Farm Assistant at Bukura Agricultural College

Ref. BAC/FA/12/2018 (BAC 7)

The College seeks to recruit results driven and highly motivated individuals to fill the following position;

Reporting to the Senior Farm Assistant, the officer is responsible to controlling and managing the College Farm by setting and implementing appropriate policies and guidelines    geared towards commercialization of the farm enterprises.

Responsibilities

• Keeping and maintaining farm records by filing and capturing data in the Computer;
• Ensuring that farm implements are in good condition by provision of assistance in the developmentof a schedule for repair and maintenance;
• Computing gross margins for various farm enterprises by analyzing the costs of production against the revenue of individual enterprises;
• Conducting farm visits and trainings by guiding clients around the farm;
• Supporting farm program activities to meet safety standards to mitigate risks that may impact on the health, safety and welfare of employees in the college;
• Providing support to farm interns during their internships and maintain an active role in mentoringand providing opportunities for skill and leadership development to other subordinates.

Qualifications

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: – Farm Management, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry,or any other related and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Certificate of good conduct and EACC

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