Job Description
– Reporting to the Seed and Fertilizers Division Manager, the Cereals Seeds Technician has the following functions:
– Coordinate the implementation of Cereals Seed production activities and plans both on RAB Stations and among private producers;
– Actively participate in the development of joint annual plans for the production and supply of adequate seed for the different categories of seed for Cereal Crops in the country;
– Ensure adequate planning, timely requisition and procurement of materials and equipment required to support the activities of seed production;
– Ensure that all the required materials, tools and equipment are timely put in place and undertake the implementation of plans for EGS seeds production;
– Contribute to the development of knowledge tools and information systems on seed, Cereals varieties and seed-related emergency assistance;
– Conduct training and mentoring of cereals seeds producers in new techniques, environmental considerations and other productivity-related areas all aimed at production of quality and quantity seeds;
– Develop and disseminate guidelines for cereals local seeds production to increase seed productivity and quality;
– Mobilize local companies and seed multipliers to invest in cereals seeds production;
– Ensure regular monitoring and provision of technical support to local private seed producers to promote the quality of seed produced;
– Ensure the implementation of activities, projects and assets management that promote the delivery of adequate quality seed in the country and that public finances and goods are well managed;
– Undertaking any other duties as assigned by the supervisor and other relevant authorities;
– Preparation of weekly, quarterly, annual and other reports concerning Cereals Seeds production activities as may be required;
Minimum Qualifications
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Advanced Diploma in Agriculture Sciences
0 Year of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy
0 Year of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Seed Science and Technology
0 Year of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Crop Sciences
0 Year of relevant experience
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Advanced Diploma in Seed Science and Technology
0 Year of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Sciences
0 Year of relevant experience
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Advanced Diploma in Agronomy Science
0 Year of relevant experience
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Advanced Diploma in Crop Sciences
0 Year of relevant experience
Competency and Key Technical Skills
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Integrity
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Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
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Inclusiveness
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Accountability
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Communication
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Teamwork
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Client/citizen focus
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Professionalism
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Commitment to continuous learning
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Resource management skills
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Analytical skills
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Problem solving skills
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Decision making skills
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Time management skills
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Risk management skills
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Results oriented
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Digital literacy skills
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Fluency in Kinyaranda English and or French knowledge of Swahili is an added advantage
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Knowledge of the Agriculture resources
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Knowledge of seed value chains functionality
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Skills in seed production works
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Knowledge of quality management in seed production
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Knowledge of cereal seed production and management