Pesticide Inspector at Pest Control Products Board

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The Pest Control Products Board, a Statutory Organization of Government invites applications from qualified candidates for the following vacant position:-

Duties and responsibilities

• carrying out inspection of quality of pesticide and suitability of premises
• processing of imports and exports permits
• certifying that Pesticides handled from manufacture to use have been approved and registered for use
• sampling of pesticides; preparing field inspection reports and premises license
• certification of pesticides at ports of entry
• identification of awareness creation needs of the public
• preparation of training materials and programmes
• preparation and distribution of IEC materials in liaison with the Communication Officer
• participation in Public awareness forums such as agricultural shows, exhibition and field days
• preparing reports on the impact of training

Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade, one must have:

• Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following disciplines: Agriculture, Environmental Chemistry, Chemistry, relevant Biological Sciences, or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution
• Proficiency in computer applications.