Leather Development Officer - 3 Posts at County Government of Tharaka Nithi

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Diploma in a relevant field such as Leather Technology, Footwear Technology, Leather Goods Design and Development, or Animal Health/Environmental Resource Management with additional certification in Hides and Skins Improvement or Leather Technology from a recognized institution.
• A Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution is also required.
• Demonstrate an understanding of county and national goals and development objectives
• Certificate of membership to a relevant professional body
• Demonstrate an understanding of national goals and development objectives

Duties and responsibilities

An officer will work under guidance and supervision of the Director Veterinary Services and his/her duties will include:

• Developing and demonstrating proper methods of handling and preserving hides and skins for traders and farmers.
• Advising tanners and traders on the correct methods for waste disposal from leather premises.
• Participating in the siting and design of suitable premises and stores for hides and skins.
• Assisting in the inspection of premises, tanneries, and factories.
• Collecting and analyzing leather sector data.
• Assisting in implementing programs for the promotion of value-added leather products.
• Assisting in the coordination of hides and skins activities.
• Participating in field days and workshops to advise livestock farmers on best practices for producing quality hides and skins.