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