Tupande Cashew Extension & Aggregation Officer (Fixed-term)

• Operate the cashew buying centre during scheduled hours, ensuring it is clean, organised, and secure.
• Handle, dry, and store raw cashew nuts following Tupande's procedures.
• Weigh raw cashew nuts accurately and perform quality control by sorting out damaged or poor-quality nuts.
• Process payments using FieldPro and ensure compliance with KRA and eTIMS regulations.
• Report any disputes, discrepancies, or irregularities promptly to the supervisor.
• Provide agronomic training to farmers and communicate purchase and quality standards.
• Conduct field visits, prepare reports, and coordinate with Tupande Agents and Zone Supervisors to mobilise farmers.
• Collect accurate data from farmers and brokers using digital tools and report any data quality issues.
• Coordinate logistics for raw cashew nut collection with loaders, logistics team, and supervisor.

• Proven experience with an agricultural, aggregation, trading, or similar operations employer, supported by references or employment records.
• Ability to read and write in English or a local language and perform basic arithmetic.
• Demonstrated honesty and responsibility in handling agricultural products, weighing, and record-keeping.
• Fluency in Kiswahili and knowledge of local coastal languages.
• Computer literacy and comfort using tablets or smartphones for data collection.
• High attention to detail in quality control, record-keeping, and payment processing.
• Ability to work independently, proactively solve problems, and operate with limited supervision.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the assigned area and handle raw cashew nuts physically.
• Strong ties to the local farming community.
• Preferred: Experience with cashew or on the coast, experience running a buying or collection centre, and familiarity with Tupande.

The role offers health insurance and paid time off.