Outgrowers Manager – Bomet at Summit Recruitment and Search

Key Responsibilities.

• Ensure all green leaf supplied by Outgrowers meets the company’s stringent quality standards, which is critical for the final made tea quality.
• Continuously monitor and review green leaf production levels across the Outgrowers base and provide precise forecasts of green leaf availability to the factory.
• Lead and manage the process for achieving and maintaining various international sustainability certifications, such as Rainforest Alliance (RA), or other relevant standards.
• Supervise and mentor the team of Extension Officers to provide effective technical advisory services and training on best agronomic practices to farmers
• Prepare and manage the departmental budget for the Outgrowers program, controlling expenses for inputs, extension activities, and staff.

Key Qualifications.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Horticulture, Crop Science, Agricultural Extension, or a related field is required
• At least 8 years of progressively responsible experience in managing agricultural Outgrowers schemes or extension services, ideally within the tea, coffee, or other high-value perennial crop sectors.
• Proven track record in effectively leading and managing large field teams, including Extension Officers.
• Demonstrated success in achieving and maintaining international agricultural and sustainability certifications such as Rainforest Alliance (RA) or equivalent standards.
• In-depth knowledge of Kenyan agricultural regulations, including the Crops Act (Tea Industry Regulations), as well as relevant labor and environmental laws.