Job offer: Field Assistant - Bodles Research Station

OrganisationMinistry of Agriculture and FisheriesReferenceVAC-55035Contract TypeFull-TimeIndustriesAgriculture, Forestry & FishingLocationSt. CatherineSalary & Benefits$1,711,060 - $2,301,186 per annumDate Posted10/12/2024Expiry Date26/12/2024Under the supervision of the Farm Manager, the Field Assistant is responsible for assisting with the supervision and control of programmes for the establishment and maintenance of experimental plots, orchards, plant multiplication and demonstrations.

 

Key Responsibilities

Technical/Professional: 

• Assists with the preparation of work programmes; 
• Assists with the implementation of work programmes; 
• Assists in the layout, stalking and labelling of plots/land for experimental treatments;
• Supervises activities related to the establishment, cultivation, transplanting, disease and pest control, care and general maintenance of cutting, seedling, plants; 
• Attends meetings, seminars and workshops; 
• Assists with the measuring of tasks and calculating payments; 
• Inspects work in progress to ensure compliance with approved standards and guidelines. 

Management/Administrative: 

• Prepares and submits Monthly Reports; 
• Prepares and submits fortnightly Pay Bills; 
• Issues items from stores; 
• Provides guidance and assistance to field staff; 
• Performs any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time. 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Core: 

• Good oral and written communication skills; 
• Good interpersonal skills; 
• Good people management skills; 
• Good teamwork and co-operation skills; 
• Good customer and quality focus; 
• Compliance; 
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills. 

Technical: 

• Sound knowledge of farm practices and techniques; 
• Ability to read and layout experimental plots; 
• Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications; 
• Knowledge of the operations of Government/Ministry’s policies and procedures. 

 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• Level 2 Certification from the National Council of Technical and Vocational Training (NCTVET); 
• One (1) year related work experience. 

  OR  

• Graduate from an Agricultural Technical School; 
• Two (2) years related work experience. 

 

Special Condition Associated with the Job

• Exposure to agricultural chemicals; 
• Extended hours outdoors; 
• Ability to lift 22 kg.

 

 

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.