Job Description

An officer at this level shall:

• Plan farm operations, select profitable enterprise(s), and set income targets for each enterprise.
• Keep accurate records of livestock and/or crops to ensure the farm remains profitable.
• Manage the day-to-day and long-term operations of the University Farm.
• Supervise staff, monitor crops and livestock, and handle administrative tasks such as budgeting, purchasing supplies, maintaining vendor and client relationships, and maximizing profitability.
• Analyze operations, crops, livestock, staff, and financial documents to recommend profitability improvements.
• Prepare plans and schedules for livestock and crops, ensuring farm inputs are efficiently utilized and restocked.
• Schedule repairs, maintenance, and replacement of equipment and machinery.
• Handle the marketing and sale of farm products such as fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat, and grains.
• Ensure staff adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with management to prepare budgets and financial reports.
• Build professional networks and stay updated on developments in agricultural science.
• Perform any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

A candidate must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness and Management, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Master’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness and Management, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• At least six (6) years of relevant work experience.
• Training in Public Relations.
• Computer literacy.
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.