KEPHIS, a State Corporation in the Agricultural Sector invites applications from qualified Kenyans for the following positions:
Ref: VA/7/5/2018
Responsibilities for the Inspector Job
- Coordination of farmer advisory services through stakeholder awareness meetings.
- Development of monitoring, emergency response and pest management systems.
- Identification of pests and diseases.
- Field inspections and audits for market compliance.
- Inspection of agricultural produce for compliance to import and export requirements.
- Inspection of containment facilities.
- Development and maintenance of plant databases.
- Organize and participate in post certification survey activities.
- Surveillance for pest and disease management.
- Maintenance of accreditation and ISO certification.
Inspector Job Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, plant pathology, biotechnology, entomology, crop protection, molecular biology, seed science, Horticulture, Agronomy, Botany or its equivalent from a University recognized in Kenya.
- Three (3) years relevant experience.
- Knowledge on identification, diagnosis and management of pests and diseases.
- Knowledge in Pest Risk Analysis, surveillance, general plant health and compliance determination in traded commodities.
- Knowledge on biosafety and biosecurity.
- Knowledge on pest management.
- Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft office packages.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
- Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to make decisions independently.
- Good communication, data analysis, report writing and presentation skills.
- Can work well under pressure and prioritize work.
- Experience with a Quality Management System.
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