Agricultural assistant

Kenya certificate of secondary education (KCSE), mean grade C or its equivalent, and Diploma in any of the following fields; agriculture, food technology, agriculture and home economics, agricultural education, horticulture, or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from recognized institution.

Duties and ResponsibilityThis is the entry and training grade for certificate holders. An officer at this level will assist senior officers in the provision of agricultural extension services. Specific duties and responsibilities will involve mobilizing, training and advising farmers on matters relating to agricultural extension services in a working unitRequirements for appointmentFor appointmen...

Isiolo County covers an area of 25,336.7 square kilometres, on the upper Eastern region of Kenya. Isiolo Town is the capital town of the county. The county is mainly semi arid. Due to its size; Isiolo County borders seven other counties. These are Marsabit County to the north and north-west, Wajir County to the east and north-east, Garissa County to the south-east, Tana River County to the south,...

Duties and ResponsibilityThis will be the entry and training grade for assistant agricultural officers' cadre. Duties will involve training and advising farmers on matters related to crop production, land development, planning and management of demonstration plots.Requirements for appointmentFor appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:Kenya certificate of secondary education (KCSE), mean...

Isiolo County covers an area of 25,336.7 square kilometres, on the upper Eastern region of Kenya. Isiolo Town is the capital town of the county. The county is mainly semi arid. Due to its size; Isiolo County borders seven other counties. These are Marsabit County to the north and north-west, Wajir County to the east and north-east, Garissa County to the south-east, Tana River County to the south,...

Overall purpose of the role:The holder of this position will manage a team of Economic Recovery Officers and Assistants to effectively implement a Livelihoods and Self-Reliance project in Kakuma Refugee Camp and Kalobeyei Settlement and the surrounding host communities with a specific focus on financial inclusion activities. He/she will be responsible for the overall design, implementation, monit...

Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, icipe was established in 1970, to address this very paradox of insects and accompanying challenges. The Centre s mission is to use insect science for sustainable development, to ensure food security and improve the overall health of communities in Africa by addressing the interlinked problems of poverty, poor health, low agricultural productivity and environmental...

Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, icipe was established in 1970, to address this very paradox of insects and accompanying challenges. The Centre s mission is to use insect science for sustainable development, to ensure food security and improve the overall health of communities in Africa by addressing the interlinked problems of poverty, poor health, low agricultural productivity and environmental...

Carrying out practical demonstrations relating to livestock production;Accompanying extension teams during farm visits and farmer training;Participating in field days and agricultural shows to disseminate livestock production technologies and information;Collecting and collating livestock data and information for gross margins, market access and planning;Participating in collaborative research ac...

Duties and ResponsibilitiesThis is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities will include:- Carrying out practical demonstrations relating to livestock production; Accompanying extension teams during farm visits and farmer training;Participating in field days and agricultural shows to dissemi...

Participating in animal health field demonstrations and agricultural shows; participating in sample collection and dispatch;Inspecting livestock stock routes; andCollecting data and writing technical reports;Demonstrating and training on milking techniques and external parasite control techniques such as dipping,Spraying and dusting;Carrying out vaccination, closed castration, dehorning, ear tagg...

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:SAFIC is an African-led Centre of excellence at the SBS seeking to empower, enable and scale agri-food innovations, and enhance the competitiveness of food systems across the continent. SAFIC is driven by a clear mission to enhance the competitiveness of the agriculture and agrifood sector in addition to facilitating and supporting innovations within strategic areas of the sec...

The Commission dates back to 1954 when Civil Service Commission was established by British Colonial Government following Holmes Commission Report, 1948; Civil Service Commission was advisory to the Governor in matters of appointments; At independence in 1963 it was enshrined in the constitution and renamed Public Service Commission; Independence Constitution had Regional PSC s but abolished in 19...

Duties and ResponsibilitiesThis will be the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a more experienced officer. Duties and responsibilities will include:- Participating in animal health field demonstrations and agricultural shows; participating in sample collection and dispatch; Inspecting livestock stock routes; and Collecting data and wr...

Strathmore University is a Chartered University located in Nairobi, Kenya. It was the first multiracial and multi religious educational institution in English speaking Eastern Africa and more recently the first institute of higher learning to be ISO certified in East and Central Africa in 2004 SUMMARY SAFIC is an African-led Centre of excellence at the SBS seeking to empower, enable and scale agr...

The Commission dates back to 1954 when Civil Service Commission was established by British Colonial Government following Holmes Commission Report, 1948; Civil Service Commission was advisory to the Governor in matters of appointments; At independence in 1963 it was enshrined in the constitution and renamed Public Service Commission; Independence Constitution had Regional PSC s but abolished in 19...

About IFDC IFDC is a public international organization active in 27 countries in Africa, Asia, and America. IFDC uniquely approaches the global issues of food security and poverty by bridging the gap between research and impact, combining science-based innovations, holistic market systems development, an enabling policy environment, and strategic partnerships to assist farmers and countries to id...

About IFDC IFDC is a public international organization active in 27 countries in Africa, Asia, and America. IFDC uniquely approaches the global issues of food security and poverty by bridging the gap between research and impact, combining science-based innovations, holistic market systems development, an enabling policy environment, and strategic partnerships to assist farmers and countries to id...

ADVERT NO. 02/2024/05Basic Salary Scale: Ksh. 26,900 35,380 p.m. (Job Group 'H') Allowances as per the SRC circulars attached to the position.Terms of service: Permanent and PensionableFor appointment to this position a candidate must have;Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C- (Minus) or its equivalent; andA diploma in any of the following fields: - Agriculture, Food Techn...

The Agricultural Employers Association (A.E.A) is a voluntary member based farmer organization registered in 1966 under the Trade Unions Act Cap 233 of the Laws of Kenya as an Association representing the collective interests of employers in the Agricultural Industry in matters connected with employment of labour. Summary The position is responsible for effective financial management. The respons...

ADVERT NO. 02/2024/06Basic Salary Scale: Ksh. 26,900 35,380 p.m. (Job Group 'H') Allowances as per the SRC circulars attached to the position.Terms of service: Permanent and PensionableFor appointment to this position a candidate must have;Diploma in any of the following disciplines: - Animal Health and Production, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Dairy Science and Technology, Agribusiness, Animal ...

Data Analytics and Interpretation:Writing analytical insights on emerging issues related to agricultural value chains, commodities, and food production.Advanced Statistical Analysis:Analyze qualitative and quantitative data using the latest statistical techniques, interpret data, analyze results, and provide ongoing reports.Data Strategies:Develop databases, data collection, and analytics strateg...

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Agricultural Employers Association commonly known as AEA was started in 1962 and registered in 1966 as an Association representing the collective interests of Employers in the Agricultural industry in matters connected with Employment of Labour. The AEA is an affiliate member of KEPSA, KAM and ASNET.The position is responsible for effective financial management. The responsibilities include proce...