University of Embu
FARM ASSISTANT – GRADE III/IV Ref: (UoEm/FA/10/2023)
Applicants must be holders of at least KCSE D+ (Plus) aggregate or KCE Division IVand a certificate in Animal Health and Production from Animal Health Industry Training Institute (AHITI). In addition, they must:
- Be registered with the Kenya Veterinary Board (KVB) and must have a valid practicing license;
- Have at least three (3) year’s relevant post qualification work experience as a Farm Assistant; and
- Have working knowledge of relevant computer applications.
- Applicants with a certificate in artificial insemination will have an added advantage.
Duties;
- Assisting in supervising farm workers and coordinating farming activities
- Assisting in compiling and updating animal health and production records
- Carrying out routine livestock best practices i.e. castration, dehorning, deworming, disbudding and hoof trimming
- Livestock disease and pest control.
- Other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Method of Application
Visit the University of Embu website; www.embuni.ac.ke, select the Job Application Portal and fill in your details as guided; and Submit one (1) hard copy application package (with job reference number clearly marked on the envelope) with the following;
- Application letter
- Detailed curriculum vitae signed on all pages. The CV must include details of three (3) referees well known to you.
- Copies of certified academic and professional certificates
- A copy of the National ID card
- A copy of the current pay slip (if any)
- Other relevant testimonials
Note: Applicants who do not submit one (1) hard copy of the application package will not be considered.
Other Requirements
- Applicants should notify the three (3) referees to send their recommendation letters directly to the undersigned in a sealed envelope or in soft via vc@embuni.ac.ke before the deadline.
- The Application Package (hard and soft copy) should reach the undersigned not later than  pm on Friday, 17th November, 2023.5.00
The Vice-Chancellor,
University of Embu,
P.O. Box 6-60100, Embu,
Kenya.
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