives and farmer groups with growth potential
- Visit organisations to understand their history, structure, management practices, business models and value for members
Assess and guide development
- Assess cooperatives using the INSPIRE cooperative assessment methodology
- Look at governance, financial management, business potential, climate resilience and member commitment
- Support cooperatives through Agriterra’s categorisation and graduation pathway
Build capacity and confidence
- Organise and deliver practical trainings on governance, financial management and business planning
- Facilitate peer-to-peer learning and exchange visits between cooperatives
Plan for progress
- Support cooperatives in developing milestone-based action plans
- Monitor progress and adjust advisory support where needed
Provide hands-on advisory support
- Advise cooperatives on production, finance, marketing and organisational development
- Mobilise specialised expertise through Agriterra’s Agripool network
Strengthen participation and voice
- Support inclusive participation of women, youth and remote farmers
- Assist cooperatives with advocacy planning around market and policy challenges
Support participatory planning (PIP)
- Assist cooperatives in developing and implementing Participatory Integrated Planning (PIP)
- Link household and community plans with cooperative strategies
Track progress and sustainability
- Monitor cooperative development using Agriterra’s graduation tools
- Document progress, lessons learned and achievements
- Support cooperatives towards long-term sustainability
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
Interested?
Do you see yourself partnering up with farmer organisations to strengthen resilience and local prosperity?
Send your cover letter and CV to vacancy@agriterra.org, addressed to Stijn van Geel, Regional Manager East Africa. Please include the vacancy title in the subject line.
Application deadline: 3 February 2026
Together, we sow the seeds of change – and grow a thriving tomorrow.
Find application details and links on the AfriCareers Jobs Portal:
-
Click the Apply button below
-
New users: Select Create Profile and complete the Profile Creation Wizard
-
Existing users: Log in and update your profile if needed
-
Go to the "Jobs" tab
-
Read the detailed job description, Roles and Qualifications.
-
Submit your application via the jobs portal
-
Track progress under "My Applications" tab
Important Note: Some employers now hire directly on the AfriCareers New Jobs Portal — keep your profile updated so employers can easily view your CV and hire you instantly.
SERVICES
COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
