Assistant Agricultural Officer III

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK, FISHERIES AN

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh. 28,620.00 – 37,100.00 (CPSB 11)
House Allowance: Ksh. 4,500 p.m
Commuter Allowance: Ksh. 4,000 p.m.
Other Allowances as Per the SRC Circulars
Terms of Service: Three (3) Years Contract (Renewable)

Requirements for Appointment-:

• A Diploma in any of the following fields: Agriculture, Horticulture or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Report writing skills;
• Good Communication skills; and

Duties and Responsibilities -:

• Mobilize, train and advise farmers on matters relating to agricultural extension services in a working unit on matters related to crop production, horticultural production, Land Development and Planning;
• Coordinate crop related extension activities at the ward level;
• Distribute quality seeds, seedlings/planting materials at specific units;
• Organize field days demonstrations and tours;
• Identify farmers’ training needs; and
• Prepare field reports.