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In 1958, after its incorporation, the company started an enterprise to produce commercial Sunflower for the European bird feed market to sustain its financial needs. In 1963 the company introduced hybrid seed maize production following the release of the first hybrids by the government Research centre in Kitale. Seed wheat was added to the seed program in 19...
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Job Description
Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable.
Reporting to the Manager, Plant Breeding
- Duties and responsibilities of this position will include:
- Formulating research project proposals.
- Developing and release of seed varieties.
- Collecting, collation, analysis and interpretation of appropriate data from crop experiments.
- Evaluating germplasm for various seed varieties for resistance to main biotic stresses, grain yield and other desirable agronomic traits
- Maintenance and supply of breeders’ seeds for bulking.
- Maintaining germplasm inventory and ensure ideal storage conditions.
- Carrying out description of released varieties and other germplasm (DUS)
- Assist in development of inbred lines for yield and other agronomic attributes
- Participate in evaluating hybrids varieties in Preliminary, Advanced and National Performance Trials.
- Preparation of technical / scientific reports
- Prepare materials for check plot inspections
Minimum requirements
Requirements for Appointment.
For appointment to this grade, one must have:
- Bachelor Science degree in Botany, Agriculture, Seed Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
- Have a minimum of eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which must have been in a supervisory role in comparable organization.
- Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
- Membership in good standing to a relevant professional body.
- Must have released at least one (1) variety
- Leadership skills.
- Excellent communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Team player
- Working knowledge of computer applications.
- Must have valid driving license.
- Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
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Ref KSC 3/12/22
Job Description
Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable.
Reporting to the Manager, Seed Production.
Duties and responsibilities of this position will include:
- Identification and Recruitment of seed growers to achieve set seed production targets.
- Coordinate distribution of basic seed to all contracted farms and approved seed growers.
- Coordination of farm operations with seed growers to optimize yields.
- Coordinate timely inspection of crops and advising farmers at various stages in accordance with best agronomic practices.
- Ensure registration of seed crops with KEPHIS.
- Collection and compiling of seed production data.
- Prepare periodic work progress reports.
- Supervising seed harvesting and delivery to the processing plant.
- Advising on key issues that impact the production function in the zone.
- Assist in preparation of annual unit and departmental budgets
- Assist in preparation of departmental work and procurement plan
Minimum requirements
Requirements for Appointment.
For appointment to this grade, one must have:
- Bachelor degree in Agriculture, Horticulture or equivalent qualifications;
- A minimum period of eight (8) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in supervisory role in a position in the Public Service or Private Sector.
- Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
- Membership in good standing to any professional body
- Proficiency in computer applications
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work in stressful and strenuous environment.
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
- iMust have valid driving license.
- Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
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Ref KSC 4/12/22
Job Description
Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable.
Reporting to the Manager, Seed Production.
Duties and responsibilities will include:
- Identification and Recruitment of seed growers to achieve set seed production targets.
- Distribution of basic seed to all contracted farms and approved seed growers.
- Supervision of farm operations to optimize yields.
- Undertaking timely inspection of crops and advising farmers at various stages in accordance with best agronomic practices.
- Registration of seed crops with KEPHIS.
- Collection and compiling of seed production data.
- Drafting of periodic work progress reports.
- Supervising seed harvesting and delivery to the processing plant.
Minimum requirements
Requirements for Appointment.
For appointment to this grade, one must have:
- Bachelors degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agronomy, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics or equivalent qualification.
- At least four (4) years relevant work experience;
- Supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
- Proficiency in computer applications;
- Membership in good standing to a relevant professional body.
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work in stressful and strenuous environment.
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
- Must have valid driving license.
- Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution.
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Ref KSC 5/12/22
Job Description
Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable.
Reporting to the Manager, Seed Production.
Duties and responsibilities will include:
- Identification and Recruitment of seed growers in the allocated cluster to achieve set seed production targets.
- Distribution of basic seed to all contracted farms and approved seed growers.
- Supervision of farm operations to optimize yields.
- Undertaking timely inspection of crops and advising farmers at various stages in accordance with best agronomic practices.
- Crop registration with regulatory body.
- Collection and compiling of seed production data.
- Drafting of periodic work progress reports.
- Supervising seed harvesting and delivery to the processing plant.
Minimum requirements
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, one must have:
- Bachelors degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agronomy, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics or equivalent qualification.
- Working knowledge in computer applications.
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work in stressful and strenuous environment.
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
- Must have valid driving license.
- Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution.
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Ref KSC 6/12/22
Job Description
Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable.
Reporting to the Seed Quality Assurance Manager.
Duties and responsibilities will include:
- To carry out authorized seed field inspections, seed processing inspections, seed sampling, labelling and sealing as per the seeds and plant varieties (seeds) regulations and authorization guidelines.
- Implement Pre/Post-Control activities for the Company’s products.
- Collaborate with Production officers and Breeders in detection of varietal off-types in both basic and certified seed production and devise/implement/appraise programs to continuously improve seed quality along the value chain.
- Liaise with all Production Units of the Company to train Seed Growers on seed crop field standards.
- Coordinate drawing pre-harvest samples and testing to determine physiological maturity of seed and advising harvesting programs.
- Collaborate with relevant agencies and implement programs to eradicate counterfeits seed products.
- Spearhead strategies that will enable the company to implement OECD seed schemes and undertake authorized seed certification programs.
- Coordinate the implementation of validation and calibration programs of all Company weighing and measuring equipment.
- Coordinate pricing, quotations, and invoicing for seed inspection activities.
- Prepare work plans and periodic work progress reports.
Minimum requirements
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, one must have:
- Bachelors Degree in Seed Technology, Botany, Biochemistry, Applied Biology qualifications from a recognized institution; or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
- At least eight (8) years relevant work experience in Public Service or Private Sector;
- Membership to relevant professional body.
- Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution Problem-solving and decision-making abilities;
- Analytical skills
- The ability to work under pressure;
- Good communication and presentation skills;
- Working knowledge in computer applications
- iMust have valid driving license.
- Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
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