Livestock Training Officer Job in Kenya

Livestock Training Officer

Job Summary

The livestock training officer will be responsible in conducting livestock training to farm shop franchisees, farm shop agro-vet attendants and farmers within farm shop franchisees network. He/she will be involved in livestock demonstration set up and management, participate in farmer’s clinic days, farmers field schools and farm shop promotional events. Key Duties & Responsibilities

To provide livestock training to Farm Shop franchisees and shop assistantsParticipate in promotional events, farmers field schools and farmer’s clinicsProvide technical input on the set up of livestock demonstration farms and train farmers the best practices during farmers field schools events Support field agents in farmer groups visits and trainingAdvise management and franchisees on livestock product suppliersStandards of Performance and BehaviorHonesty, integrity and transparency in dealings with stakeholders and clients.Analytical and pro active attitude towards problem solvingProfessional conduct in all operational mattersBachelor’s degree in animal production and 1 year working experience dealing with small scale farmers. Diploma/certificate in animal health assistant from AHIT or from any other recognized institution of higher learning and 1-2 years of experience working with small holder farmers.Fluent English and SwahiliAnalytical and writing skills Communication and interpersonal skills Use of MS Word, Excel, Power-point and Outlook Send CV and remuneration requirement to jobs@farmshop.co.ke with the subject line “Livestock Training Officer” by 31 January, 2014.

Sidai Africa Regional Technical Supervisors, Senior Financial Accountant & Credit Controller, Livestock Service Centre Attendants and Feedlot Manager Jobs in Kenya

Sidai Africa Ltd is a unique company pioneering a new approach to livestock service delivery in Kenya. The company provides high quality products and services to livestock keepers and pastoralists. To achieve this, Sidai Africa is developing a national network of branded Livestock Service Centres franchised to qualified professionals. Sidai centres bring veterinary, and other services, closer to small-scale farmers and pastoralists, particularly in underserved areas.
Sidai is growing fast. We now seek dynamic professionals who share Sidai’s vision and values to join this exciting and rewarding company.
 1. Regional Technical Supervisors (4) – Eldoret, Isiolo, Marsabit & Turkana
Reporting to Operations Director/Regional Operations Manager
 A degree in veterinary medicine (BVM), animal production, animal nutrition, agronomy or business degreeAble to support small businesses to profitabilityWilling to travel extensivelyExperience in running or managing agro-vets an advantageExperience of farmer and pastoralist training an advantageStrong analytical and communication skillsEmpathy with rural peopleIdentification, recruitment and support franchisees in target areasDevelop & monitor franchisee business plansMaintain good relations with stakeholders in assigned regionReport on franchisee performanceArrange farmer, pastoralist and franchisee training2. Senior Financial Accountant & Credit Controller
Offer oversight in management of stocks in our retail outletsAssist Operations team in review of product prices and updates into the systemCarry out margin analysis and report on products profitabilityReview retail branches performances and give reports to management for decision makingAssist in implementing the credit control policy and debt managementReview bank reconciliationsManage the branch accountantsLiaise with all franchisees for account settlements and reconciliationsBusiness related degree specializing in Accounting or FinanceQualified holder of CPA(K) or ACCA with at least 5 years post qualification experienceA masters degree in business will be an added advantageA registered member of ICPAKComputer literate with hands on experience in use of an Enterprise Resource Planning tool (ERP) and Microsoft office productsGood planner, organizer and effective decision makerStrong analytical and communication skillsWilling to travel extensively within the franchise network3. Livestock Service Centre Attendants
Reporting to the Regional Technical Supervisor the livestock service center attendants will be based in one of the company’s own centres located in Isiolo, Marsabit or Turkana. They will be tasked with running the day to day operations of the centre.Diploma or certificate in animal health from a recognized institutionPrevious experience in working in or managing agro-vets will be an added advantageExperience in provision of on farm extension service, farmer training, vaccination campaigns etc will be a definite advantage.Must be computer literate.Motor cycle license mandatoryManage the daily operation of the Livestock Service Centre.Attend to in store and on farm clients and build a loyal client base.Procurement and stock managementCollection of market and customer information and maintain accurate customer data.Reporting to the Operations Director the Feedlot Manager will be responsible for the operations of a planned feedlot in Isiolo for local and international markets.
 Qualification in animal production, animal science, farm management or agribusiness idealPrevious experience in managing a commercial feedlot or farmParticipate in the development of the initial feedlot design and set up.Recruit and manage feedlot staff.Develop business plans, budgets and production schedulesManage all daily operationsMaintain accurate records on herd performance and livestock traceability.Play a key role in sourcing of quality and traceable animals for the feedlot and marketing of the finished stock to various target outlets .Maintain accurate financial records, report on operational and capital expendituresSend your application with a detailed CV to recruit@sidai.com CAFS Centre, Mara Road
PO Box 64945-00620, 

Livestock Marketer Job in Kenya

Marketer - Livestock

Our client is in the agricultural industry and is seeking to fill the position of Marketing Officer. 

The incumbent will mainly market their livestock products especially to sell goats/dopers sheepCreate market for high value animalsMust have Sound knowledge of animals and animal markets or a good background selling agricultural related productsCandidate must be a quick learnerMust have a Bachelors degree in Marketing or related fieldInterested and qualified applicants should send their applications and CV’s stating their current and expected salary to recruit@idp-ea.com not later than 15th June  2013.

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