Vacancies at Kenya Animal Genetic Resources Centre

Job Description

• Carrying out practical demonstrations and training farmers on livestock production technologies and techniques;
• Assisting in preparing field days to disseminate livestock production technologies;
• Assisting in identification of pasture and fodder varieties;
• Assisting in advising on management of pasture and fodder production conservation;
• Assisting in farm planning;
• Guiding on farm feed formulation;
• Collating and analyzing livestock data;
• Participating in collaborative research activities;
• Implementing livestock programmes / projects; and
• Assisting in compiling reports relating to area of specialization.

Job Specification

For appointment of this grade, an officer must have:-

• A Bachelors degree in a relevant animal production discipline;
• Registered by relevant professional body;
• Proficiency in Computer Application; and
• Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the constitution.

Key competencies and skills

• Good interpersonal communication skills; and
• Should be able to work with minimal supervision.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide the following documents during the interview:

• Curriculum vitae;
• Identity card;
• Original Academic certificates and other testimonials;
• Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) recognition/equation certificate for degrees, diplomas and certificates awarded by foreign universities and institutions.

 Successful candidates will be required to provide the following documents:

• Certificate of good conduct;
• EACC clearance;
• HELB clearance;
• KRA compliance certificate; and
• Clearance from a reputable credit referencing bureau.

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Job Description

The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:-

• Developing and overseeing implementation communication and branding
• strategy and policy;
• Managing corporate events;
• Developing information, education and communication materials;
• Promoting a positive corporate image of the Centre;
• Managing public relations;
• Providing media liaison services; and
• Developing and overseeing implementation corporate social responsibility programs.

Job Specification

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Have a Bachelors Degree in Communications or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Have Professional qualification and membership where applicable;
• Demonstrated results in work performance; and
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Key competencies and skills

• Communication skills;
• Interpersonal skills;
• Report writing skills; and
• Integrity.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide the following documents during the interview:

• Curriculum vitae;
• Identity card;
• Original Academic certificates and other testimonials;
• Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) recognition/equation certificate for degrees, diplomas and certificates awarded by foreign universities and institutions.

 Successful candidates will be required to provide the following documents:

• Certificate of good conduct;
• EACC clearance;
• HELB clearance;
• KRA compliance certificate; and
• Clearance from a reputable credit referencing bureau.

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Job Description

The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:-

• Providing advice on ICT hardware, software, network and communication devices and equipment;
• Participating in acceptance test, supervision and commissioning of ICT systems/equipment;
• Providing support and guidance to ICT in the use of ICT equipment and devices;
• Participating in implementing programs for safeguarding data integrity of all systems.
• Providing system/application availability through the necessary technical support/upgrades;
• Routine installation, configuration servicing, repair and maintenance of computer hardware and network;
• Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual maintenance and repair reports; and
• Participating in committee meetings as appropriate.

Job Specification

For appointment a candidate must have:-

• A Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information
• Communication Technology, or equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Four (4) years relevant work experience;
• Demonstrated results in work performance; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Key competencies and skills

• Communication skills;
• Interpersonal skills; and
• Integrity.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide the following documents during the interview:

• Curriculum vitae;
• Identity card;
• Original Academic certificates and other testimonials;
• Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) recognition/equation certificate for degrees, diplomas and certificates awarded by foreign universities and institutions.

 Successful candidates will be required to provide the following documents:

• Certificate of good conduct;
• EACC clearance;
• HELB clearance;
• KRA compliance certificate; and
• Clearance from a reputable credit referencing bureau.

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Job Description

Duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail;

• Feeding animals;
• Taking animals’ temperature on daily basis and recording of the same;
• Cleaning of animals pens and paddocks;
• Preparing and presenting animals for germplasm collection;
• Reporting any sick animal;
• Dipping;
• Preparing and presenting animals for vaccination and treatment as well as parading them when there are visitors;
• Ensuring quarantine measures are adhered to; and
• Assisting the Veterinary surgeons during postmortems.

Job Specification

For appointment to this position, one must have:

•  KCSE D+ or its equivalent; and
• Meets the provision of Chapter 6 of the constitution.

 Key Competencies and skills

• Hardworking individual; and
• Background in care of livestock.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide the following documents during the interview:

• Curriculum vitae;
• Identity card;
• Original Academic certificates and other testimonials;
• Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) recognition/equation certificate for degrees, diplomas and certificates awarded by foreign universities and institutions.

 Successful candidates will be required to provide the following documents:

• Certificate of good conduct;
• EACC clearance;
• HELB clearance;
• KRA compliance certificate; and
• Clearance from a reputable credit referencing bureau.