Assistant Farm Manager Scale 7/8 (VII/XIII) at Moi University

Ref. MU/ADM/04/9/2023

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level shall be responsible for:-

• Assisting the Farm Manager on day to day operations of the University Farm;
• Ensuring production targets of each farm units are achieved;
• Supervising staff and keeping attendance records;
• Supervising students on attachment;
• Field patrols/ scouting on regular basis and making reports;
• Collecting soil samples from the fields as directed by the Farm Manager;
• Record keeping of farm inputs and outputs;
• Safeguarding farm inputs and outputs; and
• Performing any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Direct Appointment

To be appointed to this grade, a candidate must:

• Have Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture or any other related field;
• Provide evidence of Computer skills in relevant field from a recognized institution; and
• Have four (4) years relevant working experience.

Requirements for Serving Officers

To be appointed to this grade, an officer must;

• Have Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture or any other related field;
• Provide evidence of Computer skills in relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Have served as Farm Assistant, Grade 5/6 for at least three (3) years; and
• Have shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.