Assistant Livestock Production Officer - 10 Posts at Public Service Commission Kenya (PSCK)

Duties and Responsibilities
This 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 disseminate livestock production technologies and information; 
• Collecting and collating livestock data and information for gross margins, market access and planning; 
• Participating in collaborative research activities;
• Collecting livestock inputs and products samples for analysis; and 
• Advising farmers on group formation, construction of farm structures and equipment

For appointment to this grade

• A candidate must have a Diploma in any of the following disciplines; Animal Health and Production, Animal Husbandry, Dairy Science and Technology, Agribusiness, Animal Production, Farm Management, Apiculture, Range Management or Natural Resource Management from a university recognised in Kenya.