Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, September 22, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
About the role:
Research Technician I will assist in managing the field activities in the CIP breeding and pre-breeding plots at UON Kabete and Nyandarua as well as managing and coordinating activities at the KEPHIS.

Key Responsibilities:
• Participate in the identification, monitoring, and evaluation of potato breeding sites
• Supervising field casuals during potato planting, weeding, spraying, and harvesting
• Managing tuber seed multiplication in greenhouse
• Managing the Diffuse Light Store on daily basis
• Assist in data collection in the potato breeding fields in different locations
• Any other task assigned by the supervisor

Requirements
What are we looking for?
• A minimum of a diploma in agriculture.
• At least one year of experience in research potato field activities.
• Able to write technical reports, prepare tables, and interpret the results.
• Basic knowledge of database work for data collection.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Intermediate level of MS Office.
• Able to ride a motorbike.
• A valid driving license.
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili.


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: Professional Certificate

Job application procedure

Interested and qualified? Go to International Potato Center on cgiar.zohorecruit.com to apply

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