Research Technician I at International Potato Center

About the role:

Research Technician I will assist in managing the field activities in the CIP breeding and pre-breeding plots at UON Kabete and Nyandarua as well as managing and coordinating activities at the KEPHIS.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Participate in the identification, monitoring, and evaluation of potato breeding sites
•  Supervising field casuals during potato planting, weeding, spraying, and harvesting
•  Managing tuber seed multiplication in greenhouse
•  Managing the Diffuse Light Store on daily basis
•  Assist in data collection in the potato breeding fields in different locations
• Any other task assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

What are we looking for?

• A minimum of a diploma in agriculture.
• At least one year of experience in research potato field activities.
• Able to write technical reports, prepare tables, and interpret the results.
• Basic knowledge of database work for data collection.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Intermediate level of MS Office.
• Able to ride a motorbike.
• A valid driving license.
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili.