Bukura Agricultural College (BAC) in Partnership with AgrarKontakte International (AKI) e. V. are inviting applications for Vocational Training in Agriculture in Germany.
ELIGIBILITY / ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
- Must be a Diploma Finalist at Bukura Agricultural College
- Minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 60%
- Age: 18-34 years |
- Genuine interest in agriculture & motivation to learn
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
- 7-9 months practical agricultural traineeship in Southern Germany (March/May – November).
- Live and work with a German host family on a private commercial farm (learning by doing).
- Hands-on experience in crop production, livestock, machinery & sustainable farming practices.
- Introductory seminar, field trips, cultural exchange and German language improvement.
- Goal: Build skills to manage farm businesses efficiently & act as agricultural multipliers in Kenya.
WHAT YOU RECEIVE
- Pocket money: €350 / month
- Full board & own bedroom
- Work clothes, laundry & WiFi
- Liability, accident & health insurance
- Orientation seminar & field trips
- German language preparation classes
- Traineeship certificate upon completion
- Cultural immersion & networking
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Basic practical agricultural knowledge (no initial training provided)
- Willingness to integrate into host family life & rural German culture
- Basic German language knowledge (classes organized by BAC & AKI before departure)
- Ability to ride a bicycle (mandatory) | Tractor/driver’s licence is an advantage
- Openness, proactivity, responsibility and readiness for long, physically demanding work days
- Commitment to complete the full program and submit experience report (parts in German)
