
Janetriza Akinyi
Project Officer at VI Agroforestry - Kenya Agricultural Carbon Project (KACP)
Egerton University
Kenya
Hi, I'm Janetriza Akinyi!
Project Officer at VI Agroforestry - Kenya Agricultural Carbon Project (KACP)
Agronomist experienced in climate-smart agriculture, agroforestry, and carbon project implementation, with strong expertise in field data coordination, MRV support, and community engagement to deliver measurable sustainability outcomes community-focused roles. Fluent in English and Kiswahili.
Experience
VI Agroforestry - Kenya Agricultural Carbon Project (KACP)
Project Officer
February 2025 - Present
Support implementation of Sustainable Agricultural Land Management practices and agroforestry interventions across 145 farmer groups within KACP project areas.
Coordinate annual data collection, verification, and quality assurance processes for production, environmental, and social indicators to support Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (PMERL) requirements.
Develop and administer data collection tools, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project reporting standards.
Engage directly with 35 community facilitators, 145 farmer group leaders, and stakeholders to strengthen adoption of sustainable land use systems.
Contribute to preparation of project reports by consolidating monthly field data, documenting outcomes, and supporting evidence-based decision-making.
Support capacity-building activities for farmer groups on climate resilience, sustainable practices, and income-generating initiatives aligned with project objectives.
Mama Layla Solar Lights
Agronomy Consultant
January 2024 - October 2024
Coordinated agronomy projects, engaging with farmers and farm heads to foster strong collaboration and trust.
Supervised and led teams in land preparation and planting activities, enhancing crop productivity.
Provided solutions and guidance on crop management strategies, pest control, and sustainable practices.
Created data-driven reports to support decision-making and cost tracking.
Agventure Limited
Field Crop Researcher
April 2023 - December 2023
Managed 3 research sites, overseeing all stages of field crop research.
Developed and implemented comprehensive work plans for crop rotation, improving soil fertility and minimizing risks.
Led a team of 20 workers, providing training on agronomic practices and field management.
Conducted outreach programs with local farmers, promoting sustainable agriculture and community awareness.
Conducted regular soil tests and implemented soil improvement strategies, leading to improved soil health and increased crop quality.
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