ASSISTANT LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION OFFICER III

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Job Group H

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

Diploma in any of the following disciplines: - Animal Health and Production, Animal Husbandry, Dairy Science and Technology, Agribusiness, Animal Production, Farm Management, Apiculture, Range Management or Natural Resource Management from a recognized institution; and

ii. Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution

Duties and Responsibilities

i. Carrying out practical demonstrations relating to livestock production;

ii. Accompanying extension teams during farm visits and farmer training;

iii. Participating in field days and agricultural shows to disseminate livestock production technologies and information;

iv. Collecting and collating livestock data and information for gross margins, market access and planning;

v. Participating in collaborative research activities;

vi. Collecting livestock inputs and products samples for analysis; and

vii. Advising farmers on group formation, construction of farm structures and equipment’s.