Livestock Production Officer - 2 Posts at Vihiga County Government

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must meet  (the following disciplines: Animal requirements: -

• A Bachelor of Science de in Science/Animal Production Agrculture, Rerousiness, Food Science and Technology, Agriculture and Home Economics, Range Management/ Natural Resource Management, Livestock/Agricultural Economics and Dairy Technology, Agricultural Education and Extension, Animal Health and Management or any other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognised Institution;
• Proficiency in Computer skills;
• Previous working experience is an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities

This is the entry and training grade into the Livestock Production Officers’ cadre.

• An officer at this level will be deployed at the Sub- County and will work under the guidance and supervision of a senior Officer.
• Providing technical advice in animal production, livestock marketing, range management, apiculture, and to promote economic livestock farming;
• The Officer will assist in organizing extension activities including field days, field demonstrations, farmer field schools and farm visits;
• Participate in farmer trainings;
• Perform any other duty as assigned.
• Salary scale: The salary, allowances and other benefits attached to this position will be as determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.