About Southpoint Holdings
Southpoint Holdings is a microfinance bank that provides savings accounts, mobile loans, business loans, and asset finance to micro and small enterprises in the coastal region of Kenya. Licensed by the Central Bank of Kenya as a microfinance bank, Southpoint was founded in 2007 and operates fourteen branches in Mombasa, Kwale, Kilifi, Malindi, and Lamu. The bank serves over 60,000 depositors and has a loan book of KES 3.8 billion. Southpoint Holdings also operates agency banking through 350 agents and offers mobile banking through USSD and smartphone apps.
What you will do:
In this role you will work directly with smallholder farmers, providing agronomic advice, training on best farming practices, and facilitating access to inputs and markets. Day-to-day activities include conducting farm visits, organising farmer training sessions, and collecting data on crop performance and yields. You will serve as the link between the company and its out-grower farmers, ensuring that production contracts are understood and followed. The role requires extensive travel within the assigned region, so a valid motorcycle licence and willingness to spend most of the working week in the field are essential. You will also help farmers with soil sampling, input selection, and post-harvest handling to reduce losses. Strong communication skills in both English and Kiswahili are important because you will be working with farmers who have varying levels of formal education.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience in a similar position
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in relevant industry software and tools
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across teams
- Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices
If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, send your updated CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks of the application deadline. Southpoint Holdings is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
