Agricultural Officer I

Requirements for Appointment

•  A Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following fields: Horticulture, Agronomy or Seed Science and Technology from a recognized Institution;
•  Worked in a busy registered Commercial Seed Production Seed Production Farm/Unit, Plant Propagation Unit or Institution with emphasis on Hydroponic / Aeroponics Production Technologies for at least 2 years;
•  Must have experience in managing Aeroponics and Hydroponic Greenhouses;
•  Must have knowledge in Computerized Fertigation Systems; and
•  Good Record Keeping Skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

•  Plan and Oversee Production and Multiplication of Potato Seeds in the County’s Aeroponics, Hydroponics and Field Units;
•  Supervision of Casuals / Staff in the Seed Production Aeroponics, Hydroponic and Field Units;
•  Supervise Irrigation / Fertigation and Seeding, Hardening, Transplanting and Crop Husbandry;
•  Maintain high levels of Sanitation and Hygiene in the Seed Unit as per the requirements of KEPHIS and other National and International Certification Standards, the Facility has subscribed to;
•  Crop Pest and Disease Management;
•  Operate and Maintain Seed Unit Equipment;
•  Contribute to a Safe and Orderly Working Environment;
•  Maintain Proper Operations Records in the Unit;
•  Training and Linkage of Seed Unit with Seed Multipliers;
•  Participate in Seed Data Collection and Surveys;
•  Compilation of Period Reports;
•  Perform any other Lawful Duties assigned by the Supervisor.

Terms of Service  –  Permanent and Pensionable
Basic Salary –  Kshs. 38,270 p.m. (min) – Kshs. 51,170 p.m. (max)
House Allowance –  Kshs. 7,500 p.m.
Commuter Allowance –  Kshs. 5,000 p.m.
Medical Cover –  Comprehensive Medical Cover

Candidates are requested to download the Application for Employment Form.  Thereafter, they should complete the Application for Employment Form and attach photocopies of the following documents:

• National Identification Card;
• Academic and professional certificates; and
• Any other relevant supporting documents.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original identity cards, academic and professional certificates plus other relevant documents in support of their applications.

Applications should be submitted to the County Public Service Board in an envelope which should be addressed to:

The Secretary,

County Public Service Board,

P.O Box 38-20303,

Ol’ Kalou, NYANDARUA

Applications may also be hand delivered to the County Public Service Board offices located at Posta house, 2nd floor, Ol’Kalou Town.

Applications should be received on or before close of business on 18/09/2023.

Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

Nyandarua County Government is an equal opportunity employer: women, youth, physically challenged, minority and marginalized persons: are encouraged to apply.