Kenya Animal Genetic Resources Centre (KAGRC) formally known as Central Artificial Insemination Station (CAIS) was established by Kenya Gazette Notice Number 557 of 19th June 1946 with the objective of controlling venereal diseases and genetic improvement of exotic dairy Cattle. KAGRC is situated 15 km from City Centre (West of the Nairobi City), and has its Headquarters in Lower Kabete in Nairobi and has land capacity of about 358 Acres, 124 bulls in the stud. The functions of the management committee have since been taken over by the Board of Directors, appointed vide the Gazette Notice No L.N. 110 of 5th Sept. 2011. The mandate of KAGRC is to produce, preserve, and conserve, animal genetic material (semen embryo, tissues and live animals) and rear breeding bulls for provision of high quality disease free semen to meet the national demand and for export. In order to meet its mandate, KAGRC works in close collaboration with other breeding organizations such as the Kenya Stud Book, the Dairy Recording Services of Kenya and the Livestock Recording Center. Together, these organizations implement the Contract Mating and Progeny Testing Programmes. The organization also works closely with the breed societies as well as individual and institutional farms which provide herds for the breeding program. It is a profound achievement that the centre has attained the ISO 9001:2008 QMS certification in management standards on the world best practices. Bull Stud The station initially started with an importation of six bulls in 1946 ; four Guernsey and two Jersey bulls from America and Scotland respectively. Ayrshire and Friesian breeds were later introduced.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out practical demonstrations and training farmers on livestock production technologies and techniques;
• Assisting in preparing field days to disseminate livestock production technologies;
• Assisting in identification of pasture and fodder varieties;
• Assisting in advising on management of pasture and fodder production conservation;
• Assisting in farm planning;
• Guiding on farm feed formulation;
• Collating and analyzing livestock data;
• Participating in collaborative research activities;
• Implementing livestock programmes / projects; and
• Assisting in compiling reports relating to area of specialization.

Job Specification

For appointment of this grade, an officer must have:-

• A Bachelors degree in a relevant animal production discipline;
• Registered by relevant professional body;
• Proficiency in Computer Application; and
• Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the constitution.

Key competencies and skills

• Good interpersonal communication skills; and
• Should be able to work with minimal supervision.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide the following documents during the interview:

• Curriculum vitae;
• Identity card;
• Original Academic certificates and other testimonials;
• Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) recognition/equation certificate for degrees, diplomas and certificates awarded by foreign universities and institutions.

 Successful candidates will be required to provide the following documents:

• Certificate of good conduct;
• EACC clearance;
• HELB clearance;
• KRA compliance certificate; and
• Clearance from a reputable credit referencing bureau.