Vacancy title:
Animal Production Technician

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, Category: Agricultural Services & Products]

Jobs at:
Kenya Methodist University (KeMU)

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, April 30 2025

Duty Station:
Meru | kenya | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, April 18 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implementation of practical activities as will be planned with the respective lecturers
• Treating any sick animals at the farm at no fee except cost of drugs and tools/equipment
• Supervision of repairs and cleanliness of animal structures
• Supervision of feeding of farm animals
• Planning exhibitions and farmers training at the farm and elsewhere as may be required
• Setting up and maintaining laboratory and farm equipment for practical sessions and research
• Ensure that all equipment, supplies, specimen and reagents are available
• Maintain laboratory solutions, equipment and apparatus
• Overseeing the daily care and management of animals used for teaching and research
• Collect and preserve animal microorganisms in the laboratory
• Assisting lecturers in demonstrating animal husbandry practices such as feeding, breeding, health management, and record-keeping
• Preparing and organizing teaching aids such as charts, models, and samples for use in lectures and practical classes
• Keeping an inventory of laboratory and farm equipment, tools, and supplies and ensuring that all equipment is in good working condition
• Ensuring compliance with safety and animal welfare regulations
• Preparing reports on laboratory and farm activities for departmental review

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Animal Health from a Recognized College or University
• Being registered and licensed by the Kenya Veterinary Board
• A Certificate in Artificial Insemination will be an added advantage
• Ability to conduct laboratory analysis of animal products and feed samples
• At least 3 years of practical experience in animal production and treatment of a wide range of farm animals
• Must be computer literate

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: associate degree

Job application procedure
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Interested candidates should send three (3) hard copies of their application, accompanied by:

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copies of academic and professional certificates
• Copy of National ID card or passport
• Any other relevant testimonials

Hard copies should be clearly marked as per the position and sent to:

The Vice Chancellor
Kenya Methodist University
P. O. Box 267 – 60200
MERU, KENYA

Applications must be received on or before 30th April 2025

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Successful candidates will be required to bring:

• Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority
• Clearance certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
• Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID)
• Letters of recommendation (in sealed envelopes) from at least three referees familiar with the applicant’s professional experience and general character, one of whom must be the pastor of their local church

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