(a) Job Specification
In Crop Research, duties and responsibilities will entail:
(i) Collecting metrological data and monitor weather changes;
(ii) Conducting field trials to evaluate crop factors for research programmes;
(iii) Collecting and compiling data on crop research programmes;
(iv) 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.
(v) Undertaking research in the development and promotion of feeds, seeds in collaboration with other partners;
(vi) Preparing reports relating to research findings and recommendation from the running trials/programmes.

(b) Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) Bachelors degree in any of the following fields; Agriculture, Agronomy or its
equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
(ii) Proficiency in computer application skills and data analysis.