Careers/ Vacancies
Before making your application , kindly note the following;
All applicants should submit their applications and CVs with certified copies of certificates, indicating current qualifications, working experience, expected renumeration, names of at least three (3) referees, telephone number, job title and reference on or before 24th December, 2024 addressed to: –
The Managing Director,
Agricultural Development Corporation,
P.O. Box 47101-00100,
NAIROBI.
or
Drop at Development House Nairobi along Moi Avenue, Opposite Afya Centre, 10th floor
or
Through the Email
recruitments@adc.go.ke (Maximum 1MB for email attachments)
Careers/Vacancies
ADC has the following vacancies open. To download the full job descriptions, click on the link below
RESEARCH OFFICER 11, ADC GRADE 8’
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
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.
PRINCIPAL ENGINEER (AGRICULTURE)- ADC GRADE 5 (1 position)
Job Specification
Duties and responsibilities will entail:
(i) Overseeing and implementing engineering programmes.
(ii) Conducting feasibility studies and investigation on agricultural engineering
works;
(iii) Carrying out data analysis for design of agricultural engineering works;
(iv) Carrying out detailed design and preparation of bill of quantities of
agricultural engineering works;
(v) Carrying out specialized repair and maintenance of agricultural engineering
works;
(vi) Verifying and validating agricultural engineering designs in accordance with
set standards;
(vii) Implementing agricultural engineering design works;
(viii) Training farm staff in agricultural engineering technologies;
(ix) Conducting trainings, on-farm trials and demonstrations; and
(x) Preparing of technical reports.
Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) Cumulative service period of nine (9) years in relevant work experience three
(3) of which should have been the grade of Senior Engineer(Agriculture) or
in comparable positions;
(ii) Bachelors degree in any of the following fields; Agricultural Engineering or
Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized
institution;
(iii) Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya as a Graduate Engineer;
(iv) Current valid annual Practicing Licence from the Engineers Registration Board
of Kenya;
(v) Membership with the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK);
(vi) proficiency in computer application
PRINCIPAL AGRICULTURAL OFFICER-CROPS ADC GRADE 5 (1 position)
Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:
(i) Ensuring effective and result oriented implementation and management of
approved crop production programs;
(ii) Supervising and analyzing crop performance data and making appropriate
recommendations on improvement;
(iii) Undertaking quarterly and annual crops performance report;
(iv) Supervising the collection, analysis and management of agriculture crops
data;
(v) Ensuring effective use of farm inputs as per set recommended rates and
budgets.
(vi) Coordinating collection, and packaging of new and existing agricultural
technologies;
(vii) Managing and controlling trans-boundary pests, diseases and invasive
species;
(viii) Promoting climate change adaptation and mitigation and environmental
management in agriculture;
(ix) Developing proposals for agricultural programs and projects;
(x) Conducting Training for agricultural stakeholders and staff on modern
farming techniques/technologies and
(xi) Preparing technical reports on crop production.
Person specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
(i) Cumulative service period of nine (9) years’ At least three (3) of which should
have been at the grade of Senior Agricultural Officer or in a comparable
position;
(ii) Bachelors of Science degree in any of the following disciplines:- Agriculture;
Agronomy; Agricultural Economics and Rural Development; Agricultural
Extension and Education; Agricultural Marketing; Agricultural Resource
Management; Agriculture and Extension; Agriculture Economics; Crop
Protection; Dry-land Resource Management; Farm Management; Horticulture; Food Science and Technology or equivalent qualification from
a recognized institution;
(iii) Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized
institution.
(iv) Experience in crop production and data analysis and
(v) Proficiency in computer applications
AGRICULTURAL OFFICER 1- ADC GRADE 7 (2 positions)
Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:
(i) Collecting and compiling agriculture crop data;
(ii) Providing technical and administrative guidance to staff in the farm;
(iii) Advising the technical team on matters pertaining to crops development;
(iv) Setting performance targets and goals for the farm;
(v) Collecting and analyzing agriculture crop data for the development and
review of agricultural policies, strategies and standards;
(vi) Packaging and dissemination of new and existing agricultural technologies;
(vii) Undertaking surveillance and control of trans-boundary and emerging crop
pests, diseases and invasive species;
(viii) Training agricultural stakeholders and preparing reports on the same; and
(ix) Preparing technical, financial and administrative reports.
Person specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) Cumulative service period of three (3) years’ experience in the grade of
Agricultural Officer II or in comparable position.
(ii) Bachelors of Science degree in any of the following disciplines:- Agriculture;
Agronomy; Agribusiness Management and Enterprise Development;
Agribusiness Management; Agricultural Economics and Rural Development;
Agricultural Extension and Education; Agricultural Resource Management;
Agriculture and Extension; Agriculture Economics; Crop Protection; Dry-land
Resource Management; Dry-land Agriculture and Enterprise Development;
Farm Management; Horticulture; or equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution;
(iii) Proficiency in computer application skills.
AGRICULTURAL OFFICER II, ADC GRADE 8 (4 positions)
Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:
(i) Collecting and compiling agriculture crop data;
(ii) Providing technical and administrative guidance to staff in the farm relating
to control of weeds, pests, diseases and soil health management;
(iii) Assisting the technical team on matters pertaining to crops development and
labour management;
(iv) Providing technical input for the implementation of various agricultural
policies and strategies;
(v) Maintaining and updating agriculture crops database and performance
analysis.
(vi) Collecting, collating and packaging of new and existing agricultural
technologies;
(vii) Assisting in setting of performance targets, budgets, farm plans and goals for
the farm;
Person specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) Bachelors of Science degree in any of the following disciplines:- Agriculture;
Agronomy; Agribusiness Management; Agricultural Economics and Rural
Development; Agricultural Extension and Education; Agricultural Resource
Management; Agriculture and Extension; Agriculture and Home Economics;
Crop Protection; Dry-land Resource Management; Dry-land Agriculture and
Enterprise Development; Farm Management; Horticulture; or equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution and
(ii) Proficiency in computer applications.
VETERINARY OFFICER1, ADC GRADE 7 (2 positions)
Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:
(i) Collecting data and preparing report on animal health.
(ii) Undertaking treatment of animals and disease control activities;
(iii) Ensuring that livestock medical and health requirements are met and
administered as per the animal health standards;
(iv) Ensuring that livestock drugs and vaccines procured for use are of acceptable
standards;
(v) Supervising standards of hygiene at all times;
(vi) Supervising usage of semen and ensuring successful high conceptional rate
with minimal repetitions;
(vii) Undertaking comprehensive analysis of individual livestock herd to
determine aspects of effective animal husbandry practices including culling;
(viii) Participating in the training of stakeholders in vector control programmes;
(ix) collecting data and preparing reports on animal health; and
(x) Undertaking postmortem examination and other diagnostic tests.
Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) Cumulative three (3) years’ experience which should have been at the grade
of Veterinary Officer 11 or in comparable position;
(ii) Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) Degree from a recognized
institution;
(iii) Registered by the Kenya Veterinary Board;
(iv) Proficiency in computer application skills
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER11- ADC GRADE 8 (1 position)
Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities will entail:
(i) Implementing communication process and strategies;
(ii) Carrying out public awareness programmes;
(iii) Monitoring and responding to media and social media communication;
(iv) Organizing Corporation’s planned events and functions;
(v) Updating the Corporation’s website and social media sites;
(vi) Preparing media supplements, documentaries and articles;
(vii) Implementing public relations and communications strategies; and
(viii) Manning information desk services at publicity events and outreach forums.
Person Specification
For appointment to this grade an officer must have:
(i) Bachelors Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or its
equivalent qualification from a recognized institution and
(ii) Proficiency in computer applications.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANT/SWITCHBOARD- ADC GRADE 11 (1 position)
Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities will entail:
(i) Receiving and channelling incoming calls to the respective destinations;
(ii) Booking outgoing calls and facilitate conversations between callers and
receivers;
(iii) Carrying out routine testing of exchange lines and switchboard facilities;
(iv) Ensuring that defective equipment is repaired accordingly;
(v) Maintaining records of telephone equipment and peripherals;
(vi) Updating the calls register by recording the necessary details of calls;
(vii) Peruse the visitors’ identification documents to ascertain correctness;
(viii) Answering visitors’ questions politely and amicably; and directing visitors to
the respective destinations;
(ix) Maintaining a register on all complaints raised by customers / visitors;
(x) Operating switch-board;
(xi) Answering and directing telephone calls; and
(xii) Providing good customer care service.
Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:
(i) Minimum KCSE C-(minus) or its equivalent;
(ii) Certificate in Telephone Operation, Reception and Front Office or its
equivalent from a recognized institution and
(iii) Proficiency in computer application skills
INFORMATION COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY OFFICER- ADC GRADE 8 (1 position)
Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities will entail assisting in:
(i) Developing documentation of computer programs according to instructions
and specifications;
(ii) Installing and configuring computer systems and solutions;
(iii) Maintaining application systems;
(iv) providing end user support and training users on effective and efficient use
of ICT facilities;
(v) Maintaining up-to-date equipment register;
(vi) Installing, configuring and monitoring Local Area Network components;
(vii) Administering and managing users in the Active Directory, e-mail server and
User applications;
(viii) Maintaining an up-to-date ICT equipment register and issuance register;
(ix) Updating and maintaining the corporation’s website; and
(x) Ensuring Business continuity by performing regular data and application
backups.
Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:
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(i) Bachelors Degree in any of the following fields: Information Technology,
Computer Science, Business IT, Software Engineering, ICT Project
Management, Computer Engineering or other relevant and equivalent
qualifications from a recognized Institution
LEGAL OFFICER II ADC GRADE 8 (2 positions)
Job Specification
Duties and responsibilities will entail assisting in:
(i) Providing legal opinion and advise on legal matters;
(ii) Maintaining an up to date Corporation Court file registry and ensuring its
safe custody;
(iii) Filing and updating legal documents;
(iv) Representing the Corporation in issues requiring legal address such as debts,
claims, legal suits;
(v) Undertaking legal research;
(vi) Taking legal actions against persons deemed to injure the operations of the
Corporation;
(vii) Drafting conveyance documents; and
(viii) Preparing farming bill drafts for editing and approval by appropriate
authorities.
Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) Bachelor of Laws (L.L.B) degree from a recognized institution;
(ii) Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
(iii) Admission to the Bar as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
(iv) Membership with the Law Society of Kenya and
(v) Proficiency in computer application skills.