Job Description
LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION OFFICER, JOB GROUP âKâ- 2 POSTS.
This is the entry and training grade into the Livestock Production Officers' cadre. An
officer at this level will be deployed at the sub-county or ward level and will work under
the guidance and supervision of a senior Officer.
a) Duties and responsibilities will include
i) Providing technical advice in animal production, livestock marketing, range
management, apiculture, and ranching and promoting economic livestock farming.
ii) Assisting in organizing extension activities including field days, field
demonstrations, farmer field schools, and farm visits.
iii) Performing any other duty that may be assigned by the supervisor.
b) Requirements for Appointment
i) Be a Kenyan Citizen (Attach ID)
ii) KCSE Certificate
iii) A Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following disciplines: Animal
Science/Animal Production, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Food Science and
Technology, Agriculture and Home Economics, Range Management/ Natural
Resource Management, Livestock/Agricultural Economics and Dairy Technology,
Agricultural Education and Extension, Animal Health and Management from a
recognized Institution in Kenya.