Assistant Livestock Production Officer III (4 Positions) at Embu County Government

Ref No: CPSB 13/22 (E)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Diploma in any of the following fields:- Animal Production, Dairy Science and Technology, Animal Science, Agribusiness, Animal Health and Production, Farm Management, Apiculture or Range/Natural Resource Management from a recognised Training Institution; and
• Certificate in computer applications.

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 entail:
• Carrying out practical demonstrations relating to livestock production;
• Collecting and collating livestock data and information;
• 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 accessand 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 equipments