Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinating extension activities which include field days, agricultural shows, field demonstrations, farmer field schools and farm visits;
• Participating in development of public/private initiatives and overall policy formulation;
• Preparing technical information in animal production, livestock marketing, range management, apiculture, and ranching;
• Promoting economic livestock farming; Resourcing in technical workshops and seminars;
• Researching, inventing and advising on livestock production technologies and techniques;
• Developing livestock production programmes/projects;
• Preparing agribusiness, ranch and farm plans;
• Establishing linkages with research institutions and other stakeholders on livestock production matters;
• Coordinating conservation and utilizations of range resources; and other duties will include overseeing extension activities; overseeing the implementation of livestock information management systems; coordinating monitoring and evaluation of livestock programmes; preparing technical papers and reports for professional forums and symposia; and participating in formulation of livestock bi- lateral/multilateral agreements. Performance management, planning, supervision and deployment of staff in the directorate.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

• Served in the grade of Senior Assistant Director of Livestock Production or in an equivalent and relevant position in a busy organization for a
• minimum period of three (3) years;
•  Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: – Animal Science, Animal Production, Agriculture, Apiculture, Food Science and Technology, Agribusiness, Range Management, Natural Resource Management, Livestock/Agricultural Economics, Diary Technology or Agricultural Education and Extension from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Animal Science, Animal Production, Agriculture, Apiculture, Agribusiness, Food Science and Technology, Agriculture and Home Economics, Range Management, Natural Resource Management, Livestock/Agriculture Economics, Dairy Technology, Agricultural Extension, Animal Breeding and Genetics or Animal Nutrition form a recognized institution;
• A certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks or its equivalent from a recognized Institution;
• Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institutions; and
• Shown outstanding administrative capability and professional competence required in managing livestock production services

IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO ALL APPLICANTS

• A duly filled CPSB. 1 (2020) form, written application, CV, copies of certificates, testimonials and National Identity Card should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left side, the position being applied for.
• All applications MUST be received on or before 13 May 2022 by 5.00 p.m.
• Trans Nzoia County Public Service Board is an equal opportunity Employer, Persons with disability, marginalized and minorities are also encouraged to apply.
• ONLY applicants who meet ALL the requirements will be shortlisted and contacted.
• Shortlisted candidates MUST present their original Academic and Professional Certificates during the interview.
• ONLY successful candidates will be required to avail the following documents:
• Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
• Clearance from Criminal Investigations Department:
• Clearance from the Ethics and Anti–Corruption Commission (EACC).
• Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB):
• Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (Tax Compliance Certificate)

Hand delivered applications can be submitted at the County Public Service Board’s Office located next to Kenya Red Cross near St. Anthony Boys High School – Kitale.
THE SECRETARY
TRANS NZOIA COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P.O. BOX 4210 – 30200
KITALE.