Job Specification 

In Crop Research, duties and responsibilities will entail: 


Collecting metrological data and monitor weather changes; 
Conducting field trials to evaluate crop factors for research programmes; 
Collecting and compiling data on crop research programmes; 
Carrying out basic seed bulking of basic seed, breeder’s, pre-basic seed/lines  and production for seed maize, seed potatoes, seed wheat bean seeds and  other crops.  
Undertaking research in the development and promotion of feeds, seeds in  collaboration with other partners; 
Preparing reports relating to research findings and recommendation from the  running trials/programmes. 


 

Person Specifications  

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:  


Bachelors degree in any of the following fields; Agriculture, Agronomy or its  equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and 
Proficiency in computer application skills and data analysis